Meet Pikmin: small, plantlike creatures with distinct abilities that you can grow, pluck, guide, and overpower enemies with! Use your Pikmin’s miniature might (and a bit of strategy) to explore this mysterious planet in search of your crew—and treasure. With the Pikmin and a powerful pup at your side, no challenge is too big! Features Lead your loyal and curious squadTo succeed, you’ll have to balance caring for the Pikmin with leading them into dangerous situations. Do your best out there! 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 Corps 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. Who’s a good Oatchi? Oh, yes you are!Resident 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!