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- For the upgrades leaders get throughout the games, see gear.
A software update (also known as an update) refers to changes made to an existing piece of software, after its release. This may include either updates downloaded via the internet, or updates printed onto game discs after a certain point. In the Pikmin series, only Pikmin 3, Pikmin 3 Deluxe, the Nintendo Switch versions of Pikmin 1 and Pikmin 2, Pikmin 4, and Pikmin Bloom have received downloadable updates after their release. Outside of the Pikmin franchise, titles with Pikmin content such as Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate have also received updates.
Software updates are typically meant to fix glitches, though some may also change gameplay or control elements, or add additional content.
In Pikmin and Pikmin 2
Due to the inability to modify the game after it has been printed to a physical disc, updates to these games are only available as new discs made after the initial release. A number, both physically etched on the inside and present within the game data, denotes which version of the game the disc contains. 0 represents the initial release, while 1, 2, or more represents the number of times the game has had a version update. These numbers are also commonly known as 1.00, 1.01, or 1.02 respectively.
An example of an update in Pikmin can be found in the Japanese release. Changes from previous copies include:
- Version 1.02 onward fixes the sunset cutscene softlock.
- The ability to go up the rim of the tree trunk in The Impact Site by walking onto it from the cardboard box was added in version 1.02.
- In version 1.01, If the player whistles several Pikmin together they counter would gradually increase. In version 1.02 however, the Pikmin counter for the Pikmin in the group will instantly jump from the old number to the final number. This error was fixed in all versions after 1.02.
Known game disc versions by region
Title | Japan | US | Europe | Korea |
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Pikmin | 1.01, 1.02 | 1.00, 1.01 | 1.00 | - |
Pikmin 2 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 | - |
New Play Control! Pikmin | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
New Play Control! Pikmin 2 | 1.01 | 1.00 | 1.00 | - |
In Pikmin 3
To do: Finding the size of each update would be grand. |
Pikmin 3's updates are downloaded off the internet, and each one upgrades the game to a new version. With the release of most of these updates, downloadable content was added to the eShop, and the first stage in a bundle is added to the game for free upon updating. When the player updates their game, all available updates are installed at once, and the game is set to the latest version right away.
Although it is possible to uninstall the updates from the console and return to the original 1.0.0 version, it is not possible to install a version between the first one and the latest one.
List of Pikmin 3 updates
Version 1.1.0
The first update to the game was released on July 25th, 2013, and is around 70MB in size.[1]
- This update adds SpotPass and Miiverse compatibility, as well as the ability to view world record scores for game completion.
Version 1.2.0
Released on October 1st, 2013.
- With the update, five new Collect treasure! stages are added to the game as downloadable content. These stages are remixes of previous Mission Mode stages. The stage Tropical Forest Remix is given free of charge upon updating, while the others must be purchased in a bundle from the Nintendo eShop, for $1.99 / €1.99 / £1.79:
- Additionally, a new online mode has been added, allowing players to view the world record scores for each stage, Solo or Co-Op.
Version 1.3.0
Released on November 6th, 2013.
- This update adds no new features, but gives for free the first out of five new Battle enemies! stages, added to the game as downloadable content. These stages are based off of certain parts of areas from Story Mode. The stage Tropical Wilds Remix is given free of charge upon updating, while the others can be purchased as a bundle on the eShop for $1.99 / €1.99 / £1.79:
Version 1.4.0
Released on December 2nd, 2013.
- This update provides for free one of the new five Collect treasure! stages and one of the new five Battle enemies! stages. The stage Fortress of Festivity is given free of charge in both modes, upon updating.
- These stages are brand new, and are themed on human-made environments, such as an abandoned construction site or a living room decorated for Christmas.
- Other stages function differently, with one stage being partially two-dimensional. One stage, however, is a re-skin of The Forest Navel, probably due to the fact that it is the only area not "remade" in Pikmin 2 – its name, Forgotten Cove, further accentuates this.
- Olimar and Louie are playable in certain stages. Olimar is available from the start, but Louie is usually trapped or being held by an enemy. By defeating the enemy and carrying Louie back to the SPERO, the player gains access to him.
- The following stages have been added, besides Fortress of Festivity. The entire pack costs $4.99 / €4.99 / £4.79 on the eShop:
- This update also changes the way leaders act when they fall into the abyss – they now receive damage (one third of their maximum health), and respawn differently, rendering some glitches impossible.
- These adjusted respawn points include the first bridge in the Garden of Hope, the electrical gate near the Dusk Pustules in the Garden of Hope, and leaders that fall off behind the paper bag near the Winged Onion in the Twilight River.
Version 2.0.0
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The final update to the game was released on May 29th, 2014.
