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{{clean|Remove the opening paragraph's direction to the unused content article and instead, on this article, give brief mentions of the unused content that hints to cut enemies, areas, etc. (i.e. exclude obvious debugging content).}} | {{clean|Remove the opening paragraph's direction to the unused content article and instead, on this article, give brief mentions of the unused content that hints to cut enemies, areas, etc. (i.e. exclude obvious debugging content).}} | ||
{{todo|Document [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v{{=}}gK0tqxyYlXk&t{{=}}6341s this video] that has uncommented gameplay from E3 2001.}} | {{todo|Document [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v{{=}}gK0tqxyYlXk&t{{=}}6341s this video] ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v{{=}}dfO683ScmVs mirror]) that has uncommented gameplay from E3 2001. Also [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v{{=}}w_Qk8388OhU this].}} | ||
Some information about '''[[Prerelease information|prerelease content]] in ''[[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin]]''''' exists, in the form of trailers and gameplay footage. This content differs from what can be found in the final game. The videos, screenshots, etc. shown here are about development versions, and although their exact labels are not known, fans commonly call them "beta", "alpha", "pre-alpha", or "prerelease" versions. | Some information about '''[[Prerelease information|prerelease content]] in ''[[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin]]''''' exists, in the form of trailers and gameplay footage. This content differs from what can be found in the final game. The videos, screenshots, etc. shown here are about development versions, and although their exact labels are not known, fans commonly call them "beta", "alpha", "pre-alpha", or "prerelease" versions. | ||
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The following is different from the final version: | The following is different from the final version: | ||
*Gameplay happens in several [[area]]s that are not present in the final game, or are unused in the final, like [[tuto2]] and [[map_06]] in the final. What appears to be three deleted areas are shown; one area is cave-like and has a large ramp with a drop-off to the left, one area is plain and has many plants and [[Dwarf | *Gameplay happens in several [[area]]s that are not present in the final game, or are unused in the final, like [[tuto2]] and [[map_06]] in the final. What appears to be three deleted areas are shown; one area is cave-like and has a large ramp with a drop-off to the left, one area is plain and has many plants and [[Dwarf Bulborb]]s, and the final area shown is dark and plateau-like, and has a giant flat stump where a [[Beady Long Legs]] is seen. | ||
*There are several aesthetic changes. Notably, [[tuto2]] looks more rocky and foggier. | *There are several aesthetic changes. Notably, [[tuto2]] looks more rocky and foggier. | ||
*There is opaque water with a different texture in clips of [[map_06]]. This water is not present in the unused model of map_06 in the final game. | *There is opaque water with a different texture in clips of [[map_06]]. This water is not present in the unused model of map_06 in the final game. | ||
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*Idle Pikmin all change to white. | *Idle Pikmin all change to white. | ||
*Pikmin can be set on a straight line. They seem to be idle in this state, but they aren't pale or white. Additionally, they shake their leaves heavily. | *Pikmin can be set on a straight line. They seem to be idle in this state, but they aren't pale or white. Additionally, they shake their leaves heavily. | ||
*A [[Yellow | *A [[Yellow Wollyhop]] that is falling over after being defeated can be seen squishing Pikmin when collapsing. When this happens, the Pikmin counter vibrates a bit. It's either a glitch, or a notable way to tell Pikmin are dying. | ||
*Killed Yellow | *Killed Yellow Wollyhops disappear and drop pellets. | ||
**Yellow | **Yellow Wollyhops look simpler and Dwarf Red Bulborbs have more spots. | ||
*Pellet Posies are taller, have (presumably harmless) spikes on the side, and their flowers are different. | *Pellet Posies are taller, have (presumably harmless) spikes on the side, and their flowers are different. | ||
*Pellets have a much more concave surface that curves inwards on the top and bottom. | *Pellets have a much more concave surface that curves inwards on the top and bottom. | ||
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===Trailer 2=== | ===Trailer 2=== | ||
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A second trailer has eventually been released. It shows a lot less changes from the final version, but it still has some. | A second trailer has eventually been released. It shows a lot less changes from the final version, but it still has some. | ||
:[ | :[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgl2gPQ0PkM View trailer] | ||
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= | :[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwKvkGLAB74 Alternative footage], with crisper sound but worse video | ||
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqEbQ5FfUu4 Alternative footage], without music | |||
The following changes from the final version can be spotted: | The following changes from the final version can be spotted: | ||
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*At times, a wobbly sound can be heard when controlling a group of Pikmin. | *At times, a wobbly sound can be heard when controlling a group of Pikmin. | ||
