A recent rating by the Pan European Game Information association (PEGI) has sparked anticipation among fans of Nintendo’s acclaimed Pikmin franchise.
Over the weekend, Pikmin 3 Deluxe was officially listed for the Nintendo Switch 2 platform, highlighting Nintendo’s ongoing efforts to expand its real-time strategy series onto next-generation hardware. PEGI, the ratings board responsible for classifying game content across European territories, published this new listing on December 28, 2025.
Nintendo of Europe SE, a key regional arm of the gaming giant, filed the submission, which assigns Pikmin 3 Deluxe the same age rating as its original Nintendo Switch release.
However, the PEGI report stops short of offering specific details beyond the title, platform, and rating—a standard practice for preliminary classification entries. Pikmin 3 Deluxe, developed and published by Nintendo, first launched for the Nintendo Switch in October 2020.
The enhanced port built upon the original Pikmin 3, which debuted on the Wii U in 2013, adding new missions, quality-of-life features, and local co-op.
The title’s commercial and critical success has helped solidify Pikmin’s place within Nintendo’s library, paving the way for further entries like Pikmin 4, which released in July 2024 on the Nintendo Switch. While official confirmation from Nintendo regarding Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s Nintendo Switch 2 release is still pending, PEGI listings are a reliable barometer for upcoming titles or updates.
Historically, such filings precede official announcements or eShop debuts, suggesting that an upgrade or re-release may be imminent.
Notably, the rating coincides with several Switch 2 enhancements rolled out for legacy Nintendo games, with third-party developer Panic Button frequently credited for technical upgrades.
Although not explicitly stated by Nintendo in relation to Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Panic Button has been recognized for collaborating on other Switch platform ports and compatibility updates. The timing is noteworthy, as the Pikmin franchise is approaching its 25th anniversary in 2026.
Industry observers expect that Nintendo may commemorate this milestone with expanded availability or enhanced editions of the mainline titles on its newest platform.
Additionally, Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s potential migration to Nintendo Switch 2 could precede similar moves for Pikmin 4, allowing longtime and new players alike to experience the series in its most accessible and updated form. As fans await official news, this PEGI rating reinforces Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to supporting the Pikmin series through platform transitions and anniversaries.
For real-time strategy aficionados and Pikmin enthusiasts, the prospect of exploring lush alien worlds with enhanced Switch 2 features is closer than ever. Keep up with the latest Pikmin updates on the Nintendo eShop and follow Nintendo Direct presentations for further developments about the franchise’s future.
Over the weekend, Pikmin 3 Deluxe was officially listed for the Nintendo Switch 2 platform, highlighting Nintendo’s ongoing efforts to expand its real-time strategy series onto next-generation hardware. PEGI, the ratings board responsible for classifying game content across European territories, published this new listing on December 28, 2025.
Nintendo of Europe SE, a key regional arm of the gaming giant, filed the submission, which assigns Pikmin 3 Deluxe the same age rating as its original Nintendo Switch release.
However, the PEGI report stops short of offering specific details beyond the title, platform, and rating—a standard practice for preliminary classification entries. Pikmin 3 Deluxe, developed and published by Nintendo, first launched for the Nintendo Switch in October 2020.
The enhanced port built upon the original Pikmin 3, which debuted on the Wii U in 2013, adding new missions, quality-of-life features, and local co-op.
The title’s commercial and critical success has helped solidify Pikmin’s place within Nintendo’s library, paving the way for further entries like Pikmin 4, which released in July 2024 on the Nintendo Switch. While official confirmation from Nintendo regarding Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s Nintendo Switch 2 release is still pending, PEGI listings are a reliable barometer for upcoming titles or updates.
Historically, such filings precede official announcements or eShop debuts, suggesting that an upgrade or re-release may be imminent.
Notably, the rating coincides with several Switch 2 enhancements rolled out for legacy Nintendo games, with third-party developer Panic Button frequently credited for technical upgrades.
Although not explicitly stated by Nintendo in relation to Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Panic Button has been recognized for collaborating on other Switch platform ports and compatibility updates. The timing is noteworthy, as the Pikmin franchise is approaching its 25th anniversary in 2026.
Industry observers expect that Nintendo may commemorate this milestone with expanded availability or enhanced editions of the mainline titles on its newest platform.
Additionally, Pikmin 3 Deluxe’s potential migration to Nintendo Switch 2 could precede similar moves for Pikmin 4, allowing longtime and new players alike to experience the series in its most accessible and updated form. As fans await official news, this PEGI rating reinforces Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to supporting the Pikmin series through platform transitions and anniversaries.
For real-time strategy aficionados and Pikmin enthusiasts, the prospect of exploring lush alien worlds with enhanced Switch 2 features is closer than ever. Keep up with the latest Pikmin updates on the Nintendo eShop and follow Nintendo Direct presentations for further developments about the franchise’s future.
