If you own a legitimate copy – physical or digital – updating is simple.

Pikmin 3 Deluxe is the definitive version of the 2013 Wii U classic, featuring all original DLC, new prologue and epilogue missions starring Olimar and Louie, and a full two-player local co-op mode for the main campaign. Latest Update Information (v1.1.3) June 19, 2025 , the latest official update is version 1.1.3 . According to Nintendo Support , this patch specifically addresses: Nintendo Switch 2 Compatibility

– Unchanged (around 12 seconds from the title screen to landing on a planet). The update does not address I/O speeds.

: Includes a new lock-on targeting system to help with aiming Pikmin and updated whistle mechanics.

The most recent major update for Pikmin 3 Deluxe focuses heavily on and system stability.

Unlike many modern Switch games, Pikmin 3 Deluxe received no major DLC or new content patches after launch. The “deluxe” version already includes all Pikmin 3 original DLC (from Wii U) plus new side-story missions featuring Olimar & Louie.

Pikmin 3 Deluxe is a relatively polished game, but like all modern software, it received post-launch patches. If you are looking for a "full update," you are likely trying to ensure your game includes:

One day, while exploring a particularly challenging area, Captain Charlie's Pikmin got stuck in a tight spot. But with quick thinking and teamwork, they managed to rescue their Pikmin and continue their quest.