I heard about it when it was announced, that probably was back in 2001 I guess.
I had the game on my "wanted" list since it was released, but it took me two years to buy it which I did in autumn 2004. Not sure why I didn't buy it earlier, probably because there were a good amount of games available at launch and because my "wanted" list is always overcrowded.
I really enjoyed playing it, although I disliked the time limit. Pikmin is a game which I want to play without pressure, but just by having fun doing the things the game requires me to do. I really enjoy that feeling Pikmin gives me though.
I have also bought Pikmin 2 in late summer 2006, and I also enjoyed playing that game. The reason why the games aren't selling more is the genre I think.







