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==Ways to win== | ==Ways to win== | ||
There are four ways to | There are four ways to win: | ||
*Score a bingo: By completing a row, column, or diagonal line of four items on their bingo card, the player immediately wins. | *Score a bingo: By completing a row, column, or diagonal line of four items on their bingo card, the player immediately wins. | ||
*Stealing the [[#Victory Macaroon|Victory Macaroon]]: By [[#Options|enabling]] the Victory Macaroon mode, players can steal this object from their opponent's base and deliver it to their Onion to win. This is similar to stealing an opponent's marble from [[2-Player Battle]]. | *Stealing the [[#Victory Macaroon|Victory Macaroon]]: By [[#Options|enabling]] the Victory Macaroon mode, players can steal this object from their opponent's base and deliver it to their Onion to win. This is similar to stealing an opponent's marble from [[2-Player Battle]]. | ||
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===General strategy=== | ===General strategy=== | ||
The | The strategising in Bingo Battle can be quite complex, as you must accoutn for the multitude of ways that your board and the opponent's boards can generate, the layout of the stages and items, and the way that these factors are forced to interact. The most important thing is to keep in mind that the game is largely random, and any possible strategy may have to be abandoned or altered in order to succeed. | ||
It is a good idea to start the game off with an assessment of one's bingo card and the way it relates to the items generated nearby. In ''Pikmin 3'', this can be done while gaining Pikmin in the starting area due to the game screen and the | It is a good idea to start the game off with an assessment of one's bingo card and the way it relates to the items generated nearby. In ''Pikmin 3'', this can be done while gaining Pikmin in the starting area due to the game screen and the Wii U Gamepad displaying independently. In ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'', however, the way that the radar covers the screen makes this difficult and can be actively disadvantageous, since it allows your opponent to see the stage map on your side of the screen, while also seeing their bingo card on their side; all the while letting them actually continue play. | ||
The goal of strategizing before getting to work should be to figure out which items will give you a bingo as quickly as possible; generally avoid items that are hidden inside enemies, items that are behind walls, and items that are too close to your opponent's base, as these will be difficult to obtain and may waste precious time that your opponent could spend winning or otherwise obtaining. Regardless, you still may need to obtain at least one of these difficult items to win the easiest possible bingo set, so your strategizing should include planning how to take that on. Note that defeating an enemy or a mid-boss | The goal of strategizing before getting to work should be to figure out which items will give you a bingo as quickly as possible; generally avoid items that are hidden inside enemies, items that are behind walls, and items that are too close to your opponent's base, as these will be difficult to obtain and may waste precious time that your opponent could spend winning or otherwise obtaining. Regardless, you still may need to obtain at least one of these difficult items to win the easiest possible bingo set, so your strategizing should include planning how to take that on. Note that defeating an enemy or a mid-boss does not necessarily guarantee you items inside; lengthy enemy encounters may mean that you will not be left with many Pikmin, and your opponent can easily take advantage of this. | ||
If you and your opponent have agreed to allow looking at each other's screen, it is also recommended to consider how ''they'' may strategize. Consider which items they may go for, which enemies or mid-bosses they may have to fight, and ensure that this | If you and your opponent have agreed to allow looking at each other's screen, it is also recommended to consider how ''they'' may strategize. Consider which items they may go for, which enemies or mid-bosses they may have to fight, and ensure that this plans are prevented; though not so obviously that they could counter-plan or bother wasting time on backup plans. If possible, it is highly advisable to always keep an eye on your opponent's screen; their bingo card and item roulette are vital to your defeat. Keep an ear out for the audio cues that indicate certain items or actions they may be taking. | ||
Filling out your bingo card in a highly linear and efficient fashion makes it obvious what strategy you are going for | Filling out your bingo card in a highly linear and efficient fashion makes it obvious what strategy you are going for. The game is also very loud about players it sees coming close to winning. Many players may find that stockpiling items outside their Onion without actually collecting them allows them to incrementally win without their opponent catching on as quickly. This strategy has the main disadvantage of making winning slightly slower, but comes with such huge advantages regardless that some may consider it unfair or cheating. | ||
Your Pikmin may inevitably end up fighting your opponent's Pikmin. It is advisable to avoid such brawls at all costs unless your army is significantly larger than theirs and/or you have access to ultra-spicy spray. While Pikmin defeated by other Pikmin will simply respawn at | Your Pikmin may inevitably end up fighting your opponent's Pikmin. It is advisable to avoid such brawls at all costs unless your army is significantly larger than theirs and/or you have access to ultra-spicy spray. While Pikmin defeated by other Pikmin will simply respawn at leaf maturity at their Onion, recouping after a loss is time-consuming. If your opponent intends to steal an item you need but they heavily outnumber you, consider the battle lost and spend the time better elsewhere. Equally, battling near your opponent's Onion, often regardless of their army size compared to yours, will generally result in a win for them due to their ability to quickly replenish forces. Even for the winning player, you must keep in mind that recovering from a battle is time-consuming. | ||
