| Atomix |
Sebastian Quiroz |
90 / 100 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is the definitive version of a Wii U classic. More content, gameplay improvements and co-op make this installment a must have for Nintendo fans. |
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| Attack of the Fanboy |
Kyle Hanson |
4 / 5 stars |
11-02-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is another successful upgrade of an already enjoyable Wii U release. If this were a trilogy release or even just the first two games it’d be a home run. But it’s a solid hit anyway. |
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| Checkpoint Gaming |
Omi Koulas |
9 / 10 |
10-29-2020 |
…Pikmin 3 Deluxe is the same amazing game it was before. Figuring out how to traverse levels and defeating huge bosses is still great fun. The visuals, audio, and performance are up to the standard of every first-party Nintendo Switch game, capturing that superb family-friendly tone. The new side-missions, multiplayer modes, and accessibility options simply add more value to an already fantastic game. |
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| COGconnected |
Alex Everatt |
90 / 100 |
11-08-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe offers the most complete version of Pikmin 3 that fans could hope for. If you’ve previously enjoyed Pikmin 3 on the Wii U, there isn’t a ton of reasons to come back, except for a handful of new bonus missions, added difficulty options, achievements, and the ability to play the entire game via local co-op. Make no mistake, Pikmin 3 Deluxe is an absolutely brilliant game, and everyone who owns a Switch owes it to themselves to experience it first hand. Pikmin games are a truly unique and pleasurable experience unlike any other real-time strategy on the market. Still not convinced? Nintendo has a Pikmin 3 Deluxe demo available on the eShop and your progress will carry over to the full version. However, it is worth reiterating that I really wish Nintendo took the extra step to include both Pikmin 1 and 2 in this package. The entire series should be available for everyone to enjoy. With that said, don’t sleep on Pikmin 3 Deluxe, it’s a plucking good time and just enough to tide us over as we continue the long wait for Pikmin 4. |
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| Critical Hit |
Brad Lang |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
If you need some optimism and pure joy injected into your life, Pikmin 3: Deluxe Edition is for you. A fantastic remaster that adds a healthy chunk of new content to what was already a bulky game, that improves the overall experience. |
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| Cubed3 |
Drew Hurley |
9 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
There’s nothing quite like Pikmin, as it perfectly captures the same magic as Miyamoto’s other masterpieces. While the Wii U itself was a sales disappointment, it hosted some absolutely wonderful titles that deserved a better home and it has been great to see them finally receive that with Nintendo’s initiative to bring them to Switch. Pikmin 3 was already a superb game, and while this release is not a remaster, the extra elements added to Pikmin 3 Deluxe elevate it to something special. While the price point may be exclusionary for some, this is completely worth the asking price, even as a double-dip for those who already have it on Wii U. Perfect for families to play together, for friends to grab a Joy-Con each, or for solo play sessions to track down every badge and master the highest rank. |
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| Daily Mirror |
James Ide |
4 / 5 stars |
10-28-2020 |
It’s great to see such a different game that revels in its weirdness ported to the Switch, but disappointing that is still full price despite being a game from 2013. |
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| DASHGAMER.com |
Dan Rizzo |
8 / 10 |
11-09-2020 |
Pikmin’s establishment see’s its illustrious continuation thrive through an entirely new generation of gamers, and will forever have commonplace in Nintendo’s boundless world of video gaming, and potentially could see a new entry in its short line-up very, very soon. |
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| Destructoid |
Chris Carter |
9 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is another re-release that isn’t going to blow some people away, but provides another means with which to play a potentially forgotten Wii U classic. For me, it still holds up, and then some. |
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| Digitally Downloaded |
Matt Sainsbury |
4.5 / 5 stars |
10-29-2020 |
So Pikmin 3 isn’t the massive game. It never has been. It wasn’t on the Wii U, and it’s no “bigger” on the Switch. What it is, however, is a load of fun, and the charm is irresistible. Have we had more impressive remasters of games that were, to be frank, more impressive in the first place? Sure, but Pikmin isn’t meant to be “AAA” and it doesn’t try to be. Whether you’ve played this game previously or not, it’s still a charming delight. |
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| DualShockers |
Grant Huff |
8 / 10 |
11-11-2020 |
While the full MSRP for Pikmin 3 Deluxe might be hard to justify, the port is the definitive way to experience the best entry in the series. |
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| Eurogamer |
Tom Phillips |
Recommended |
10-28-2020 |
Like its many buried riches, Nintendo’s Pikmin series remains a treasure ready to be rediscovered. |
