Pikmin Bloom Not Counting Steps? How to Fix It

Why Is Pikmin Bloom Not Counting My Steps?

• Health or activity permissions are disabled: Pikmin Bloom may not have permission to access your step data.

• Background activity is restricted: Your phone may stop Pikmin Bloom from tracking activity when the app is not open.

• Battery-saving settings are enabled: Battery optimization can limit background tracking, especially on Android.

• Health app syncing is not working: On iPhone, Pikmin Bloom may not be receiving data from Apple Health.

• Physical Activity permission is disabled: This can cause Pikmin Bloom not counting steps on Android.

• App permissions changed after an update: A system or app update can sometimes reset permissions.

• Pikmin Bloom is outdated: An older version may have tracking or syncing issues.

• Temporary app glitches: The game may fail to sync your latest step data correctly.

• Phone activity tracking is inaccurate: Your device may not be recording steps properly in the first place.

• Network or sync issues: Pikmin Bloom may need to reconnect before newly recorded steps appear.

How to Fix Pikmin Bloom Not Counting Steps on iPhone

When Pikmin Bloom steps are not counting, start with the settings that control access to your iPhone's activity and health data. These fixes can help when you are wondering, "Why is Pikmin Bloom not counting my steps?" Work through them in order, as a permission or background activity setting is often enough to restore step tracking.

1. Check Apple Health Permissions

Pikmin Bloom uses Apple Health to access your step data on iPhone. If the game does not have permission to read your steps, Pikmin Bloom not counting steps on iPhone can happen even when the Health app is recording your activity correctly.

Steps:

• Open the Health app on your iPhone.

• Tap your profile picture in the top-right corner.

• Select Apps or Apps and Services.

  

• Tap Pikmin Bloom.

• Make sure Steps is allowed. Open Pikmin Bloom again and check whether your step count updates.

  

2. Turn On Motion & Fitness

Your iPhone uses its built-in motion sensors to record physical activity. When Fitness Tracking is disabled, your device may not properly collect activity data, which can contribute to Pikmin Bloom steps not counting.

Steps:

• Open Settings.

• Tap Privacy & Security.

• Select Motion & Fitness.

  

• Turn on Fitness Tracking.

• Make sure Pikmin Bloom has the required access. Reopen the game and walk for a few minutes to check the count.

  

3. Check Location Services

Pikmin Bloom relies on location access for its walking and location-based gameplay features. If Location Services are disabled or Pikmin Bloom has limited access, checking these settings can help when Pikmin Bloom not counting steps iOS is the issue.

Steps:

• Open Settings on your iPhone.

• Tap Privacy & Security.

• Tap Location Services.

• Make sure Location Services is turned on.

• Scroll through the app list and select Pikmin Bloom.

• Set Allow Location Access to Always if the option is available.

  

• Turn on Precise Location.

• Close Settings and open Pikmin Bloom. Walk for a few minutes and check whether your activity is being recorded.

4. Turn Off Low Power Mode

Low Power Mode limits certain background activities to reduce battery use. Since Pikmin Bloom can track activity while you are not actively using the app, temporarily disabling this mode can help when why aren't my steps updating on my iPhone.

Steps:

• Open Settings.

• Tap Battery.

• Turn Low Power Mode off.

  

• Open Pikmin Bloom.

• Give the app some time to sync your activity data.

• Check whether your step count has updated.

5. Restart Pikmin Bloom and Your iPhone

A temporary app or syncing problem can prevent newly recorded steps from appearing immediately. Restarting Pikmin Bloom gives it another chance to connect with Apple Health and can help resolve Pikmin Bloom steps not counting.

Steps:

• Close Pikmin Bloom completely.

• Wait a few seconds.

• Open the app again and check your steps.

• If the count is still missing, restart your iPhone.

• Open Pikmin Bloom after your iPhone turns back on.

How to Fix Pikmin Bloom Not Counting Steps on Android

Android users can track steps in Pikmin Bloom through different methods. The current official guidance is moving away from Google Fit toward Track with your phone and Health Connect. Checking which method your game is using first can help you find the cause of Pikmin Bloom not counting steps on Android.

1. Check Which Step Tracking Method You're Using

Pikmin Bloom's step-counting method is controlled from the game's settings. Depending on your device and app version, you may see Track with your phone, Google Fit, or Health Connect. Pikmin Bloom currently recommends tracking with your phone, while Health Connect is the newer option for Android.

Steps:

• Open Pikmin Bloom on your Android phone.

• Tap the Settings option in the game.

• Open Privacy & Steps.

• Tap Step Count.

  

• Check which tracking method is currently selected.

• If you are using Google Fit, continue to the next fix.

• If you are using Track with your phone, move to Fix 3.

• If Health Connect is available and you want to use it, select it and complete the required permissions.

2. If You're Using Google Fit, Check the Connection

Google Fit can provide Pikmin Bloom with your recorded activity data, but the game may take several hours to sync the latest step count. If Google Fit itself is not recording your activity or Pikmin Bloom is no longer connected to it, your steps may not appear in the game.

Steps:

• Open the Google Fit app on your Android phone.

• Tap Profile. Tap the Settings icon in the top-right corner.

