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Pikmin 3 (WIIU)

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Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Game Details: Pikmin 3 is a reimagined, mass-action strategy title from the critically acclaimed Pikmin series.
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, battle dangerous predators and forage for food needed to save the explorers' home planet.
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Genre(s): Strategy Real-Time Fantasy General Fantasy
Number of players: 1-2
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Rating: E10+
Official Site: http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/5NLPKm0PujJNXboKgTR5hd_fB5igNwEJ
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Critic Reviews
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87
Metascore Generally favorable reviews
77 Positive Ratings 97%
2 Mixed Ratings 2%
0 Negative Ratings 0%
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Nintendojo
Aug 26, 2013
"Pikmin 3 might not be the game that gets people rushing to buy a Wii U, but it certainly should be." ... Read full review
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The Escapist
Jul 31, 2013
"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." ... Read full review
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Multiplayer.it
Jul 22, 2013
"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." ... Read full review
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The Digital Fix
Aug 23, 2013
"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. " ... Read full review
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ZTGD
Aug 6, 2013
"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." ... Read full review
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Gamer.no
Sep 16, 2013
"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. " ... Read full review
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Quarter to Three
Aug 6, 2013
"The new flying pikmin are a nifty twist for how they break the level design." ... Read full review
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8.7
User Score Generally favorable reviews
717 Positive Ratings 89%
35 Mixed Ratings 4%
50 Negative Ratings 6%
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MRbossFTW
Aug 4, 2013
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
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Marnandez
Aug 10, 2020
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
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GamerGameGames
Aug 25, 2013
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
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Delicouspans
Nov 3, 2017
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
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Yankeee007
Oct 17, 2013
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
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carlvazq_
Oct 3, 2017
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
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Nintendold
Nov 12, 2013
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
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