Ever the curious company, Nintendo has shadow dropped a new update for Pikmin 3 Deluxe that includes official Switch 2 support. Not a new “Switch 2 Edition” like many speculated a year ago, update version 1.2.0 simply adds support for higher resolution output via the Nintendo Switch 2. Think of it like the recent Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 release, which was updated to output in 4K when played on Switch 2.
As part of its patch notes, Nintendo writes, “Added support for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution televisions, resulting in a sharper image.” This means both handheld and docked mode have seen a bump in resolution, though it’s not clear to what. I imagine the game will render in 4K much like Splatoon 3 did, but we’ll have to wait for concrete information.
Along with increased resolution support, Pikmin 3 Deluxe is now compatible with GameShare via GameChat for one of its multiplayer modes. The “Bingo Battle” mini-game is accessible both locally and through GameChat with, I assume, four-player support. Weirdly enough, Local Play is not available on the original Switch, which makes me believe it must need extra horsepower to function properly.
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Update version 1.2.0 should currently be live on the Nintendo eShop for Pikmin 3 Deluxe. It’s not the “Switch 2 Edition” people may have wanted, but I’m all for free updates to classic Switch games. Now let’s see if Pikmin 4 gets the same treatment.
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Written by Peter Glagowski
Peter has been a freelance gaming and film critic for over seven years. His passion for Nintendo is only matched by the size of his collection.
