Pikmin’s pretty good, isn’t it? Like, it’s not an elite Nintendo series – but it probably scrapes the top ten. It’s surprising, then, that more publishers haven’t attempted to ape the strategy series’ formula. Enter: Tinykin, a title coming to the PS5 and PS4 on 30th August, which has clearly been inspired by Captain Olimar and co.
This isn’t a complete knock-off, but the similarities are there. You’ll be gathering different coloured Tinykin, each with a unique purpose, and using them to solve environmental puzzles. The blue blobs, for example, can chain together electric currents – while the green ones can stack on top of each other in order to help you access out-of-reach areas.
The game will be successful if it’s able to compellingly combine all of these systems to make for some rewarding conundrums. Regardless, we really love the mixture of vibrant real-life environments and cel-shaded cartoon characters. It could be one to watch, this – we doubt it’ll be winning any awards, but as an alternative take on Pikmin, it looks like a good one.
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The "Pikmin" on PS4 & PS5. 😆
I don’t know what it is about Nintendo franchise clones, but few of the imitations come anywhere close to the real thing. It’s like they’ve got a secret ingredient.
Also, had to comment to say that Pikmin IS an elite Nintendo franchise. The series is nearly flawless and exceptionally unique in gameplay and feel. And, even with graphical limitations, the games look gorgeous. Sure, Pikmin may not be as famous as Mario or Zelda, but like Metroid, the mainline games are arguably more consistent in producing masterpieces. I mean, Zelda and Mario have more masterpieces, but… ah, you know what I mean!
Looks like a very well made game.
Looks really cool.
The Wild at Heart is another game inspired by Pikmin that I really enjoyed. It had a stronger story and a nice aesthetic, with lots of good puzzles.
@somnambulance This still looks brilliant and i would love to play it.
Looks interesting, although not entirely sold on the art styling...!
Still, would be good to get another Pikminesque game on PS.
Definitely in the category, but lite version is Kena Bridge of Spirits.
@somnambulance
Because they're made and funded by a huge company. These on the other hand are indie games.
Either way, loving all these risky unique indie games that are gonna keep coming out soon
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