A free update for Pikmin 4 is here

Gather ‘round, explorers—the Rescue Corps is calling! A free update for the Pikmin™ 4 game is out now. This update adds content for both new and returning players to explore: snazzy Pikmin for your squad called Decor Pikmin, an in-game camera for snapping pics, and two new options to customize the challenge of your expedition.

Let’s learn a bit more, shall we?

• Decor Pikmin: Originally seen in the Pikmin Bloom* smart-device app, these curious Pikmin are marching their way to Pikmin 4. Decor Pikmin (as the name implies) are Pikmin that don things found in the world as decorations–you may see them wearing something like a wind-up toy, a doughnut, a snow hat, and much more. Decor Pikmin you gather in the new Pikmin 4 update can also be transferred to your squad in Pikmin Bloom, including some that are completely new!

• Field Camera: Take stylish photos of your character, your squad, and whatever else you like with the Field Camera. Set the scene with various angles, hide characters, and decorate your pics with filters, frames, and stamps. The camera may even be the key to adding Decor Pikmin to your crew.

• New Creature Activity Levels: Move at your own pace and enjoy the new Relaxed mode, where creatures won’t attack unless you attack them, or kick things up a notch in the fiery Fierce mode. These modes can be selected when starting a new game or changed at any point during the game by going to the settings.

We hope you enjoy the new content! Your game may have updated already, but you can also check for it yourself. Just highlight the game icon from the HOME Menu, press the + Button, and then select Software Update (internet connection required).

About Pikmin 4

Raise a crop of plantlike Pikmin and guide them on an endearing expedition!

Meet Pikmin, small, plantlike creatures you can grow, pluck, guide, and send into battle with enemies multiple times their size! These loyal, curious helpers come in different types, including Rock Pikmin, Ice Pikmin, and even fire-resistant Red Pikmin. The fate of your Pikmin is yours to decide—will you carefully avoid danger or rush into situations despite potential…losses?

If you don’t have the game yet, you can either buy it or play the updated, free demo at the link below.