- This update offers a new control mode involving the GamePad, using only the touchscreen and the left-side buttons and sticks. This mode works similar to the control scheme from Pikmin Adventure. When playing with the new Stylus mode, 3 buttons are added to the touchpad, used for deploying ultra-spicy spray, dismissing the squad or ordering them to charge, and accessing the KopPad's apps. To switch between leaders, the player must tap their icon. The whistle button is moved from to . Other controls remain the same.
- When the player starts the game for the first time after this update is installed, a message appears saying "GamePad control style has been set to [Stylus]". Players can switch back to the original controls via the menu.
- Because of this, a new button appears on the pause menu, to switch between Classic GamePad mode to Stylus mode, even if the player is not playing with the GamePad.
- When locked-on, two new lines of text appear, saying " / = Cancel Lock On" and / = Charge". When an explorer is under the Go Here function, if the player switches to them, a message will appear saying " / = Cancel Go Here". The background on the " / Skip Cutscene" label was now changed to black instead of transparent.
- Other improvements:
- The ability to speed up the fruit squeezing and drinking animations at the end of the day was added.
- A button to retry a mission at the Mission Mode results screen was added.
- Several major glitches were fixed.
- Finally, this version[source needed] also made it possible to perform the pluck cancel trick.
In Pikmin 3 Deluxe
Pikmin 3 Deluxe, being on the Nintendo Switch, can receive updates from the the home screen or the Nintendo eShop when connected to the internet. Nearly all of the content added from the Wii U version's updates is retained here, including its paid DLC. Exclusions to this include and Miiverse support, and Spotpass support is replaceed by Nintendo Switch Online. The stylus mode has also been removed, replaced by other control options. There have been 2 updates to the game so far.
List of Pikmin 3 Deluxe updates
Version 1.1.0
Released on November 24th, 2020.
- This update fixes 2 bugs. The first bug concerns collected fruits not being recorded under certain conditions. The second bug concerns badges reverting to the unacquired status under certain conditions.[2]
- In addition, there are reports of the gyro capabilities behaving differently after this update, including the cursor becoming stuck in the corner after most cutscenes, or the sensitivity being increased.[3][4]
Version 1.1.1
Released on June 21st, 2023.
- This update changes the software icon on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu to be more in line with the modern Pikmin series logo, as well as adjusting the framing of the artwork, in addition to a new glow effect and more solid colors.
- The demo has also received these changes.
In Pikmin 4
Pikmin 4, being on the Nintendo Switch, can receive updates from the Nintendo eShop when connected to the internet. The demo has also received the same updates.
List of Pikmin 4 updates
Version 1.0.1
Released before the game's release date on July 21st, 2023.
- Various issues have been addressed to improve the gameplay experience.
Version 1.0.2
Released on September 27th, 2023.[5]
- Bug fixes
- Fixed an issue where some treasures would disappear when the player rewound time.
- Fixed an issue where dialogue would fail to proceed when the player talked to castaways with side missions.
- Fixed an issue where all characters would disappear from the Rescue Command Post.
- Fixed an issue where the player would not have enough glow sap needed for treatment. (If the player doesn't have enough glow sap as a result of this bug, their stock will be replenished with that amount at the end of the day.)
- Fixed an issue where the player could significantly increase the number of Pikmin.
- Fixed an issue where the player's screen would remain dark after they skipped a cutscene.
- Fixed an issue where some treasures would stop being transportable. (If the treasure was already in a state where it couldn't be transported, it'll return to its original position after three in-game days. Then the player will be able to transport it.)
- Fixed other issues to improve the gameplay experience.
- Other changes
- A progress bar has been added to loading screens so players can see progress on loading times.
In Pikmin 1+2
Pikmin 1+2, being on the Nintendo Switch, can receive updates from the Nintendo eShop. Note that all digital copies purchased and downloaded after the update's release will have the updates pre-installed.
List of Pikmin 1 (Nintendo Switch) updates
Version 1.1.0
Released on September 21st, 2023.[6]
- The game can now be played in Dutch, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
- Emperor Bulblax's shadow is restored and now displays in all regions.
- Other improvements.
List of Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch) updates
Version 1.1.0
Released on September 21st, 2023.[7]
- The game can now be played in Dutch, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese.
- Fixed an bug in Challenge Mode where the game would crash when the player opened the radar screen when there is exactly ten seconds left.
- Other improvements.
In Pikmin Bloom
Pikmin Bloom receives updates much more often than a game a console game, through the App Store (on iOS) or the Google Play Store (on Android). The two operating systems originally had slightly different version histories due to their different requirements, but started releasing in tandem in 2022. As the game requires an internet connection to play, having the game on a recent version is necessary to play the game. The update descriptions below have some text copied from the official update logs, some text based on the official update logs, and some text describing changes not mentioned in the update logs.
