Pikmin Bloom the Game of the Summer
I’ve always been a huge Pikmin fan. So when I found out that Pokémon go and Pikmin had a love child, I was thrilled! My favorite part is it’s based off of steps and not walking outside. (Although you can, you don’t have to!)
The main mechanics of the game is to hatch Pikmin out of seed pods that your Pikmin find as your walking. Depending on what kind of Pikmin it could take 100, 1,000, 3,000, 5,000, or 10,000 steps to unlock! The 10,000 step ones always come with a fun accessory.
There are weekly walking competitions that you can do with other players to earn rewards and monthly events! The ice cream ones that are in this post are from the August event! They have fun events that help to keep you active and give you the cutest Pikmin in return.
Just like Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom does have a gym and pokestop element. The Gyms are mushroom battles you and four other plays can come together with your strongest Pikmin to destroy mushrooms. These mushrooms can be related to monthly events but you always get prizes from them. There are also flowers that you can make bloom if you walk around the area enough.
What’s for favorite thing to help you stay active?
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I've always loved how games can make even mundane tasks feel exciting, and Pikmin Bloom has absolutely nailed it for me when it comes to getting my steps in! Initially, I was drawn in by the nostalgia of Pikmin, but it's the step-based mechanics that have truly kept me hooked, turning every walk into a mini-adventure. One of the biggest eye-openers for me was realizing just how impactful my daily steps are in this game. It's not just about walking outside, though that's great too! Whether I'm pacing around my apartment, doing chores, or running errands, every step counts towards hatching those adorable Pikmin. The game does an excellent job of tracking, and I often find myself checking my phone to see how close I am to hatching a new friend. I've personally found that aiming for those 10,000-step seedlings is incredibly rewarding because they often yield the special Decor Pikmin, like the super cute ice cream ones I've collected! It's such a thrill to see what accessory they'll have. Speaking of steps, the weekly competitions are a fantastic motivator. My weekly recaps often show step counts I wouldn't have achieved without the friendly competition. Seeing my Mii character alongside my Pikmin, celebrating nearly 100,000 steps in a week, really pushes me to keep moving. It's amazing how a simple goal can make you walk further without even realizing it. I sometimes even plan my routes to ensure I hit a certain step count, especially if I have a big seedling incubating. For example, if I need 3,000 more steps for a rare seed, I'll take the stairs instead of the elevator or walk to a further grocery store. Beyond just hatching, steps also play a crucial role in planting flowers. The more you walk, the more flowers you plant, which contributes to making areas bloom and earning various rewards. It adds another layer of engagement to my walks. And while mushroom battles don't directly use steps, the stronger Pikmin you hatch through consistent step-taking certainly help you win those battles! My tip for maximizing steps? Always have a large seedling incubating, as it gives you a tangible goal to work towards. Also, don't underestimate short bursts of activity; they add up surprisingly fast. This game has genuinely made me more mindful of my activity levels, turning what used to be a chore into a delightful quest to collect every single Pikmin.
