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Pikmin

The Pikmin series is the perfect match for spring, set across colourful worlds brimming with nature. In the games, you pluck adorable plant companions from the ground: these creatures are called Pikmin. You can direct your Pikmin to support you on your adventures, from helping you to complete puzzles to battling enemies.

Pikmin 4 is the most recent addition to the series and makes for an excellent introduction to the world of Pikmin. In Pikmin 4, you’re tasked with rescuing your spaceship crew across a mysterious planet, with Pikmin creatures there to help you every step of the way.

The wacky and wonderful Pikmin games make for the perfect springtime picks: from plucking your Pikmin out of the ground to watching them bloom, themes of nature and growth are embedded at the heart of the series. Better still, the worlds are brimming with gorgeous outdoor landscapes that add a warm atmosphere to every playthrough.

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2

Pokemon Go

What better way to embrace the springtime than by going outside? Pokémon Go was originally released in 2016, but it continues to receive updates and has an active player base to this day.  The mobile game encourages real‑world exploration: you walk around to find and catch Pokémon that appear on your phone using augmented reality.

Whether you’re taking a leisurely stroll through a local park or heading out to do errands, Pokémon Go gamifies your surroundings and encourages you to step outside—making it an excellent way to embrace springtime while staying active.

Platforms: iOS and Android 

Rune Factory

Few games capture the feeling of spring as beautifully as Rune Factory: a fantasy series that blends farming simulation with RPG adventures. From planting your first seeds to defeating enemies, Rune Factory naturally echoes the season’s sense of growth and renewal. The series is known for its vibrant worldbuilding: from forests filled with fresh greenery and blooming farms to beautiful cherry blossom trees. Whether you’re tending your farm, exploring sun-dappled forests, or building relationships with your neighbours, the world feels alive with the gentle warmth and colour of early spring.

The most recent addition to the series, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, leans into this seasonal charm even further: encouraging you to nurture a ruined land back to life, with the new ability to build villages. Combined with classic series elements like farming, romance, dungeon exploration, and even dragons, it perfectly captures spring’s optimism and energy.

Platforms: PS5, Windows, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, Switch and Switch 2

Tunic

Tunic is a charming game that blends mystery, exploration, and beauty, making for the perfect springtime adventure. You play as an adorable fox wandering through a vibrant, gorgeous isometric world, with sunlit ruins, lush greenery, and delicate details that make every area feel alive. Whether you’re seeking a gentle adventure or a deeper, more cryptic journey, Tunic offers a refreshing experience that fits beautifully with the season.

Stranded in a mysterious land, you’ll uncover hidden pathways, decipher a charming in‑game manual, and slowly piece together the world’s long‑lost secrets. The game balances tranquil exploration with challenging combat against formidable creatures, rewarding patience and perseverance—much like nurturing new growth in springtime.

Platforms: PC (Windows and Mac), PS4 and PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X

Final thoughts

As the world outside begins to brighten and bloom, spring offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your gaming picks. But no matter what you choose to play, spring is an ideal time to slow down and enjoy the longer days—whether that means gaming outdoors, playing with the window open to a warm breeze, or simply letting these bright, optimistic worlds lift your mood. After all, gaming is at its best when it brings a little extra joy to your everyday life, and spring provides the perfect backdrop to do just that.