Pikmin 3

 Wii U
Pikmin 3 Image
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 79 Critic Reviews What's this?

User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 801 Ratings

Your Score
0 out of 10
Rate this:
  • 10
  • 9
  • 8
  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • Summary: Pikmin 3 is a reimagined, mass-action strategy title from the critically acclaimed Pikmin series. Players take control of 3 explorers and an array of cute Pikmin in a struggle for survival. By exploiting the unique abilities of these little Pikmin creatures, players solve puzzles, battlePikmin 3 is a reimagined, mass-action strategy title from the critically acclaimed Pikmin series. Players take control of 3 explorers and an array of cute Pikmin in a struggle for survival. By exploiting the unique abilities of these little Pikmin creatures, players solve puzzles, battle dangerous predators and forage for food needed to save the explorers' home planet. … Expand
Buy Now
Buy on

Trailer

Play Sound
Please enter your birth date to watch this video:
You are not allowed to view this material at this time.
Pikmin 3 Official Trailer

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 77 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. Nintendojo
    Aug 26, 2013
    100
    Pikmin 3 might not be the game that gets people rushing to buy a Wii U, but it certainly should be.
  2. The Escapist
    Jul 31, 2013
    90
    The ending may not be the best thing ever, but it can't tarnish the incredible enjoyment you'll get out of Pikmin 3. This is probably the best game yet on Wii U.
  3. Multiplayer.it
    Jul 22, 2013
    90
    Pikmin 3 is a great refinement of the original formula and is still a joy to play. But after nine years we expected some more content, and the final stage is really disappointing.
  4. The Digital Fix
    Aug 23, 2013
    90
    Pikmin 3 is the game that should have launched the Wii U. Its combination of calming atmosphere and strategic gameplay create a unique and mesmerising experience while it lasts. While it may be over too soon for some players it still remains by far the best first party game currently available for Nintendo’s latest system.
  5. ZTGD
    Aug 6, 2013
    85
    Pikmin 3 is a fantastic game that oozes with charm. The levels are short enough that they scream “just one more day”. It also helps that game play is so tight, and the design feels so good. While it may not be my most anticipated franchise from the Nintendo stables, I cannot help but fall in love with the quirky Koppites and their quest for food. Pikmin 3 is one of the best reasons to own a Wii U so far.
  6. Gamer.no
    Sep 16, 2013
    80
    Pikmin 3 is a cute game with plenty of soul. It takes the concept from the two previous games one step further with the way it combines tactics with roleplaying. In terms of graphics this is probably the most beautiful game the world has ever seen on a Nintendo console.
  7. Quarter to Three
    Aug 6, 2013
    60
    The new flying pikmin are a nifty twist for how they break the level design.

See all 79 Critic Reviews

User Reviews

Write a Review
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 163 out of 175
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 175
  3. Negative: 1 out of 175
  1. MRbossFTW
    Aug 4, 2013
    10
    Really good game. It is certainly the best game on the wii u since its release. This game should also increase the popularity of the wii uReally good game. It is certainly the best game on the wii u since its release. This game should also increase the popularity of the wii u among consumers.… Expand
  2. Marnandez
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    By far my favorite Pikmin game and to this day remains one of my top favorite games of all time. If you want to introduce yourself to theBy far my favorite Pikmin game and to this day remains one of my top favorite games of all time. If you want to introduce yourself to the world of Pikmin this is the game to get as it is one of the easiest ones in the franchise, but that does not mean it can't be fun. The use of go here adds so much more strategy to this game than there already is. At the same time it has a great enough story to keep you moving forward. I have replayed the story mode dozens of times and gameplay is as fun as ever, improving several of the first games flaws while adding it's own flavor. The side modes are in my opinion the best of the series with bingo Battle being a fun frenzy with friends that is so much chaotic fund. And you can work together in mission mode. This may be my Pikmin fan bias but I highly recommend this game.Now that it is getting the deluxe treatment on Switch I am looking forward to replaying this amazing game.… Expand
  4. GamerGameGames
    Aug 25, 2013
    10
    This is a great strategy. Now rare to find a game that is not afraid to be demanding for the player and make him a challenge. Uparvlenie theThis is a great strategy. Now rare to find a game that is not afraid to be demanding for the player and make him a challenge. Uparvlenie the game is marvelous, especially with the Wiimote.… Expand
  5. Delicouspans
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    Nothing more than a masterpiece, while i do admit I prefer the originals, this game is still a 10/10, my favorite IP ever! Only hope, WEEDNothing more than a masterpiece, while i do admit I prefer the originals, this game is still a 10/10, my favorite IP ever! Only hope, WEED PIKMIN, nevermind.… Expand
  6. Yankeee007
    Oct 17, 2013
    9
    Pikmin 3 is an incredible game It's a real time strategy game and it's easy and fun to play Everybody should play this because it's anPikmin 3 is an incredible game It's a real time strategy game and it's easy and fun to play Everybody should play this because it's an unforgettable experience .its gorgeous in HD the gameplay is fantastic and overall a fantastic game… Expand
  7. carlvazq_
    Oct 3, 2017
    9
    Original y único en su género, una autentica delicia de juego tanto a nivel visual como de jugabilidad. Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos delOriginal y único en su género, una autentica delicia de juego tanto a nivel visual como de jugabilidad. Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos del catalogo de Wii U.… Expand
  8. Nintendold
    Nov 12, 2013
    3
    Simply put, this game is inferior in almost every way shape and form to the previous entries in terms of gameplay. It ranges from littleSimply put, this game is inferior in almost every way shape and form to the previous entries in terms of gameplay. It ranges from little issues such as the character not adjusting to the camera when moving which forces you to stop moving just to recenter and fixed camera angles which force you to move around until it breaks free, to big problems such as guiding the Pikmin with the C-Stick being taken out entirely or the fact that the whistle ranges is far too sensitive and does not cover nearly enough space as it needs to.
    My biggest problem however, comes from organization. The areas are now so big that they require load screens to change areas which are actually quite fast. Here's the thing though, you change screens instantly while your Pikmin do not. As such Pikmin can get stuck in a load screen while sunset is approaching and get left behind before they can change screens. Pikmin also have a new feature in regards to piles of fruit or bridge pieces in that they will return to gather more upon delivering the piece they are holding.
    This sounds good in theory, but seeing you'll have more than enough Pikmin to gather up the entire pile in a single trip it just makes you wish the Pikmin would stay at the base as opposed to returning to the location and standing idle. Even the whistle has now got some serious issues. The whistle's sensitivity is too high and as such can be tricky to aim when trying to gather a group of Pikmin.
    During boss fights you are often in a large room that the Pikmin will be thrown around in and it's frustrating trying to gather them all up when you can't move your whistle appropriately and lose Pikmin that you could have saved in the other two games.
    It's just a miserable experience when you really think about it as you play.    … Expand

See all 175 User Reviews

Trailers

Awards & Rankings

6
#6 Best Wii U Game of 2013
4
#4 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2013
5
#5 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2013