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| Expansive |
Sam Diglett |
Recommended |
11-08-2020 |
Whether Deluxe edition does quite enough to tempt back previous players, with no visual upgrades to speak of and how good those side stories actually are, is another matter entirely. If nothing else, it’s a fantastic excuse to play a great game, but when you look at how much effort seems to be going into the Super Mario 3D World Switch port next year, you do wonder if Nintendo could have perhaps offered players just a little bit more to dive back in. |
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| Forbes |
Dave Thier |
9 / 10 |
10-30-2020 |
Even for all its charm, it’s easy to see an older version of Nintendo at work in Pikmin 3 Deluxe. It is defined by a competence and execution of interlocking systems rather than the expansive wonder that came to define the developer’s biggest hits of the Switch era. For all the ways that the game does manage to convey a certain sense of scale at times, it’s a far cry from the open horizons of Breath of the Wild or the maddeningly deep puzzle boxes of Super Mario Odyssey. It’s a game from the Wii U era, before Nintendo had quite figured out how to expand its sense of whimsy to a much wider audience. |
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| Game Informer |
Jeff Cork |
9 / 10 |
10-29-2020 |
Pikmin 3’s blend of strategic action and exploration is as captivating as ever, whether this is your maiden voyage or a return flight |
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| Game Revolution |
Robert N. Adams |
4 / 5 stars |
11-05-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe does what Starcraft 64 could not: make a real-time strategy game work well on console. It does have its aggravating flaws and quirks, but these are balanced out in part by robust quality-of-life features and sensible design. Despite its flaws, Pikmin 3 Deluxe gets most of its gameplay right and will hopefully serve as the blueprint for the continuation of the franchise on the Nintendo Switch. |
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| Gameblog |
Thomas Pillon |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
As fun and refreshing as it was on the original Wii U, Pikmin 3 Deluxe offers a second chance to a very good strategy game. Despite the loss of a second screen, this Switch port add many extras, like an entire bonus arc with well tied challenges, but also very interesting difficulty modes. |
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| GameMAG |
Alexander Kopanev |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe manages to have cheearfull and colorfull style of Nintendo titles, while at the same time presenting quite unique take on real time strategy genre. If you never tried Pikmin before, this game can be a perfect starting point. And now we just can’t wait for Pikmin 4. |
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| GamePro |
Unknown |
83 / 100 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is below expectations technically and compensates gameplay weaknesses with a new co-op mode. |
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| Gamersky |
棘皮动物的野望 |
8 / 10 |
11-05-2020 |
Another WIIU hidden gem is now available on Switch, Pikmin 3 Delux offers the impressive gaming experience as the original one. But the new coop mode is so laggy that really needs to be improved. |
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| GameSkinny |
Joshua Broadwell |
9 / 10 |
11-06-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is the best the series has to offer, a showcase of creative design and smart strategy. It’s one of the most enjoyable experiences on the Switch. |
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| GameSpew |
Becca S. |
8 / 10 |
11-03-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a wonderful adventure, and even if you’ve fond memories of the game on Wii U, the new content makes it well worth returning to. While some issues that have shown up in previous titles are still present here, there’s nothing that ruins the fun of commanding your little army of Pikmin. Whether you’re a fan of the series or picking it up for the first time, there’s a lot to love here. With its extra content, co-op play and some truly excellent boss encounters, Pikmin 3 Deluxe might just be the best in the series. |
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| GameSpot |
Kevin Knezevic |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
One of Wii U’s earliest gems remains a delight to play on Nintendo Switch. |
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| GamesRadar+ |
Rachel Weber |
4 / 5 stars |
10-28-2020 |
Even if it’s not brand new, Pikmin 3 Deluxe deserves a place in your Nintendo Switch library. |
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| GameXplain |
GameXplain |
Not Recommended |
10-28-2020 |
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| GamingBolt |
Shubhankar Parijat |
8 / 10 |
11-04-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe improves what was already a great game in small but smart ways. |
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| GamingTrend |
Sean Anthony |
90 / 100 |
11-09-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is truly the definitive version of Pikmin 3 with plenty of additions and quality-of-life changes that will make it difficult to go back to the original Wii U version. The side stories provide creative level design that was missing from the base game, all of the DLC missions are present, and the story can finally be played entirely with two players. Even if this doesn’t lead to a Pikmin 4, it would be a great high point to end the series on. |
