Nintendo Teases New Pikmin Project With Animated Video
Nintendo has released a mysterious new teaser hinting at a brand-new Pikmin project for the upcoming Switch 2 console. Titled Close to You, the short animated video shows a baby chasing its pacifier, which is secretly carried away by invisible Pikmin. The heartwarming, piano-driven sequence perfectly blends innocence, nostalgia, and classic Nintendo charm.
The teaser first appeared on Nintendo’s Today App, confirming its Pikmin connection through subtle audio cues and hidden silhouettes. Fans immediately noticed the familiar orchestral tones and real-world scale interactions that define the series. As a result, many now believe Close to You could be either a Pikmin 4 expansion or a completely new game designed to showcase the Switch 2’s upgraded hardware.
From Subtle Hints to Big Hopes
While Nintendo hasn’t confirmed the title, longtime producer Takashi Tezuka previously hinted that fans wouldn’t wait long for another entry after Pikmin 4’s 2023 release. The previous game sold over 3 million copies, revitalizing the franchise with co-op mechanics, new puzzles, and the lovable rescue dog Otachi. Now, players hope Close to You signals the next creative step in Pikmin’s evolution.
Legacy of Exploration
Since 2001, the Pikmin series has combined real-time strategy and environmental storytelling, celebrating teamwork, scale, and charm. Each installment has introduced something new, Pikmin 2 expanded treasure hunts, Pikmin 3 used GamePad controls, and Pikmin 4 refined its mechanics further.
This emotional teaser suggests that Nintendo remains committed to cinematic storytelling and character-driven world-building. Whether it turns out to be a sequel, expansion, or spin-off, Close to You feels like the calm before another colorful adventure begins.
