Great news for all Pikmin fans! Despite launching over two years ago, Pikmin 4 is receiving a brand-new, completely free update from Nintendo. This exciting content drop introduces charming Decor Pikmin, dynamic changes to creature activity levels, and a much-anticipated photo mode, promising fresh ways to enjoy your adventures.
You might recognize the delightful Decor Pikmin from the Pikmin Bloom app. These adorable companions will now appear in Pikmin 4, sporting various decorative items found throughout the game world – so keep a keen eye out for them! Beyond these fashionable friends, a new Photo Mode allows you to capture stunning in-game moments with a dedicated field camera. Plus, tailor your gameplay experience with new creature activity levels: ‘Relaxed mode’ ensures creatures won’t attack unless provoked, while ‘Fierce mode’ dials up the challenge for those seeking more intense encounters. These options let you play at your own pace.
Now, let’s dive deeper into what this Pikmin 4 update brings:
**Decor Pikmin**
The much-loved Decor Pikmin, first introduced in the Pikmin Bloom smart-device app, are making their way to Pikmin 4! As their name suggests, these special Pikmin adorn themselves with quirky decorations found across the environment. Imagine seeing a Pikmin sporting a miniature wind-up toy, a tasty-looking doughnut, or even a cozy snow hat! What’s even cooler is that any Decor Pikmin you recruit in Pikmin 4 can also be transferred to your squad in Pikmin Bloom, including some exclusive new designs!
**Field Camera**
Unleash your inner photographer with the new Field Camera feature! This allows you to snap stylish photos of your character, your loyal Pikmin squad, and any captivating scenes you encounter. Get creative by adjusting camera angles, optionally hiding characters for a perfect landscape shot, and personalizing your pictures with a variety of filters, frames, and stamps. There’s even a hint that using this camera might be a secret to discovering more Decor Pikmin!
**New Creature Activity Levels**
Finally, tailor the challenge to your liking with the New Creature Activity Levels. If you prefer a more laid-back exploration, ‘Relaxed Mode’ ensures that creatures won’t initiate combat unless you strike first. For those craving a more intense and unpredictable adventure, ‘Fierce Mode’ ratchets up the aggression. These versatile modes can be chosen when you start a new game or adjusted anytime from the in-game settings, giving you complete control over your Pikmin journey.