Pikmin 2

Game Overview

Pikmin 2 continues the microscopic adventure of Captain Olimar on the planet first explored in the original game. With Hocotate Freight facing bankruptcy, Olimar and his new partner Louie must gather as many treasures as possible—everyday human objects that hold high value to the company. Players can switch between controlling Olimar and Louie, allowing them to manage two groups of Pikmin simultaneously. In addition to the returning Red, Yellow, and Blue Pikmin, two new types appear: Purple Pikmin, which are heavy and strong in combat, and White Pikmin, which are immune to poison and can dig up buried items. A major new feature is the underground cave system, where time does not pass and players must rely only on the Pikmin they bring with them. The game also includes a Challenge Mode and a two-player Battle Mode. Unlike the first game, there is no overall day limit, giving players more freedom to explore.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: Nintendo GameCube
  
• Genre: Real-Time Strategy / Puzzle
  
• Developer: Nintendo EAD
  
• Publisher: Nintendo
  
• Directors: Shigefumi Hino, Masamichi Abe
  
• Producers: Shigeru Miyamoto, Takashi Tezuka
  
• Composers: Hajime Wakai, Kazumi Totaka
  
• Release Dates: Japan – April 29, 2004; North America – August 30, 2004; Europe – October 8, 2004; Australia – November 4, 2004
  
• Players: 1 (Story Mode); 1–2 (Challenge Mode and Battle Mode)
  
• Rating: ESRB E (Everyone) – Comic Mischief, Mild Violence; PEGI 3
  
• Media: GameCube Optical Disc
  
• Japanese Title: Pikmin 2 (ピクミン2)

Key Features

• Dual-leader system allowing control of both Olimar and Louie
  
• Five types of Pikmin, including the new Purple and White varieties
  
• Underground caves where time does not pass and Onions cannot follow
  
• Over 200 treasures to collect across surface areas and caves
  
• No overall day limit for the main story
  
• Challenge Mode with timed underground missions
  
• Two-player Battle Mode
  
• New hazards including electricity and poison
  

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

What are Purple and White Pikmin?

Purple Pikmin are heavier and stronger in combat and can carry ten times the weight of normal Pikmin. White Pikmin are resistant to poison, move quickly, and can dig up buried treasures. Both are obtained by throwing other Pikmin into special Candypop Buds found in caves.

How do caves work?

Caves are multi-level underground areas. Time does not pass while inside them, and players can only use the Pikmin they bring down. Onions cannot enter caves, so new Pikmin must be obtained through Candypop Buds or defeated enemies that produce seeds.

Is there a time limit?

Unlike the first Pikmin, there is no overall day limit for the main story. Each surface day still ends at sunset, but players can take as many days as they need. Time does not advance inside caves.

Can two people play together?

Yes. The game includes a two-player Battle Mode where each player controls a different group of Pikmin. Challenge Mode also supports two players.

What is the goal of the game?

Players must collect treasures to pay off Hocotate Freight’s debt. The story progresses as the debt is reduced, with additional areas and caves unlocking along the way.

How many Pikmin types are there?

There are five: Red (fire-resistant), Yellow (can carry bomb-rocks and be thrown higher), Blue (can swim), Purple (strong and heavy), and White (poison-resistant and can dig).

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