Pikmin 3 Deluxe: the definitive version for Nintendo Switch
Nintendo relaunched the third installment of its strategy and exploration saga with Pikmin 3 Deluxe for the hybrid console on October 30, 2020. This edition has no announced adaptation for a possible Switch successor, remaining the most complete experience currently available. 🎮
Explore an unknown planet with unique creatures
The narrative places three space explorers on the planet PNF-404 on a mission to search for resources. After a forced landing, they must ally with the Pikmin, small creatures with different abilities, to survive and accomplish their goal. Players manage and throw these beings to solve puzzles, collect items, and fight against local wildlife.
Types of Pikmin and key mechanics:- Winged Pikmin: Can fly and reach high objectives.
- Blue Pikmin: Are able to dive and operate underwater.
- Multiple control: Allows instant switching between the three captains or coordinating actions in two-player co-op mode.
Directing an army of Pikmin to overcome obstacles is the core of the strategy in this title.
Expanded content and features to play better
This Deluxe edition integrates all the originally released downloadable missions and expands the universe with additional stories starring Olimar and Louie. Beyond the main Story mode, it offers other ways to enjoy the game.
Game modes and options included:- Mission Mode: Poses specific objectives against the clock with online leaderboards.
- Bingo Battle: A competitive mode to face off against another player.
- Difficulty levels: Adjustable settings and optional hints to reduce time pressure.
- Lock system: An aid to lock onto the target and facilitate control during action.
The legacy of the expedition in the saga
Although later development focused on Pikmin 4 (released in 2023 with its own free update), Pikmin 3 Deluxe represents the optimal way to experience this adventure. It offers a substantial amount of content without depending on future hardware that Nintendo has not confirmed, establishing itself as an essential strategy title on the console. 🌱