It was announced a while back that Niantic was working on a new game to follow up on the success of Pokémon Go. However, the Pikmin franchise was the focus of this new game, with some small beta tests were conducted earlier this year. Pikmin Bloom is the new title from Niantic and it was announced that today would mark a soft launch for the game. Lucky for us Australian (as well as people in Singapore), that soft launch encompassed us, with other countries to follow ‘shortly’.
As you walk the game counts your steps and you collect seeds. These seeds can be planted in pedometer incubators, allowing you to grow your own Pikmin army. Pikmin can find fruit and make nectar which can be used to make your Pikmin grow flowers on top of their heads, but also produce a petal trail that will have a number of benefits as you walk. Additionally, you can plant flowers and send Pikmin out to collect items. The game is intended to be a bit more relaxing, fitting into your daily routine rather than competeing for your time.
It’s available for download via the Google Play Store and Apple App Store now.
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When Eleanore isn’t trying to figure out how the Earth works she’s trying to pay off her loan in Animal Crossing, complete her Pokedex or finishing one more RPG or platformer. She is a lover of great characters, cute or creative art styles and awesome game soundtracks.
