Is Pikmin 4 on Nintendo Switch?

Aden Carter

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Pikmin 4 is the latest Pikmin game in the series and it comes with a new mission; rescue Captain Olimar. You are a member of the Rescue Corps who set out for the mysterious planet Olimar crash-landed on. It is up to you, the plantlike creatures called Pikmin, and Oatchi (the Rescue Corps’ resident good boy) to track down Olimar and rescue the other castaways.

Throughout the game, you will meet Pikmin of different types like Ice Pikmin, Purple Pikmin, Rock Pikmin, and Red Pikmin. These Pikmin types will help you overcome obstacles and collect resources. You can even set out on night expeditions with the help of Glow Pikmin.

Traverse toxic environments across the world and harness the power of the mysterious element called Sparklium. The game requires a bit of strategy to master. Pikmin has always been a series on Nintendo consoles. With there being more consoles than ever, is Pikmin 4 on Nintendo Switch or will there be a change?

Will Pikmin 4 be on Nintendo Switch?

Yes, Pikmin 4 is on the Nintendo Switch. Pikmin has been a Nintendo-exclusive game since its inception back in 2001. Each Nintendo console since the GameCube has had a Pikmin game. Pikmin 4 will be on the Nintendo Switch and no other Nintendo console.

Nintendo is stingy with recent games like Pokémon Violet and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom being Nintendo Switch exclusives as well. Don’t sweat it. After all, games like these are what makes Nintendo great.

Pikmin 4 is full of various side missions, treasures, and wildlife for you to encounter. You just need to search the world. Just make sure to find all the Rescue Corps crew members along the way.

There is a free demo for Pikmin 4 that you can download on the Nintendo Switch prior to the release of the full version of the Pikmin 4 game. Be sure to check it out so you can get a grasp of the gameplay before diving into the full game.