When it comes to enticing players to step outside, Niantic's AR games consistently introduce unique and engaging methods. The latest update for Pikmin Bloom might just take the cake—or should I say, pasta—with its quirky new feature: the Pasta Decor Pikmin.

This update isn't about encouraging dining out; instead, it introduces a novel twist to the beloved Pikmin series by featuring Pikmin adorned with various types of pasta. To acquire these unique Pasta Decor Pikmin, players are encouraged to visit their local Italian restaurants, where they can find the necessary seedlings.

These Pasta Decor Pikmin are dressed in an array of pasta, ranging from the familiar to the exotic, appealing to Italian food enthusiasts everywhere. While the concept may seem bizarre, it's likely to be successful in drawing players out of their homes. The novelty of the idea alone should be enough to pique interest, though the origins of such an update remain a mystery to me.

Local Italian eateries might see an uptick in visitors, and while some may be surprised by the sudden crowds, many will likely appreciate the increased foot traffic. To participate, players will need to update their Pikmin Bloom app, a minor inconvenience for the chance to experience this pasta-themed delight.

So, don your walking shoes and head to your nearest Italian restaurant to discover these pasta-clad Pikmin seedlings!

In the meantime, if you're looking for other ways to spend your time between visits to local delis, why not explore our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? Or dive into our review of Magical Maintenance Mystery to see what this charming text adventure has in store.

Boy, this stuff is good