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| GearNuke |
Danial Arshad Khan |
8.5 / 10 |
11-22-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is worth it for the co-op alone even if you have already played it on the Nintendo Wii U. |
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| Geeks Under Grace |
Wesley Lantz |
8.5 / 10 |
11-20-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s main strength is the incredible quality of the original game, though the lack of many additional features makes the “deluxe” ring a little hollow. |
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| God is a Geek |
Chris Hyde |
9 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe has blossomed on Nintendo Switch into the complete package. With excellent coop and bags of content, it’s an experience not to be missed |
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| GRYOnline.pl |
Przemysław Zamęcki |
9 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a perfect and fun strategy game without any generals, explosions, and militaristic tools of destruction. Instead, we have a pleasant and colorful title where you conquer enemies without spilling blood. |
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| Hardcore Gamer |
Kirstin Swalley |
4.5 / 5 stars |
11-05-2020 |
Of the many titles from Wii U that still need and deserve to be ported to Switch, Pikmin 3 Deluxe was a great choice to bring over. |
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| Hobby Consolas |
David Martinez |
88 / 100 |
10-28-2020 |
7 years after its original release, Pikmin 3 for Nintendo Switch is a great strategy and exploration game, with unique characters and interesting additions (prologue, epilogue and main story multiplayer). |
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| IGN |
Tom Marks |
9 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe makes an already excellent game even better with some small but enjoyable content additions and a boatload of quality of life improvements. |
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| IGN Italy |
Mattia Ravanelli |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
One unforgettable experience, that unfortunately comes too soon to an end. But still, this is one journey everyone should embark on. |
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| Impulsegamer |
Tory Favro |
4.3 / 5 stars |
10-30-2020 |
A welcome return to one of Nintendos beautiful franchises, gamers will love the magical world of Pikmin. |
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| INDIANTVCZ |
Patrik Strnad |
8 / 10 |
11-21-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe brings this Wii U game back to Switch, and enhances some of its aspects. Pikmin 3 was a good game to begin with, and porting it to a new system was an amazing choice. |
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| Luis Alamilla |
Luis Alamilla |
9 / 10 |
10-31-2020 |
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| Merlin’in Kazanı |
Samet Basri Taşlı |
78 / 100 |
11-16-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a different but beautiful strategy game outside of the genre you are used to. It’s an experience that should definitely be tried by Switch owners. |
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| Metro GameCentral |
Unknown |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
After years out of the limelight Pikmin 3 has resprouted, with its mellow take on real-time strategy more enjoyable than ever, especially thanks to the expanded co-op options. |
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| MonsterVine |
Nick Mangiaracina |
4 / 5 stars |
11-09-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is not just a great entry to jump in on, but also try out if you’ve ever been curious about the franchise. |
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| Niche Gamer |
Fingal Belmont |
8 / 10 |
01-07-2021 |
There are not too many action games with RTS elements out there. Other than Overlord or Little King’s Story, the only other options are the Pikmin games. While it may not have the benefit of the Wii remote anymore, Pikmin 3 Deluxe is still an excellent experience and is a fine port of an overlooked Wii U classic. |
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| Nintendo Enthusiast |
Andrew Rockett |
9 / 10 |
11-07-2020 |
Pikmin has not taken off to the extent that it deserves, but Pikmin 3 Deluxe just might change that when paired with Nintendo Switch’s software momentum. It’s the perfect entry point for the series with a wonderfully balanced campaign that is structured to the player’s liking. Challenges are tons of fun, this time slightly bolstered by the additional content from Olimar’s Assignment, and Bingo Battle makes for some deceptively fun competitive multiplayer. Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a reminder that this game (and trilogy) succeeds at just about everything it tries. If you have not played Pikmin 3, you really, really should, and Pikmin 3 Deluxe is the perfect opportunity. |
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| Nintendo Life |
Chris Scullion |
8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Visually, Pikmin 3 Deluxe doesn’t push the boat out much further than the original Wii U version did. Where its changes lie are in its revamped control system and the addition of a new Side Stories mode. Neither are necessarily transformative enough to warrant double dipping if you’re perfectly happy with your Wii U copy, but if you’re one of the vast majority who don’t have a Wii U copy, this Switch update is unquestionably the best way to play it. |
