Pikmin 4 Marks A Boost For The Franchise In Europe: 10 Top Sales of July 2023

At long last, the much-anticipated Pikmin 4 has hit the market, gaining notable popularity in European gaming circles. According to GfK data, Pikmin 4 has triumphantly emerged as the top-selling game in UK retail in its debut week, outperforming Pikmin 3: Deluxe’s October 2020 release by a staggering 45%. The game has also garnered substantial admiration in other European regions like Spain and France.

Pikmin 4’s impressive initial sales performance has rekindled the franchise’s spark, which had subsided since the 2012 release of Pikmin 3. The launch of the latest iteration, lauded for its enchanting graphics, challenging gameplay, and enticing co-op mode, signifies a hearty comeback.

Besides Pikmin 4, the game market witnessed the following ten games topping the European sales charts in July 2023:

FIFA 23

The Sims 4 Horse Ranch

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Hogwarts Legacy

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

Minecraft (NS)

Elden Ring

Diablo IV

Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak

Also Read: Pikmin 4 Crosses Over 115K Units In Japan In Its Second Week

Please note, these stats represent physical retail sales and do not include digital sales data.

Pikmin 4’s successful release undoubtedly heralds positive prospects for the franchise’s future. It’s evident that the love for Pikmin still thrives, and it’ll be intriguing to see Nintendo’s forthcoming plans for this series.

Here are some of the factors propelling Pikmin 4’s immense appeal among European fans:

Charming blend of colors and adventure appeals to players of all ages.

The gameplay is mentally stimulating and gratifying, filled with abundant puzzles and hurdles. The co-op mode amplifies the fun factor, making it an ideal game to enjoy with friends or family.

The game marks a delightful resurgence of the beloved Pikmin franchise that has been inactive for a few years. We remain optimistic about Pikmin 4’s continued success in Europe and look forward to its performance in other global markets.