Model: HACPAMPYA
Guide pintsized creatures in a grand mission on a strange planet! Meet Pikmin, small, plantlike creatures you can grow, pluck, command, and overpower your enemies with! These curious helpers come in different types—fire is no sweat for Red Pikmin and the brand-new Ice Pikmin can freeze enemies and the environment.
You get a dog, too! Oatchi (pronounced oat-chee), resident good boy and dependable partner, can help with things like smashing obstacles and carrying Pikmin throughout your adventure. With the miniscule Pikmin and a capable canine in tow, no challenge is too big!
ESRB: Everyone 10+ (Comic Mischief, Fantasy Violence)
GrowPikmin grow from pellets and wildlife that you can bring to your ship. Pluck them from the ground to have them join you. Go team!
GuideLead your squad through vast explorable areas to find treasures, discover new paths, and battle enemies of all sizes. You can also direct the Pikmin to collect and carry resources that are helpful for your mission. Up to three Pikmin types can be with you in the field at a time—the rest will hang back until you need them.
GatherWhen their task is done, the Pikmin will wait in place for you. Get close and blow your whistle to summon them to your side! This handy action can also help you protect the Pikmin from danger, do a headcount, or simply bring them with you to your next task.
The Rescue Crops Needs You!Customize your own explorer and lead the charge each day to find your crew and fix the Rescue Corps ship, the S.S. Shepherd.Track Down Your Crew - And OthersFind and rescue your Rescue Corps crew and other castaways who find themselves in a bind.Explore CavesStrategize your way through multiple floors of puzzles and critters. Time seems to work differently when you’re exploring caves, so there’s no need to rush.Collect ResourcesTreasures are a great source of Sparklium, the mysterious element that powers the S.S. Shepherd. You can also collect raw materials that are handy for construction in the field, or build new equipment to make exploring more manageable!Rescue Command PostTake your time to prepare for the day’s excursion! You can chat with Rescue Corps members and castaways, accept side missions, and build new equipment to assist you on your expedition. You can also choose to go on Night Expeditions from here.OatchiResident good boy and dependable partner Oatchi can help get the job done throughout your adventure. You can even train this Rescue Pup to become more helpful!Giddyup: Your explorer and Pikmin can hop on Oatchi’s back for a ride. Plus, Oatchi can jump!Clear obstacles: This pup is more than happy to create a path forward by digging and smashing through parts of the environment.Divide and conquer: If you need to split up, you can give orders to Oatchi to take care of business elsewhere.Rewind and RetrySomething go sideways? No worries! Give yourself a do-over with the new Rewind Time feature and try a different approach.Bring Your Ship To YouThere are multiple landing spots for your personal ship, the S.S. Beagle, in each of the expansive areas you can explore. Once you find a spot, you can freely land there. Helpful for cutting down time going to and from your ship!Stay Safe At NightWhen alone, Pikmin are easy prey at night. Keep them safe by returning them to your ship before it gets dark. If you can’t make it back in time, simply whistle the Pikmin in the field to your side—if they’re with you, they’re protected!Dandori Challenges“Dandori” is a practice centered around planning things out in advance and working efficiently. (You can even put good
dandori to work for you in your daily life). In your expedition, you’ll come across Dandori Battles and Challenges. Use your time wisely and efficiently to collect the most items before time runs out!
Bring A FriendTwo players on the same system can work together or battle it out (additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Sold separately).