Niantic’s Pikmin Bloom is hosting a paid event, ‘Pikmin Bloom Journey 2026: Seoul,’ in Seoul, South Korea, on the 23rd and 24th of a two-day period. This live event in the Yeouido area will be followed by an online version a week later to allow global participation. Ticket holders can visit special spots to collect unique Pikmin, themed costumes, and postcards, with 16 special spots featuring Decor Pikmin. The event was organized based on positive feedback from last year’s free event in Seoul and user requests. Representatives from Niantic, including Tomo Yamazaki and Hiyuki Suda, discussed the event and its unique features. Safety measures have been put in place for participants, and the event aims to provide a real-life experience for users to explore Seoul while playing the game. The event focuses on connecting users through shared experiences and discovering new aspects of daily life in different locations. Today, many users are enjoying the game while wearing visors. It’s significant to see them enjoying the game in one space, whereas they usually play in their own separate locations. We are constantly thinking about how to provide more diverse experiences.
Pikmin Bloom in Korea gained popularity through word-of-mouth on social media. The game has been embraced by Korean users who enjoy unique ways of playing, such as walking with friends and sharing postcards. The game mechanics are being appreciated more over time, and users in Korea are finding diverse ways to enjoy the game that were not initially imagined.
The Niantic game community in Korea is viewed as important, and the company aims to allow it to grow organically based on user preferences. The Korean market holds significance for Niantic, as Korean users have shown passion and enthusiasm for the game, engaging with each other and even exchanging postcards with users from other countries.
Pikmin Bloom stands out for its focus on walking and collecting, offering users a game that seamlessly integrates into their daily lives. The game provides various ways for users to enjoy it and make new discoveries, with plans to introduce more content to enhance the overall experience.
Niantic is committed to addressing optimization concerns for the game, working on improving performance, reducing device burden, and resolving technical issues on a daily basis. The company aims to continue enhancing the game’s features and ensuring a smooth gameplay experience for users.
In terms of future events in Korea, the team expresses interest in exploring other regions beyond Seoul to allow more people to participate and enjoy the game. Privacy and safety are top priorities for the team, with features in place to protect user information and ensure a secure gaming experience.
While there are currently 8 types of Pikmin available in the game, the team is open to the possibility of adding new Pikmin in the future based on user feedback and demand. However, there are currently no specific plans for new additions, as careful consideration is needed to determine the timing and form of any new Pikmin.
To the global users participating in the event, the Niantic team expresses gratitude for the support and enthusiasm shown for Pikmin Bloom. They aim to continue developing the game to provide an enjoyable experience for users worldwide, including those in Korea, and hope that players will discover the hidden charms of Seoul during the event.
We trust that your passion for our game will endure
This gathering takes place in the Yeouido district ©Niantic