Is the new Pikmin game actually fun or boring?
Saw Pikmin 4 just came out on mobile. Loved the originals but heard this one's a bit different. Worth downloading or should I stick to something else?
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Pikmin 4 on mobile is pretty solid if you liked the originals, though it's definitely more streamlined for phone play so don't expect the same depth. The core loop of collecting and commanding your little guys is still there and satisfying, but some of the puzzle complexity got stripped down compared to earlier games. If you've got time to kill and liked the series before, it's worth a shot since it's free-to-play anyway - just don't go in expecting it to blow your mind like the first ones did.
I'd say it depends on what you're looking for. like others said, it's streamlined for mobile which is both a blessing and a curse. The core Pikmin formula is still there - you're out gathering stuff and managing your little army - but it's way more casual than the originals. If you were into the strategic depth and puzzle-solving of the earlier games, this one might feel a bit thin. That said, for a mobile game it's surprisingly engaging. The progression keeps you coming back, and there's something satisfying about the simple loop even if it's not as complex.
I've been playing it on and off during my cool-down walks after my morning runs, and honestly it scratches that Pikmin itch without demanding a ton of attention. It's not the same as sitting down with a proper console version, but on mobile that's kind of the point. It's good for killing time between tasks, not something you're gonna sink weeks into obsessing over. If you've got the storage space and don't mind a more bite-sized experience, it's worth the download. You can always delete it if it's not hitting for you, but most people who liked the originals seem to at least enjoy it enough to keep playing.
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