The Pikmin brand is one of the most original titles that Mario-creator Shigeru Miyamoto has cooked up for the GameCube to date, and this second game improves and expands on the real-time fun offered in the first. In Pikmin 2, Captain Olimar returns to the planet he was originally stranded on, to collect trinkets for his failing company to sell back at home. A new two-character play mechanic has been added, which allows players to switch between two spacemen while collecting items. Along with the new playable character, two new Pikmin types have been included-- large hulking purple Pikmin, and small and feisty white Pikmin. Two-player co-op challenge missions and a competitive mode are also available.
Pikmin 2
- August 20, 2004
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Insider Video Features: Pikmin 2
- August 12, 2004
Discover what is the most in-depth video preview around.
Commanding Pikmin
- June 30, 2004
We delve deeper into Pikmin 2 and return with new impressions and movies.
E3 2004: Pikmin 2 U.S.
- May 11, 2004
Our first look at the little critters in localized form.
Pikmin (For) 2
- May 3, 2004
Don't lose your marbles! Multiplayer mode impressions.
Meet the Pikmin
- April 30, 2004
We break down the different character classes in the game.
Pikmin 2
- April 29, 2004
Hands-on impressions of the final Japanese build. Plus new direct-feed movies!
GC 2003: Pikmin 2 Progress Report
- August 22, 2003
We check out the new two-player challenge mode.
E3 2003: Hands-on Pikmin 2
- May 14, 2003
Same great Pikmin flavor with all new modes and features. E3 details inside!
Game of the Month: August 2004
- August 31, 2004
Hordes of intelligent plant creatures carry away the honor this month.
Pikmin 2 Interview
- August 24, 2004
Could another Pikmin game be in the works? Why no full cooperative mode in Pikmin 2? These answers and more.
Games of Summer 2004: GameCube
- July 19, 2004
It's hot. It's beautiful. But who cares when there are so many great GameCube titles to keep you indoors and sweat-free?
GameCube Best of E3 2004 Awards
- May 21, 2004
Zelda, Resident Evil, Metroid Prime 2 -- wow! Click here to read up on our picks for the cream of the crop.
The Most Anticipated Games of 2004
- January 23, 2004
We give you 20 reasons to love your GameCube this year.
Fact or Fiction: The 10 Biggest Rumors on GameCube
- August 6, 2003
Will Metroid Prime 2 be delayed for the successor to GameCube? Will Factor 5 develop for Xbox? We address these rumors and more.
Co-Op Top 5
- July 7, 2003
Like to play with a friend? Here are the top picks!
FAQs: Game Help Q&A; 2004-Oct-22
- October 22, 2004
Questions answered!
Insider: Gaming Life UK
- October 19, 2004
An inside look at the upcoming games, the latest ads, and so much more.
Time to Pick Up Pikmin 2
- August 30, 2004
The long-awaited sequel finally hits stores.
US Pikmin 2 Commercial
- August 23, 2004
Download the crazy new spot and then read our interview with Nintendo about it.
Itagaki Says He'd Make a Better Pikmin
- August 19, 2004
Developer of Dead or Alive: Xtreme Beach Volleyball believes he could make Pikmin 3 better than Nintendo.
Pikmin 2 to Europe
- July 13, 2004
Set for an October 8 ship date, according to Nintendo.
Insider: Gaming Life in Japan
- May 26, 2004
The full report from overseas with charts, commercials, babes and more.
Pikmin 2 Commercial
- May 20, 2004
Cute, cuddly clay.
Insider: Gaming Life in Japan
- May 19, 2004
Nintendo's hot Japanese Samus Aran. Plus, the latest Japanese CMs.
E3 2004: Pikmin 2 Release Date
- May 11, 2004
Officially coming in late August.
Insider Video Features: Pikmin 2
- May 6, 2004
Five new, uncut flicks show off just how awesome this game is.
Insider: Gaming Life in Japan
- May 6, 2004
Print ads, game of the month, the retail scene and Miho-chan.
Pikmin 2
- May 5, 2004
New movies of the multiplayer battle and challenge modes.
Now Playing in Japan
- May 5, 2004
The latest releases from overseas.
Insider Video Features: Pikmin 2 High-Res Videos
- April 30, 2004
Meet the White Pikmin, carry some bugs, and explore lush environments -- all in glorious 640x480 QuickTime!
Insider: Gaming Life in Japan
- April 28, 2004
The latest commercials and more from Japan.
Pikmin 2 Trailer
- April 27, 2004
Pikmin learn the secret of life and death.
Pikmin 2
- April 26, 2004
New screens ripe for the picking.
Pikmin 2 Toys
- April 21, 2004
Coming soon in Japan.
Pikmin 2 Song Revealed
- April 15, 2004
Can Strawberry Flower make another social phenomenon.
Game Boy: Growing e-Cards
- March 29, 2004
Pikmin 2 will feature e-Reader support.
Pikmin 2
- March 29, 2004
Pikmin classes, e-Reader support, and screenshots.
Pikmin 2
- March 25, 2004
Revealing new gameplay footage.
Pikmin 2
- March 17, 2004
25-plus new high-res images.
Pikmin 2
- February 24, 2004
Japan's date dug up.
More Pikmin in Spring
- February 19, 2004
Japan gets the sequel in just a few months.
Pikmin 2 Invasion
- September 8, 2003
44 is the magic number of new screens dug up for you.
Pikmin 2 Delay Official
- September 4, 2003
Nintendo clarifies new release date.
Updated Look: Pikmin 2
- September 3, 2003
See new areas and enjoy a deeper look at the two-player cooperative mode. Brand new movies.
GC 2003: Nintendo Booth Report
- August 21, 2003
We came, we saw, and we played. New details inside.
Pikmin 2 Box Art
- August 1, 2003
Two words: high-resolution.
Insider: Nintendo: E3 2003 Booth Report
- May 14, 2003
Basically, it's one big Mario Kart LAN party. Count us in.
Insider Video Features: Pikmin 2 (E3 2003)
- May 13, 2003
High-Res: The littler critters in 640x480.
E3 2003: Pikmin 2 Video
- May 13, 2003
Cute and cuddly.
E3 2003: Pikmin 2 Shots
- May 13, 2003
Gorgeous screens. Must see.
First Look: Pikmin 2
- April 23, 2003
Get set for two player play and more.
Pikmin Stars
- April 23, 2003
See the two main heroes in action in this high-res character art.
Pikmin 2, Kirby's Air Ride Screens
- February 25, 2003
Get ready to be overloaded by cute.
Pikmin 2
- February 25, 2003
Get a closer look at Olimar's new friend in these high-res screens.
Pikmin 2 and Kirby's Air Ride Shown
- February 21, 2003
European press catch a glimpse of the two projects.
Nintendo Solidifies Japanese Lineup
- December 24, 2002
Mario Kart, Pikmin 2 and Animal Forest 2 mentioned.
Nintendo Talks Pikmin 2 and Mario 128
- December 10, 2002
Both games confirmed to be in development.
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