Pikmin 3 Deluxe Nintendo Switch Unboxing: Cover Art, Game Card, Info, & More!

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pikmin 3 deluxe four colored pikmin close up on a branch
pikmin 3 deluxe four colored pikmin close up on a branch

Pikmin 3 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch is a fantastic strategy game I personally love, and I wanted to share and show off the game’s beautiful cover art, reversible cover, and game card.

You came to the right place, then, if you are looking for Pikmin 3 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch “unboxing” in picture format that also includes pertinent information about the game’s digital file size, features, and more.

Let’s check out everything that comes with this fun game.


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What is Pikmin 3 Deluxe?

Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a colorful strategy game about hungry space explorers crash landing on an alien planet full of tiny creatures known as Pikmin.

The goal of the game is to search for your comrades, find sustenance by collecting dozens of fruit, and explore vast areas by controlling the various colored Pikmin (each with its own strengths and weaknesses).

It’s fun for the entire family!


When Was Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s Release Date?

Can you play Pikmin 3 on the Nintendo Switch? The answer is resounding yes!

Pikmin 3 Deluxe released on October 20th, 2020 and is an updated port of Pikmin 3 for the Nintendo Wii U.

A demo of Pikmin 3 Deluxe was also made available as a FREE download on the Nintendo Switch weeks prior to the game’s launch.

Completing the demo provided a couple perks for players of the full release. Also, the demo’s save file can be imported into the full release to continue the adventure.


What New Features Does Pikmin 3 Deluxe Have?

What is the difference between Pikmin 3 and Pikmin 3 Deluxe? Pikmin 3 Deluxe includes new features that the Nintendo Wii U original did not have such as

  • A game demo with a transferable save file
  • A harder difficulty option
  • An easier Normal difficulty option
  • The ability to play the entire game with another person
  • Additional story content
  • The inclusion of all extra content originally sold separately
  • More ways to keep Pikmin alive during a mission
  • A thorough, and optional, Hint feature to help lost players
  • A lock-on targeting feature
  • And much more

Pikmin 3 Deluxe truly is the deluxe version of one of my favorite games of all time.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Digital File Size, Supported Languages, Etc.

Close-up o back cover of Pikmin 3 Deluxe case product image
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Back Cover

Pikmin 3 Deluxe is available in both physical and digital editions, so players can game the way they want.

The Pikmin 3 Deluxe physical edition includes

  • The game case
  • A reversible cover with front and back art
  • And the Pikmin 3 Deluxe game card

Additionally, enjoy these handy Pikmin 3 Deluxe informational facts that applies to both versions of the acclaimed game:

  • Adventure, Action, and Strategy game made by Nintendo
  • Rated E 10+ For Everyone 10 and older
  • Includes Mild Cartoon Violence
  • Can be played by 1 or 2 players cooperatively
  • Online functionality (high-score leaderboards)
  • Save Data Cloud backup for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers
  • Digital version requires approximately 6.5GB space

Pikmin 3 Deluxe supported play modes:

  • TV
  • Tabletop
  • Handheld

Pikmin 3 Deluxe supported controllers:

  • Single Joy-Con
  • Joy-Con grip
  • Pro Controller
  • Motion controls are also supported

Pikmin 3 Deluxe supported languages:

  • Japanese
  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Spanish
  • Korean
  • Chinese

Pikmin 3 Deluxe technical specifications:

  • Pikmin 3 Deluxe runs at 720p resolution and 30 frames per second in TV mode (docked).
  • Pikmin 3 Deluxe runs at around 540/576p resolution and 30 frames per second in Handheld mode.

Does Pikmin 3 Deluxe support online multiplayer?

  • Pikmin 3 Deluxe does not support online multiplayer but it does allow the Story and Missions modes to be played up to 2 players locally (in the same room) on a single Nintendo Switch.

How long does it take to beat Pikmin 3 Deluxe?

