Pikmin 3 was a very comfortable time. While I think I still prefer the original game, this is a nice direction for the series. The new QoL changes are welcome, and ordering pikmin around and getting stuff done is super convenient. The ending was a bit underwhelming, and it was a touch shorter than I expected. Regardless, I had fun the whole way through. It wasn't as memorable or interesting as the first game, nor was it as annoying as the second. It's a comfortable middle ground.