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| NintendoWorldReport |
Neal Ronaghan |
8.5 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is very close to being the definitive version of a modern classic. Now please, bring me more Pikmin adventures. I would like to visit more areas with these little plant aliens. |
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| NoesPaisparaFrikis |
Impozible Julin |
9.3 / 10 |
11-16-2020 |
Because this Deluxe edition is a slightly improved version of a game that was already outstanding, and I think it is undeniable that beyond the port not bringing great news, Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a great opportunity for all those who never had a WiiU of enjoy one of the great titles of that great forgotten. In addition to being, of course, the same good, beautiful, friendly and pleasant experience that it was already in 2013. And at a time when we are so lacking in good things, what more could we ask for. |
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| Noisy Pixel |
Azario Lopez |
9 / 10 |
11-05-2020 |
It may have taken me almost 20 years to become a Pikmin fan, but consider me sold on the series. Pikmin 3 Deluxe is just a joy to play from beginning to end. The game has several timers that keep you on track, but it rarely makes you feel rushed. There’s an added layer of accomplishment across each task you complete or day that passes where you don’t lose any Pikmin. While some systems show their age in terms of environment and controls, there’s a lot that makes it must play for Switch owners looking for a chill co-op experience. |
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| Player2.net.au |
Tim Henderson |
Recommended |
11-16-2020 |
It’s Pikmin 3, a pretty great game from 2013 with pretty minimal additions, but that won’t matter as it’s now on a system that a lot of people actually own. |
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| Polygon |
Russ Frushtick |
Recommended |
10-30-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe does a great job of catering to fans of the entire breadth of the series, from its time-crunchy roots to the chiller days of Pikmin 2. But if you find the relaxed pace of the campaign a bit too lovey-dovey for your hardcore gamer sensibilities, just know that there’s a serious challenge waiting for you at the end of this road. |
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| Press Start |
Shannon Grixti |
9 / 10 |
10-29-2020 |
When it comes to Wii U ports that have made their way over to the Nintendo Switch, Pikmin 3 has probably received the most love, care and new content of any of them. The game is much more accessible than it was before, making it perfect for newcomers to the series with enough new content to give fans of the series a reason to come back. |
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| pressakey.com |
Tim Bissinger |
Recommended |
11-30-2020 |
The deceptively idyllic and wonderfully bustling microcosm of PNF-404 also impresses on the Nintendo Switch |
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| Rapid Reviews UK |
Seb Hawden |
5 / 5 stars |
11-06-2020 |
It seems like forever since we had a big Nintendo Switch exclusive and while Pikmin 3 Deluxe may not be a true exclusive, this port certainly has enough bells and whistles to entice players back in. Not only that, I am sure a lot of Switch players, due to not owning a WiiU, will be playing it for the first time, you lucky buggers. Pikmin is a very popular franchise and I will be splitting this review up into two halves, half talking about the game itself and half discussing its improvements from the WiiU version. |
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| Rocket Chainsaw |
Joseph Rositano |
4 / 5 stars |
11-16-2020 |
Pikmin fans will love the new features, though understandably it may not be worth the price of admission a second time for some. Newcomers should definitely give this series a try as it truly deserves more respect than it has been given in the past. |
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| SECTOR.sk |
Michal Korec |
9 / 10 |
10-29-2020 |
Upgraded Pikmin game for Nintendo Switch offers improved story mode, big maps and helpful advice system. |
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| Shacknews |
Ozzie Mejia |
8 / 10 |
11-03-2020 |
Pikmin 3 feels like the strategy game for people who aren’t really into strategy games, sort of like how Hades is the roguelike for people who don’t dig roguelikes. After a while, you forget that you’re playing a strategy game and you become enraptured by the beautiful environments, the adorable Pikmin creatures, and the chaos that gradually descends on you as the day goes on. That’s the Pikmin 3 Deluxe experience and it’s one worth checking out if you haven’t already. |
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| SpazioGames |
Gianluca Arena |
8.8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
This is the best version of one of the most unique, funny and quirky Wii U titles. A new control scheme, some QOL improvements and new content make it palatable even for returning players. |
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| Stevivor |
Ben Salter |
8 / 10 |
10-29-2020 |