  • Pikmin 3 Deluxe will take approximately 10-20 hours to beat and includes multiple difficulties, extra missions, and collectibles for replay value.

Is Pikmin 3 Deluxe worth it? Yes! Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a robust package and is fun for just about everyone.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Is The Perfect Gift For . . .

Pikmin 3 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch is the perfect gift for any age.

The game includes “mild cartoon violence”, has a cartoon family-friendly look that is ubiquitous of Nintendo developed series, and does not include swearing, nudity, guns, or blood.

Also, Pikmin 3 Deluxe includes Normal, Hard, and Ultra-Spicy difficulty settings that provides challenges for a wide range of player skill levels.

Specifically, Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a great gift for players who enjoy solo or cooperative play for up to 2 players.

The entire story mode can be played with another player along with the extra modes. Personally, I will be playing the entire game with my spouse.

Finally, this is a strategy game about managing “troops” (the Pikmin) to do different tasks while battling enemies along with a daily time limit.

Strategy and resource management fans will have a lot to enjoy here.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Unboxing For Nintendo Switch

Now, let’s take a look at Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s cover art, reversible cover, and game card.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Front Cover

Pikmin 3 Deluxe case resting against a black background and blue matt
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Case

Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s front cover is a vibrant display and introduction to the various Pikmin in the game as well an overall look of the game.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Back Cover

Back cover of Pikmin 3 Deluxe case
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Back Cover

Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s back cover covers a host of the game’s features.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Inside Cover

Pikmin 3 Deluxe game case opened up
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Reversible Cover

Pikmin 3 Deluxe includes a reversible cover and a game card.

Pikmin 3 Deluxe game case opened up
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Reversible Cover

The Pikmin 3 Deluxe game card is snuggly tucked into its game case. How adorable!


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Reversible Cover

Close-up of Pikmin 3 Deluxe's reversible cover: a green forest setting with Pikmin creatures resting in greenery
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Reversible Cover

The Pikmin 3 Deluxe reversible cover can be flipped over to reveal another art piece.

Close-up of Pikmin 3 Deluxe's reversible cover: a green forest setting with Pikmin creatures resting in greenery
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Reversible Cover

Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s reversible cover is a closeup of a garden with various Pikmin hanging out, doing their thing.

Close-up of Pikmin 3 Deluxe's reversible cover: a green forest setting with Pikmin creatures resting in greenery
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Reversible Cover

The Pikmin 3 Deluxe reversible cover is a thing of beauty.


Pikmin 3 Deluxe Game Card

Pikmin 3 Deluxe game card in front of the game's game case
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Game Card

Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s game card is tiny but packs a mighty adventure.

Pikmin 3 Deluxe game card
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Game Card

Can you spot all 4 the tiny Pikmin on the tiny game card?

Pikmin 3 Deluxe game card
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Game Card

Enjoy Pikmin 3 in its finest form.


Pikmin 3: Nintendo Switch VS Nintendo Wii U

Pikmin 3 game cases for Nintendo Wii U and Nintendo Switch resting next to each on a table
Pikmin 3 Wii U and Switch Case

Pikmin 3 was a blast to play back on the Nintendo Wii U and it’s just as fun and even more jam-packed with content on the Nintendo Switch.

Pikmin 3 Nintendo Wii U and Switch game disc and cart next to each other
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Switch Game Card and Wii U Disc

It’s amazing that all data from the original Nintendo Wii U game disc fits on such a tiny Nintendo Switch game card.

Pikmin 3 game cases for Nintendo Wii U and Nintendo Switch resting next to each on a table
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Nintendo Switch and Wii U Game Cases

No matter how you enjoy it, Pikmin 3 is a Platinum priority Bucket List Game that I highly recommend you play if you are at all interested in vibrant worlds, strategic gameplay, and a multitude of content and modes.

Thanks for checking out my Pikmin 3 Deluxe unboxing. See you next time!


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