Nintendo has released a new Pikmin 4 trailer which serves as an introduction to the plant-like creatures.
The upcoming game sees players taking control of a new, customisable character and embarking on a mission to rescue Captain Olimar and the Rescue Corps sent to find him, all of whom have crash-landed on an alien planet.
To do so they’ll need the help of the Pikmin, an obedient, plant-like race which loves nothing more than lifting heavy objects and fighting giant monsters for alien visitors.
The trailer above highlights some of the unique traits different Pikmin types have, including the strong and fire-resistant red ones, and the electric abilities possessed by the yellow ones.
During a recent hands-on with the game, we were also introduced to an ice type Pikmin that can freeze water and enemies.
Nintendo released a Pikmin 4 demo on the Nintendo eShop last week, alongside an extensive overview trailer for the game, which will be released on July 21.
The 7-minute video sets the scene for the Switch sequel and details, among other things, its ‘Dandori Battles’ – competitive challenges against AI or another player to see who can most efficiently use their Pikmin to collect valuable items.
It also showcases Pikmin 4’s RPG-type features and its new night-time challenges, which play out similarly to tower defence games.
