Pikmin 4 is now the best-selling game in the series
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Pikmin 4 has taken the crown as the series’ new best-selling game. With it launching in mid-July, that was done in about two months.
As revealed by Nintendo’s latest financial results, the title has sold 2.61 million copies worldwide. That’s as of September 30, 2023.
How to 100 percent complete Pikmin 4
Posted on 1 year ago by Ethan in Guides, Switch | 0 comments
Pikmin 4 has lots of content to play through for full 100 percent completion, and we’ve gathered a list of requirements for those of you looking to see everything the game has to offer. For the most part, these challenges are rather easy. As long as you put the time in, you shouldn’t have much of a problem here.
Pikmin 4 devs explain why it took so long for the game to release
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The team behind Pikmin 4 has commented on the game’s development and discussed why it took so long for it to release.
For years, fans were holding onto the now-infamous words from Shigeru Miyamoto who said in 2015 that the project was “very close to completion.” Yet it wasn’t until this past summer that the game finally released on Switch. So what happened?
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Pikmin 4 update out now (version 1.0.2), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new update has just gone out for Pikmin 4, with Nintendo starting distribution of version 1.0.2.
Several different bug fixes have been addressed here. With some of these, Nintendo advises downloading the patch and reloading save data. Also, Nintendo added in a progress bar to loading screens.
Here’s the full rundown of the update:
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Reflecting on Pikmin 4, one month later
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in Features, Switch | 0 comments
The wait for Pikmin 4 was unexpectedly long. When the game was first revealed by Miyamoto in 2015 it was said to be “close to completion” but after this it wouldn’t be until eight years later that we would finally see the game released on Switch.
Now that we’ve all had time to venture out into the world of PNF-404, let’s take a closer look at the latest installment in the Pikmin franchise, what it brings to the series, and what this could mean for the future.
Where to find the Purple Onion in Pikmin 4
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in Guides, Switch | 0 comments
In this Pikmin 4 guide, we’ll show you where to find the Purple Onion, so that you will be able to add the mighty purple Pikmin to your collection of allies in the game.
Pikmin 4 tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Following the recent launch of Pikmin 4 on Switch, Digital Foundry is taking a closer look at the technical side of the game by examining points like frame rate and resolution. Overall, this appears to be a big step forward for the series.
Here’s the full roundup of notable tidbits:
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Where to find the White Onion in Pikmin 4
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In this Pikmin 4 guide, we’ll show you where to find the White Onion, so that you will be able to add the elusive White Pikmin to your collection of allies in the game at any time.
Nintendo Switch Online adds Pikmin 4 icons
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original (7/20): Pikmin 4 icons are now here on Nintendo Switch Online tying in with the game’s launch.
New waves will be appearing each Thursday until August 10. Each set includes characters, backgrounds, and frames. The current icons include different type of Pikmin, the Oatchi, and more. Boot up the Nintendo Switch Online app on the Home Menu to access them.
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Kung Fu Tea and Nintendo team up on Pikmin 4 promotion
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Original (7/10): Kung Fu Tea announced a partnership with Nintendo today in which the two sides will be promoting Pikmin 4 with a new drink flavor, Pikmin themed cups, lids, and more.
For those who haven’t heard of the company, Kung Fu Tea is America’s largest bubble tea brand. For the Nintendo partnership, there’ll be a limited-time only drink inspired by Pikmin. The flavor will be available nationwide, alongside new Pikmin themed cups that feature the iconic Red, Yellow, and Blue Pikmin. Those who try out the flavor will receive an exclusive straw cap while supplies last.
