Pikmin 1
June 21, 2023
MEET THE PIKMIN! OLIMAR&s;S ODYSSEY One fateful day, an asteroid slams into the SS Dolphin and sends it into a perilous tailspin. Luckily, the ship’s lone crew member – Captain Olimar – survives the crash, but now he’s stranded on a strange planet with no way to get home. Time …
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"Pikmin 1+2 are bare bones remasters of the first tow Pikmin games, but they are pretty good new versions in HD. We&s;ve loved to see some extras, but they are great games none the less."
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80.0
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85.0
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75.0
"My only real disappointment was that more effort wasn’t put into sprucing up the visuals and tweaking the gameplay to iron out some of the minor frustrations from the original releases. Once you’ve experienced Pikmin 1 + 2, I highly …"
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75.0
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80.0
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65.0
"Pikmin 1+2 is a brilliant package for people who have been missing the games since the GameCube/Wii or gamers curious about why Pikmin is so beloved. If you are coming in from Pikmin 3 or the recently released Pikmin 4 …"
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80.0
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90.0
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45.0
"If anyone comes into these remasters expecting Metroid Prime or Skyward Sword levels of work, be prepared to be disappointed because these releases are more akin to the Super Mario Sunshine reissue included with Super Mario 3D All-Stars. I see …"
Read original review"This pack continues to demonstrate why the two original games were so groundbreaking at the time. It stands the test of time, although some playable facets have already been overcome."
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40.0
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70.0
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30.0
"Pikmin 1 and 2 on Switch are the barest of bare bones ports. The clarity added by HD resolution and 16:9 support simply isn&s;t worth losing the improved controls of the Wii versions. In addition, these ports lose some of …"
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80.0
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95.0
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60.0
"It’s been a pleasant trip down memory lane with both Pikmin 1 and 2, and if you’ve never had a chance to experience either game, I’d say they are both highly recommended and stand the test of time quite well. …"
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95.0
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92.0
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30.0
"Pikmin 1+2 is close to being the definitive way to experience these games before playing the second and third sequels. The low-effort porting of these games is a letdown, but the core games are wonderful and are faithfully converted to …"
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30.0
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55.0
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45.0
"For better or for worse, this is now the easiest and most practical way to play Pikmin, and figure out why has this franchise managed to stand the test of time for so long. I particularly didn’t understand the hype. …"
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95.0
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85.0
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70.0
"Without a doubt, the games were ported to those who recently discovered the series and want to delve deeper into its origins. Of course, they&s;ll always be excellent starting points, but I believe the purchase will be made for those …"
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70.0
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92.0
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60.0
"Pikmin 1 not only gave me an extremely enjoyable and fun experience, but also made me want to enjoy all of its sequels. With visuals that remain quite charming and, above all, with solid, functional and indescribably fun gameplay, this …"
Read original review"Pikmin 1+2 are still wonderful games, and although it&s;s a fairly pricey collection having the games on the Switch is lovely."
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98.0
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99.0
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"The Pikmin series is top notch and these HD ports are a great reminder of that for anyone who has played them before, and a wonderful primer to the series for anyone that hasn&s;t. It&s;s startling how well a lot …"
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78.0
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82.0
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76.0
"How these two games had gracefully aged, it is another proof of Nintendo&s;s genius touch. Simple gameplay from the first game remains charming, it is essential series gameplay, while the second part brings nice enhancements to the formula. Finally you …"
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78.0
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92.0
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"Pikmin 1+2 is a pleasant return to the past in 2023 necessary to further extend the lore around one of the most curious and interesting Nintendo franchises of recent years. Strong and powerful from a playful point of view, it …"
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45.0
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"Pikmin 1 returns on Nintendo Switch, offering a refreshed version of the 2001 GameCube classic. While the visuals have been slightly improved and controls refined, this is still very much a product of its time. The game’s charm lies in …"
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75.0
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90.0
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70.0
"Pikmin 1 remains a delightful puzzle adventure that sees Nintendo at its most charming and inventive. Yes, this Switch port is a little bit underwhelming, with just a higher resolution and some new controls to get excited about, but with …"
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70.0
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80.0
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65.0
"Pikmin 1 + 2 could be a good opportunity for Nintendo Switch players who want to experience original games, but it is a scarce game in terms of adding new things. Pricing is a bit inconvenient for replaying games with …"
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92.0
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78.0
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35.0
"The remastered versions of Pikmin 1 and 2 have successfully stood the test of time, with improved visuals that surpass their original counterparts. This bundle caters to both new and returning players, offering an enhanced experience. However, some may feel …"
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75.0
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80.0
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65.0
"The original Pikmin shows beyond any doubt that it&s;s a timeless classic and one that can be easily enjoyed both by long-time fans and new players alike. The experience is pretty much intact and remains perfectly faithful to the original, …"
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65.0
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90.0
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"Pikmin 1 and 2&s;s Switch ports might not be much of an upgrade in a technical sense, but the games themselves have stood the test of time wonderfully well, thanks to their timeless game design, addictive loop, intuitive controls, and …"
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85.0
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"Just like it was in 2001, Pikmin 1 remains a unique and wildly inventive strategy adventure that deserves everyone&s;s time and attention. There&s;s nothing new in this version; all that&s;s been done is an HD upscale, a controversial new control …"
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""Great GameCube classics with minimal upgrades.""
Read original review"Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won&s;t astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash."
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90.0
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"Despite being barebone ports of the originals, Pikmin 1 + 2 are still great on the Nintendo Switch, bringing all-numbered entries of the franchise onto the platform for fans to enjoy."
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