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* By default, stages in [[2-Player Battle]] generate using the unbalanced [[2-Player Battle#Stage generation and layouts|random generation mode]] instead of picking from the preset layouts available.
* By default, stages in [[2-Player Battle]] generate using the unbalanced [[2-Player Battle#Stage generation and layouts|random generation mode]] instead of picking from the preset layouts available.
* The [[Man-at-Legs]] is no longer invincible while getting up, unlike in {{npcp2}}.
* The [[Man-at-Legs]] is no longer invincible while getting up, unlike in {{npcp2}}.
* As is system standard, if not enough controllers are connected when attempting to play [[2-Player Battle|2-player battle]], a prompt to connect controllers appear.


=== Graphics ===
=== Graphics ===
* The [[mistake#Pikmin 2|white space]] inside the President's hair curl in the debt repayment cutscene has been removed.
* The [[mistake#Pikmin 2|white space]] inside the President's hair curl in the [[Cutscene#Debt Repayment Cinema|Debt Repayment Cinema]] has been removed.
* Much of the [[Treasure#Brands|product placement]] in the original game has been removed and replaced with fictional/other brands, likely due to Nintendo losing the legal rights to use the branding seen on the treasures. This includes treasures in the [[Mystical Energy Series]], [[Massive Receptacle Series]], [[Survival Series]], [[Ancient Ad Series]], and [[Odd Logo Series]].{{cite web|https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/pikmin-2-switch/|Pikmin™ 2 for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site|Nintendo.com}}
* Much of the [[Treasure#Brands|product placement]] in the original game has been removed and replaced with fictional/other brands, likely due to Nintendo losing the legal rights to use the branding seen on the treasures. This includes treasures in the [[Mystical Energy Series]], [[Massive Receptacle Series]], [[Survival Series]], [[Ancient Ad Series]], and [[Odd Logo Series]].{{cite web|https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/pikmin-2-switch/|Pikmin™ 2 for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site|Nintendo.com}}
* The text for cave loading screens is much more opaque, and cream-colored.
* The text for cave loading screens is much more opaque, and cream-colored.
* All instances of the word "Louie" that were colored blue have been recolored to a light yellow.
* All instances of the word "Louie" that were colored blue have been recolored to a light yellow, matching the color.
* Many [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 2)|Piklopedia]] icons have been replaced with artwork instead of in game renders.
* Many [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 2)|Piklopedia]] icons have been replaced with artwork instead of in game renders.
* The backgrounds on [[Louie]] and [[The President]]'s health icons now match their head shapes rather than re-using Olimar's background.
* The backgrounds on [[Louie]] and [[The President]]'s health icons now match their head shapes rather than re-using Olimar's background.

Revision as of 20:55, November 27, 2023

Pikmin 2
Square key art for Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch).
Pikmin 2
Japanese name ピクミン2?
Rating ESRB rating: E 10+
Console Nintendo Switch
Developer Nintendo European Research & Development
Publisher Nintendo
Genre Real-time strategy
Players Single-player (story mode)
1 or 2 players (Challenge Mode and 2-Player Battle)
2 players (2-Player Battle)
Release date
Japan June 22nd, 2023
North America June 21st, 2023
Europe June 21st, 2023
Australia June 21st, 2023
South Korea September 22nd, 2023[1]
Related games
Re-release of Pikmin 2

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The leaf texture used in Pikmin 2's Challenge Mode menu. (Used on Pikipedia in the {{stub}} template.)

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Pikmin 2 is a port of the original Pikmin 2 to the Nintendo Switch. It was revealed during a Nintendo Direct presentation on June 21st, 2023, alongside a port of Pikmin. Both were released on the eShop immediately after the presentation concluded. This port is based on New Play Control! Pikmin 2.

A bundle of this game and the Pikmin Switch port was also released as Pikmin 1+2. This bundle received a physical release in North America, Europe, and Japan on September 22nd, 2023.

Changes

The leaf texture used in Pikmin 2's Challenge Mode menu. (Used on Pikipedia in the {{stub}} template.)

This section is a stub. You can help Pikipedia by expanding it.

In general, the game has no regional differences unlike the previous releases, and is instead based on the US version. This port is also built off of the US version of New Play Control! Pikmin 2, meaning that unless stated otherwise, all changes from that version also apply to this game. On top of those and the changes common to both this game and Pikmin 1 (Nintendo Switch), which are listed here, the following additional changes exist.

Gameplay

Graphics

  • The white space inside the President's hair curl in the Debt Repayment Cinema has been removed.
  • Much of the product placement in the original game has been removed and replaced with fictional/other brands, likely due to Nintendo losing the legal rights to use the branding seen on the treasures. This includes treasures in the Mystical Energy Series, Massive Receptacle Series, Survival Series, Ancient Ad Series, and Odd Logo Series.[2]
  • The text for cave loading screens is much more opaque, and cream-colored.
  • All instances of the word "Louie" that were colored blue have been recolored to a light yellow, matching the color.
  • Many Piklopedia icons have been replaced with artwork instead of in game renders.
  • The backgrounds on Louie and The President's health icons now match their head shapes rather than re-using Olimar's background.
  • The text on the Challenge Mode loading screen is a little whiter and more opaque. The sublevel number has a greenish-yellow shadow.

Text

  • Various pieces of text have been changed. (e.g.: cutscene text, mail, Olimar's notes, etc.)
    • Mail overall has been changed to be more polite, one example being removing the mention of Bulbie not getting fed.
    • Spam mail has been changed to remove links to promotional sites.
  • Various treasures and series were renamed, along with some of their descriptions.
    • The Husband's Tears Series was renamed to the Expensive Sentiments Series, and its corresponding completion announcement was completely rewritten.
    • The Space Love Series was renamed to the Celestial Vibes Series, and its corresponding completion announcement was completely rewritten.
    • The Gemstar Wife was renamed to the Red Gemstar.
    • The Gemstar Husband was renamed to the Green Gemstar.
    • The Gherkin Gate was renamed to the Flavor Gate.
    • Part of Olimar's notes on the Love Nugget were rewritten.
  • Various enemies were renamed, or received other changes.

Audio

Other

List of treasures with different appearances

The following article or section is in need of assistance from someone who plays the Nintendo Switch version of Pikmin 2.
Particularly: Document all the treasures that appear differently in this game to the original Pikmin 2.

Other information

  • Game size: 1.04 GB.
  • Supported play modes: TV (1 or 2 players), tabletop (1 or 2 players), and handheld (1 player).
  • Supported controllers: two Joy-Cons, and Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.
  • Supports cloud save data.

History

The leaf texture used in Pikmin 2's Challenge Mode menu. (Used on Pikipedia in the {{stub}} template.)

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Updates

See: Update#List of Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch) updates

Trivia

  • The key art is likely inspired by the Japanese box art for the original GameCube game.

Gallery

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese ピクミン2?
Pikumin 2
Pikmin 2
Flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Chinese
(traditional)
皮克敏2
Píkèmǐn 2
Pikmin 2 Name taken from Nintendo's official website.
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Pikmin 2 - Name taken from Nintendo's official website.
Flag of France French Pikmin 2 -
Flag of Germany German Pikmin 2 -
Flag of Italy Italian Pikmin 2 -
Flag of South Korea Korean 피크민 2
pikeumin 2
Pikmin 2
Flag of Brazil Portuguese Pikmin 2 - Name taken from Nintendo's official website.
Flag of Spain Spanish Pikmin 2 -

See also

References