List of Pikmin Bloom updates
- 2021
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33.1 |
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October 27th, 2021 | 33.2 |
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October 27th, 2021 | |
33.3 |
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October 27th, 2021 | 33.3 |
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October 27th, 2021 | |
33.4 |
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November 5th, 2021 | 33.4 |
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November 1st, 2021 | |
34.0 |
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November 19th, 2021 | 34.0 |
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November 9th, 2021 | |
34.1 |
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November 15th, 2021 | ||||
34.2 |
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November 15th, 2021 | ||||
34.3 |
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December 2nd, 2021 | ||||
34.4 |
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December 3rd, 2021 | ||||
36.0 |
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December 13th, 2021 | 36.0 |
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December 3rd, 2021 | |
36.1 |
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December 21st, 2021 | 36.1 |
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December 13th, 2021 |
- ^ a b Specifically in the screen after the player plucks a new Pikmin, and the screen after the step graphic during a daily lookback.
- 2022
Version | Changes | Date |
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37.0 |
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January 26th, 2022 |
38.0 |
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February 2nd, 2022 |
38.1 |
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February 7th, 2022 |
39.0 |
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February 18th, 2022 |
40.0 |
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March 4th, 2022 |
41.0 |
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March 22nd, 2022 |
41.1 |
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March 25th, 2022 |
42.0 |
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April 2nd, 2022 |
43.0 |
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April 14th, 2022 |
44.0 |
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April 27th, 2022 |
45.0 |
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May 19th, 2022 |
46.2 |
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June 9th, 2022 |
47.1 |
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June 17th, 2022 |
48.0 |
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July 4th, 2022 |
49.0 |
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July 12th, 2022 |
50.1 (iOS) 50.0 (Android) |
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July 30th, 2022 |
51.1 |
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August 10th, 2022 |
52.0 |
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August 25th, 2022 |
53.0 |
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September 6th, 2022 |
53.1 |
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September 16th, 2022 |
54.0 |
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September 21st, 2022 |
54.1 |
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September 29th, 2022 |
55.0 |
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October 13th, 2022 |
55.2 |
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October 17th, 2022 |
56.0 |
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October 20th, 2022 |
56.1 |
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October 26th, 2022 |
57.0 |
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November 7th, 2022 |
57.1 |
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November 9th, 2022 |
58.0 |
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November 17th, 2022 |
59.0 |
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December 6th, 2022 |
60.0 |
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December 15th, 2022 |
60.1 |
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December 20th, 2022 |
- 2023
Version | Changes | Date |
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61.0 |
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January 12th, 2023 |
62.1 |
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January 26th, 2023 |
63.0 (iOS) 63.1 (Android) |
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February 9th, 2023 |
63.2 |
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February 17th, 2023 |
64.0 |
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February 21st, 2023 |
65.0 |
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March 8th, 2023 |
66.0 |
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March 24th, 2023 |
67.0 (iOS) 67.1 (Android) |
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April 10th, 2023 |
68.0 |
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April 19th, 2023 |
68.1 |
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April 26th, 2023 |
69.0 |
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May 9th, 2023 |
70.0 |
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May 23rd, 2023 |
71.0 |
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June 15th, 2023 |
71.1 |
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June 16th, 2023 |
72.0 |
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June 22nd, 2023 |
73.0 |
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July 5th, 2023 |
74.0 |
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July 20th, 2023 |
75.0 |
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August 1st, 2023 |
76.0 |
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August 16th, 2023 |
77.0 |
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August 30th, 2023 |
77.1 |
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September 6th, 2023 |
78.0 (iOS) 78.1 (Android) |
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September 15th, 2023 |
79.0 |
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September 28th, 2023 |
80.0 |
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October 11th, 2023 |
81.0 |
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October 27th, 2023 |
82.0 |
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November 7th, 2023 |
82.1 |
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November 9th, 2023 |
83.0 |
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November 22nd, 2023 |
84.0 |
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December 7th, 2023 |
- 2024
Version | Changes | Date |
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85.0 |
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January 9th, 2024 |
86.0 |
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January 18th, 2024 |
86.1 |
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January 23rd, 2024 |
87.0 |
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January 30th, 2024 |
88.0 |
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February 14th, 2024 |
89.0 |
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February 29th, 2024 |
90.1 |
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March 3rd, 2024 |
91.0 |
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April 1st, 2024 |
91.1 (iOS only) |
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April 7th, 2024 |
92.0 |
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April 12th, 2024 |
93.0 |
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April 24th, 2024 |
95.0 |
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May 24th, 2024 |
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See also
References
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Pikmin Bloom articles | |
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Pikmin | Decor Pikmin • Friendship • Maturity • Seedling • Squad |
Items | Badge • Coin • Fruit • Nectar • Petal • Postcard |
Activities | Expedition • Flower planting • Party Walk • Weekly challenge |
Places | Big Flower • Mushroom • Special Spot |
Game mechanics | Detector • Event • Friend • Level • Lifelog • Mii • Planter Pack |
Miscellaneous | Shop • Soundtrack • User interface • Loading screen • Version history |
Website | Flower Personality Quiz • Master Quiz • Web store |