In Pikmin Bloom, you can count your steps using two methods: "Track with Google Fit" and "Track with your phone". You can switch the tracking method within the game app by going to Settings > Privacy&Steps > Step Count.
 
When using [Track with Google Fit], the app references the fitness information stored in the Google Fit Account linked to your Android device to reflect your step count in the app. However, this does not necessarily mean that the most up-to-date step count of your Google account will be displayed in Pikmin Bloom. There may be a delay of up to several hours before Pikmin Bloom syncs with your Google account and accurately tracks your activity.
 
Please note that tracking with Google Fit is not available for child accounts. If "Track with Google Fit" is selected for a child account, Pikmin Bloom's unique step counting mechanism is used to reflect the steps in the app.
If your steps are not being counted correctly, please refer to the [Troubleshooting] section.

Note :

  • To see the fitness information of the Google account linked to your Android device, you will need to install the Google Fit app on your device.
  • Step data that is manually entered into Google Fit will not be added to your total steps in Pikmin Bloom.

Troubleshooting

If the step count is incorrect when using "Track with Google Fit", it is recommended to switch to "Track with your phone".

If you wish to use "Track with Google Fit", please check the following settings:

Note: The names and process of the settings may differ depending on the device model. For details, please consult the device's manufacturer or the internet carrier.

Google Fit Settings

  1. Install the Google Fit app. If you are an Android user and your Google Account is for a child under the age of 13 (or the appropriate age for your country in your Google Account), you will not be able to download or log in to Google Fit, so please skip this step.
  2. Launch the Google Fit app.
  3. Tap Profile.
  4. Tap the gear button in the upper right corner of the screen.
  5. Under Tracking Preferences, make sure that the Track your activity toggle is switched on.
  6. Tap Connected Apps and make sure that Pikmin Bloom is connected. If you don't see Pikmin Bloom under your Connected Apps, restart the Pikmin Bloom app and follow instructions to connect Google Fit.
  7. Note: If your Google Fit step count is zero, there may be a problem on the part of Google Fit or your device. Please refer to Google Fit help.

Turn off Battery Saver Mode

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Battery and Device Care.
  3. Tap Battery.
  4. Turn off Battery Saver Mode (Stamina Mode).
  5. Turn off Restrict apps and home screen and check if the situation improves.
If you are using Android 12, please check if the Battery Saver is turned off.
  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Battery.
  3. Tap Battery Saver.
  4. Turn "Use Battery Saver" off.

Turn off Data Saver

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Connections.
  3. Tap Data Usage.
  4. Make sure the Data Saver is turned off.

Check Pikmin Bloom's battery settings

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Apps.
  3. Tap Pikmin Bloom.
  4. Tap Battery.
  5. Tap No Restrictions and check if the situation improves.

Location information Settings on Android 10 or above

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Apps & notifications.
  3. Tap Permission manager.
  4. Tap Location.
  5. Make sure Pikmin Bloom has location permissions enabled and set to Allow Always.
Android devices with Android 9 or lower:  Make sure Pikmin Bloom has location permissions always enabled or enabled while using the app. Check your device manufacturer or carrier's support site for instructions.