Pictonico! (Japanese: ピクトニコ！, Hepburn: Pikutoniko!) is a 2026 video game developed by Nintendo EPD and Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo for iOS and Android. The game allows users to turn their photos into a game. The game released on May 28, 2026.
Gameplay
Pictonico! is a mobile video game where players can take pictures using their camera or use their pictures on their phone and turn them into WarioWare-style minigames. Each minigame lasts a few seconds and is controlled with the device’s touch screen. The minigame alters the selected image for use in the game, similar to that in the Nintendo 3DS game Face Raiders. Around 80 minigames are available in total. The game features several game modes, such as a stage by stage progression mode, a “score attack” challenge mode, a high speed mode, and a “sudden death” mode.
Development and release
Pictonico! was developed by Nintendo EPD and by Intelligent Systems, the developers behind the WarioWare series of games.
Pictonico! was announced on May 18, 2026 through a trailer on the Nintendo Today! app showcasing the minigames alongside the release date of May 28, 2026 for iOS and Android.
Similar to Super Mario Run, the game is free to download and start, but only a handful of minigames can be played for free as a demo. The full game must be purchased via two separate minigame “volumes”. Unlike Super Mario Run, the game does not require a constant active internet connection; it is needed only for the first launch, changing languages, and when purchasing and downloading minigame volumes. No photos are sent to Nintendo’s servers.
References
External links
- Official website
Gamer24h Editor's Take
Pictonico! caught our attention with its unique design and has shaped up to be a must-play masterpiece candidate thanks to the depth of its experience. The visionary approach of developer Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development, Intelligent Systems, combined with the expertise of publisher Nintendo, has resulted in an exceptionally refined product. Its innovative take on the Party genre offers a breath of fresh air for fans of the category. In short, an outstanding and immersive gaming experience awaits genre fans — we highly recommend giving it a shot!