While the gameplay remains strong, and is improved in this Deluxe repackaging, Pikmin 3 is visually a dated game, and it’s a shame Nintendo refuses to remaster last-gen games, whilst still charging full price. Nevertheless, the cracks are covered up to a degree in handheld mode, as Pikmin 3 almost rounds out the full Wii U collection on Switch. |
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| The Digital Fix |
Stephen Hudson |
9 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe represents the ultimate version of the title, and even though the experience is over way too quickly, the game is easily one of the Nintendo Switch’s best titles, and a must-play for fans, new and old! |
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| The Games Machine |
Daniele Cucchiarelli |
9.3 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 is still fresh, engaging and eventually challenging after all these years and we hope that this Deluxe Edition is just the beginning of a new era for this sweet and hard-working little creatures. |
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| TheSixthAxis |
Jim Hargreaves |
7 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
Nintendo continues to revive what some might call their lost generation of games. Pikmin 3 Deluxe is yet another Wii U transplant though one that slots seamlessly into Switch’s first party line-up. Although unwieldy and slow to start, Nintendo’s charming inventiveness has produced an intriguing, if not excellent, entry in the strategy genre. |
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| Thumbsticks |
Daniel New |
4 / 5 stars |
11-05-2020 |
Pikmin 3 is undimmed age and given a new lease of life on Nintendo Switch. A host of changes across content, controls, and modes make this deluxe edition the definitive one. |
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| TrueGaming |
نواف النغموش |
8.5 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
This deluxe edition of Pikmin 3 brought up many quality of life improvements that made playing a pikmin even more enjoyable. |
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| Twinfinite |
Greysun Morales |
4 / 5 stars |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a nice and simple finely-tuned Wii U port that’s perfect for newcomers to jump right into. It’s a charming and enjoyable take on the real-time strategy genre that’s not going to make you bash your head against a wall. |
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| Unboxholics |
Νικόλαος Δερλός |
Recommended |
10-28-2020 |
Pikmin returns after seven years and is still as beautiful as it was in 2013, for better or worse. |
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| Video Chums |
A.J. Maciejewski |
8.3 / 10 |
10-29-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe may not be a huge step up from its previous incarnation but it’s such a wonderful adventure that it’s a must-have for anyone who missed out on the Wii U version. If only Switch had a GamePad peripheral… |
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| WayTooManyGames |
Edmond Aggabao |
9 / 10 |
11-16-2020 |
I’m really enjoying the experience so far. The graphics are beautiful, the gameplay is absolutely addicting, and it’s just a super fun game overall. I can’t believe it took me almost twenty years to discover it. There are so many ways to work on strategy, timing, and the incredibly satisfying puzzle-solving, and to top it all off are these cute little Pikmin creatures. I’m really looking forward to playing the other installments in the franchise. |
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| Wccftech |
Dave Aubrey |
8.8 / 10 |
10-28-2020 |
This is probably the best Pikmin game, and this is undoubtedly the best version of it. It’s a bit of a shame that this isn’t full-HD like many Wii U ports have been, but the quality of Pikmin 3 Deluxe is unmistakable. An excellent action-strategy adventure that’ll tempt you into 100% completion, and probably leave you in tears when you see your Pikmin eaten at the end of a complicated day. |
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| We Got This Covered |
Eric Hall |
4.5 / 5 stars |
11-10-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is another excellent entry in Nintendo’s charming and under-appreciated franchise. The main campaign is enjoyable enough on its own, but the numerous additions and improvements are just icing on the cake. |
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| Worth Playing |
Chris “Atom” DeAngelus |
8 / 10 |
11-20-2020 |
Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a solid Switch port of a cult Wii U favorite. While the core game hasn’t changed much, the UI interface updates do a lot to make it more enjoyable to play. The addition of two-player co-op is a game-changer if you have a gamer in your social bubble, and the feature elevates Pikmin 3 Deluxe over the original. Pikmin 3 remains a calm and relaxing game about walking through outdoor areas, collecting fruit, and sending hordes of adorable plant-men to their gruesome deaths. If you’ve ever wanted to try6 the series or if you liked the original Pikmin 3, Deluxe is the best way to experience the game. |
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| ZTGD |
Drew Leachman |
9 / 10 |
11-18-2020 |
Fans of the series should really pick this one up, and from the stories I heard from players of the previous games, it sounds like this is one of the best ones for newcomers. I would have to agree. I had no idea how to play this game, but I was in, and addicted to the timer within an hour of booting it up for the first time. This is one Switch game I think anyone should add to their library. |
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