If you are caught in a battle over an | If you are caught in a battle over an enemy or treasure, it is important to keep in mind the fact that Pikmin will prioritize fighting enemy Pikmin over picking up items. This means that throwing your Pikmin onto an item caught in the middle of a battle will not have those Pikmin carry the item. To circumvent this, it is best to [[charge]] your Pikmin instead. If the target item is being held by too many enemy Pikmin for your own forces to take it back, it then becomes useful to throw your Pikmin directly at the carrying enemy Pikmin; distracting both with a battle and opening up room for your other Pikmin on the item. | ||
In rare situations, the lack of direct access to an Onion interface can make it advantageous to intentionally kill off your own Pikmin to make room for a more desirable type. This strategy is incredibly risky and largely inadvisable, but still has its place, particularly in Buried Pond, where [[Red Pikmin]] can often end up being an active hindrance. The quickest way to do this is by drowning them, but be careful of Pikmin extinctions, as well as an opportunistic opponent taking advantage of your temporary weakness. | In rare situations, the lack of direct access to an Onion interface can make it advantageous to intentionally kill off your own Pikmin to make room for a more desirable type. This strategy is incredibly risky and largely inadvisable, but still has its place, particularly in Buried Pond, where [[Red Pikmin]] can often end up being an active hindrance. The quickest way to do this is by drowning them, but be careful of Pikmin extinctions, as well as an opportunistic opponent taking advantage of your temporary weakness. | ||
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*'''Bomb''': Best to use whenever necessary. As always, use it to destroy enemies. Alternatively, try using it on any of your opponent's Pikmin trying to carry back an object. Avoid carrying around bomb rocks for long periods of time when possible, since an opponent with Rock Storm or Lightning can turn their power against you. | *'''Bomb''': Best to use whenever necessary. As always, use it to destroy enemies. Alternatively, try using it on any of your opponent's Pikmin trying to carry back an object. Avoid carrying around bomb rocks for long periods of time when possible, since an opponent with Rock Storm or Lightning can turn their power against you. | ||
*'''Shuffle''': The Shuffle should be used when your opponent is close to a victory. There is a catch to this, however. Since the opponent's board is shuffled, there is always a chance that it will shuffle into an advantageous layout or possibly even a win for them. The chances of both happening only increase as the opponent gains more items, and using the item while the opponent has five or more near-complete sets will typically guarantee them a win, making the item one which it may be advisable to use as early as possible so as to avoid clogging up the item roulette. | *'''Shuffle''': The Shuffle should be used when your opponent is close to a victory. There is a catch to this, however. Since the opponent's board is shuffled, there is always a chance that it will shuffle into an advantageous layout or possibly even a win for them. The chances of both happening only increase as the opponent gains more items, and using the item while the opponent has five or more near-complete sets will typically guarantee them a win, making the item one which it may be advisable to use as early as possible so as to avoid clogging up the item roulette. | ||
*'''Mine''': This is essentially just another bomb rock. You can use it on enemies and obstacles, but it | *'''Mine''': This is essentially just another bomb rock. You can use it on enemies and obstacles, but it is often most effectively placed on items that your opponent needs to win. Placing it near their Onion is also advisable, but all strategies against opponents contend with the fact that it is a very loud and very flashy item, so it's unlikely to go unnoticed. Like bomb rocks, they can also be used to defeat enemies quickly, though can be finicky in this way, and may endanger one's own Pikmin. | ||
*'''Macaroon Recovery''': Use it if your Macaroon is being taken. It won't have any effect otherwise, but can be battle-critical, so may be worth saving for as long as possible. | *'''Macaroon Recovery''': Use it if your Macaroon is being taken. It won't have any effect otherwise, but can be battle-critical, so may be worth saving for as long as possible. | ||
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*'''Bomb''': If you see the opponent rushing in for you, keep in mind that they could have bomb rocks, so try to avoid them or bait them into using the bomb in a way where you can escape. | *'''Bomb''': If you see the opponent rushing in for you, keep in mind that they could have bomb rocks, so try to avoid them or bait them into using the bomb in a way where you can escape. | ||
*'''Shuffle''': There is no real way to avoid this. However, this item can be turned against the opponent by simply collecting as many items at random as possible, increasing the chances of an advantageous shuffle to the point that your opponent may hesitate or entirely resist using the item; preventing them from accessing others. | *'''Shuffle''': There is no real way to avoid this. However, this item can be turned against the opponent by simply collecting as many items at random as possible, increasing the chances of an advantageous shuffle to the point that your opponent may hesitate or entirely resist using the item; preventing them from accessing others. | ||
*'''Mine''': If you can notice that your opponent has one, keep a look out to see where they put it. Otherwise, if you think a mine is set somewhere, disband your squad and check for mines, so that if there's a detonation, no Pikmin will perish. Remember to also rotate the camera around before recovering important objects, as a mine might reveal itself from a different angle. | *'''Mine''': If you can notice that your opponent has one, keep a look out to see where they put it. Otherwise, if you think a mine is set somewhere, disband your squad and check for mines, so that if there's a detonation, no Pikmin will perish. Remember to also rotate the camera around before recovering important objects, as a mine might reveal itself from a different angle. Regardless, keep an ear out for its distinctive beeping noise. | ||
===Victory Macaroons=== | ===Victory Macaroons=== | ||