• Find Tracking preferences.

  

• Make sure Track your activity is turned on. Go back to the Google Fit settings.

• Tap Connected apps. Check whether Pikmin Bloom is listed as a connected app.

• If Pikmin Bloom is missing, restart the game and follow its prompts to reconnect Google Fit.

• Check Google Fit to make sure it is recording your steps. Open Pikmin Bloom and allow some time for the latest data to sync.

3. Try "Track with Your Phone"

Track with your phone is the recommended method in Pikmin Bloom's current Android guidance. It lets Pikmin Bloom use your phone's own step-tracking mechanism instead of relying on Google Fit. This can be useful when Pikmin Bloom steps are not counting through Google Fit.

Steps:

• Open Pikmin Bloom. Go to Settings.

• Tap Privacy & Steps. Select Step Count.

• Choose Track with your phone.

• Follow any permission prompts shown by the game.

• Open your Android phone's Settings.

• Go to Apps > Pikmin Bloom > Permissions.

• Check that Physical activity is allowed. Also check that Pikmin Bloom has the required Location permission.

• Return to Pikmin Bloom. Walk with your phone for a few minutes. Check whether the step count starts increasing.

How to Fix Pikmin Bloom Step Tracking with Health Connect

Google Fit is being phased out for Android step tracking, so Pikmin Bloom now supports Health Connect. It helps the game get step data from your phone and other fitness apps. If your steps are not updating, check whether Pikmin Bloom has permission to access your step data.

Check Health Connect Permissions

Pikmin Bloom needs access to Steps in Health Connect to retrieve your activity data. If this permission is blocked, the game may not receive the steps recorded by your other health or fitness apps.

Steps:

• Open Settings on your Android phone.

• Search for and open Health Connect.

• Tap App permissions.

• Select Pikmin Bloom. Make sure Steps permission is allowed.

  

• If you use another fitness app to record steps, open that app in Health Connect.

• Make sure it can add or write step data.

• Open Pikmin Bloom. Go to Settings > Privacy & Steps > Step Count.

• Select Health Connect. Walk for a few minutes and check your step count again.

Why Are My Health Connect Steps Higher/Lower Than Pikmin Bloom?

It is normal for the step count in Health Connect and Pikmin Bloom to be slightly different. They may use different sources or syncing times, so the numbers do not always update at the same time. Check Health Connect first to confirm that your phone is recording steps correctly.

Bonus Tip: Change Pikmin Bloom Location Without Leaving Home

You don't always need to travel to explore a different area in Pikmin Bloom. iAnyGo can change your phone's virtual GPS location to a place you select on the map. It also supports simulated movement, so you can choose a starting point, set a destination, create a route, and adjust the speed to mimic walking.

After connecting your phone through Bluetooth, you can manage the location from your computer and explore a different virtual area without leaving home.

What iAnyGo Offers

• GPS Location Change: Move your phone's virtual location to a different place.

• Custom Coordinates: Search for a location or select an exact point on the map.

• Route Simulation: Create a route between your current location and another destination.

• Walking Speed: Adjust the simulated movement speed to match walking.

• Custom Routes: Choose different locations and create your own movement path.

• Bluetooth Connection: Connect your phone to your computer through Bluetooth.

How to Use iAnyGo to Change Your Location

• Download iAnyGo on your computer, install it, and open the program. Then connect your phone to the computer using Bluetooth and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.

  

• Select the location or coordinates where you want to start. Then choose the next location you want to move to and create a route between the two points. You can also select the movement mode and adjust the speed, such as walking, biking, or other available options.

  

• Click Start to Modify to begin. iAnyGo will change your phone's virtual location and simulate movement along the selected route at your chosen speed. Open Pikmin Bloom to check the updated location.

  

FAQ About Pikmin Bloom Not Counting Steps

1. Why doesn't Google Fit count my steps?

Google Fit may not count steps if activity tracking or permissions are turned off. Check your Google Fit settings and make sure it can track your activity.

2. Does Pikmin Bloom count steps when the app is closed?

Yes. Pikmin Bloom can count steps when the app is closed. Make sure step tracking and the required permissions are turned on.

3. How long does Pikmin Bloom take to update steps?

It may take a little time for your steps to appear. Wait a few minutes, then open Pikmin Bloom and check again.

4. Can Pikmin Bloom use Health Connect?

Yes. Pikmin Bloom can use Health Connect on supported Android phones. You need to allow it to access your step data.

5. Does Pikmin Bloom work on iPad?

Yes, Pikmin Bloom works on iPad. However, step tracking may be limited because iPads do not track steps like iPhones do.

6. Can Pikmin Bloom count steps from Apple Watch?

Yes. Pikmin Bloom can use steps recorded by your Apple Watch through Apple Health. Make sure Pikmin Bloom has permission to access your step data.

Conclusion

Pikmin Bloom makes every walk more fun, but missing steps can quickly become frustrating. When Pikmin Bloom is not counting steps, check your health permissions, activity tracking, battery settings, and step-tracking method. Try the fixes above and give the app a few minutes to update. You can also use iAnyGo to change your location and walk virtually without physically going outside. This can help you move around the map and complete steps while staying where you are.