"Hey! Pikmin" is a side-scrolling platformer game developed by Arzest and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS handheld console. It was released in 2017 and is a spin-off from the mainline "Pikmin" series, which was created by Shigeru Miyamoto.
Unlike the main "Pikmin" series, which is known for its real-time strategy and exploration gameplay in 3D environments, "Hey! Pikmin" adopts a 2.5D side-scrolling perspective. The game follows Captain Olimar, the protagonist of the "Pikmin" series, as he crash-lands on an unknown planet. In this new format, Olimar enlists the help of Pikmin creatures to navigate the environment, solve puzzles, and overcome obstacles.
In "Hey! Pikmin," players control Captain Olimar using the Nintendo 3DS stylus and touch screen to interact with the environment. Olimar can throw Pikmin to attack enemies, carry objects, and solve environmental puzzles. Different types of Pikmin with unique abilities are introduced, each essential for progressing through the game's levels. The levels are divided into stages, each with its own set of challenges and enemies.
The game retains the series' emphasis on exploration, as players must uncover secrets, collect items, and rescue stranded Pikmin to complete their mission. Additionally, the game features a "Pikmin Park" area where players can nurture and observe Pikmin outside of the main levels.
"Hey! Pikmin" was generally well-received for its charming visuals, accessible gameplay, and the way it adapted the "Pikmin" mechanics to the 2.5D format of the Nintendo 3DS. However, some fans of the main series felt that the game's departure from the traditional 3D exploration gameplay diluted the experience.
Overall, "Hey! Pikmin" offered a different take on the beloved "Pikmin" franchise, allowing players to enjoy its unique mechanics and world on the Nintendo 3DS platform.
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