Strategy · 2001
Pikmin
Captain Olimar has crash-landed on a strange world, and his only hope for survival lies with odd creatures called Pikmin. Set out and explore the strange, lush planet before Olimar's life support runs out! Command up to 100 Pikmin, swarm predators, and haul critical parts back to your ship—all by using the Wii…
Key facts
- Released
- 26 October 2001
- Genre
- Strategy
- Length
- ≈ 4 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Nintendo
- Critics
- Metacritic 89
Why play it
- Metacritic 89 — critics loved it
- A 2001 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Pikmin?
Expect about 4 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Pikmin with friends?
No, Pikmin is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Pikmin on?
Pikmin is available on Nintendo.
Is Pikmin a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 89.
What games are like Pikmin?
In the same spirit: Pikmin 3, Pikmin 4 and Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance.