*Metallic banging sounds can be heard when knocking on stone gates and bridges; both sounds are different. | *Metallic banging sounds can be heard when knocking on stone gates and bridges; both sounds are different. | ||
*The [[Yellow | *The [[Yellow Wollyhop]]'s jump has a more cartoony sound effect. | ||
{{clear}} | {{clear}} | ||
===Trailer 3=== | ===Trailer 3=== | ||
{{#widget:YouTube|id= | {{#widget:YouTube|id=B5QpTRkE2Zk|width=350|right}} | ||
A third trailer has also been released. The game in this state looks quite close to the final version. | A third trailer has also been released. It is present as a bonus option in [[mario:Luigi's Mansion|''Luigi's Mansion'']], and a Japanese version can be found in the Pikmin Jitsuen-You Demo Disc. The game in this state looks quite close to the final version. | ||
:[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v= | :[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCCQYj1S70 Alternative link] | ||
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wA0AsqSI41A Japanese version] | |||
The following differences from the final version can be seen: | The following differences from the final version can be seen: | ||
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*Pikmin can be seen climbing a really long vertical pole on [[The Distant Spring]]. | *Pikmin can be seen climbing a really long vertical pole on [[The Distant Spring]]. | ||
*An unbuilt [[bridge]] can be seen right in front of the cliff leading to the [[Armored Cannon Beetle]] in [[The Forest of Hope]]. | *An unbuilt [[bridge]] can be seen right in front of the cliff leading to the [[Armored Cannon Beetle]] in [[The Forest of Hope]]. | ||
*An Ionium Jet, probably the [[Number 2 Ionium Jet|#2 Ionium Jet]] seems to be near the [[Yellow | *An Ionium Jet, probably the [[Number 2 Ionium Jet|#2 Ionium Jet]] seems to be near the [[Yellow Wollyhop]]s in the lake part of [[The Distant Spring]]. As it is unlikely that the Pikmin would pass by there, this hints towards a different ship part location. | ||
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*The [[camera]] tries to focus on the center-point between [[Olimar]] and the group of Pikmin he's commanding. This does not happen in the final game, where the camera is always locked on Olimar, but something similar happens in ''[[Pikmin 2]]'', albeit to a less extreme degree. | *The [[camera]] tries to focus on the center-point between [[Olimar]] and the group of Pikmin he's commanding. This does not happen in the final game, where the camera is always locked on Olimar, but something similar happens in ''[[Pikmin 2]]'', albeit to a less extreme degree. | ||
*On the [[Menu#Onion|Onion menu]], the plural of "Pikmin" is "pikmins". Not only is it in lowercase, but it also has an "s" at the end. Both of these elements are incorrect, as the correct canonical way of typing the plural is "Pikmin", the same as singular. | *On the [[Menu#Onion|Onion menu]], the plural of "Pikmin" is "pikmins". Not only is it in lowercase, but it also has an "s" at the end. Both of these elements are incorrect, as the correct canonical way of typing the plural is "Pikmin", the same as singular. | ||
*[[ | *[[Bulborb|Spotty Bulborb]]s are a bit weaker than they are in the final game. | ||
*[[Soul]]s also leave some white particles, like dust. | *[[Soul]]s also leave some white particles, like dust. | ||
*When enemies die, some bland firework-like particles come out, and a huge donut-shaped cloud of dust appears. | *When enemies die, some bland firework-like particles come out, and a huge donut-shaped cloud of dust appears. | ||
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==Early gameplay== | ==Early gameplay== | ||
=== Japanese ''Pikmin'' website gameplay === | === Japanese ''Pikmin'' website gameplay === | ||
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This video is from [https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ngc/gpij/ the Japanese ''Pikmin'' website] and could be downloaded in two formats: one for a higher quality version of the video and a lower quality version. | This video is from [https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ngc/gpij/ the Japanese ''Pikmin'' website] and could be downloaded in two formats: one for a higher quality version of the video and a lower quality version. | ||
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The following differences can be noted: | The following differences can be noted: | ||
*An early HUD seen in some gameplay videos, trailers, and screenshots is used. | *An early HUD seen in some gameplay videos, trailers, and screenshots is used. | ||
*This video was taken at the same time that the [[enemy reel]] was created, considering the location of the [[ | *This video was taken at the same time that the [[enemy reel]] was created, considering the location of the [[Bulborb|Spotty Bulborb]]s and the [[Lapis Lazuli Candypop Bud]], as well as the slightly different terrain in [[The Distant Spring]]. | ||
*It is always day 4 in almost all clips, except for the last clip, where it is instead day 7. | *It is always day 4 in almost all clips, except for the last clip, where it is instead day 7. | ||
*The [[Gravity Jumper]] is present instead of the [[Eternal Fuel Dynamo]]. | *The [[Gravity Jumper]] is present instead of the [[Eternal Fuel Dynamo]]. | ||
*Like in the [[#Trailer 3|third trailer]], [[Yellow Pikmin]] and [[Blue Pikmin]] are unlocked before the second bramble gate is even broken down. | *Like in the [[#Trailer 3|third trailer]], [[Yellow Pikmin]] and [[Blue Pikmin]] are unlocked before the second bramble gate is even broken down. | ||
*The [[Bulborb|Spotty Bulborb]] emits two souls after dying, presumably due to a glitch. | *The [[Bulborb|Spotty Bulborb]] emits two souls after dying, presumably due to a glitch. | ||
*There are [[Yellow | *There are [[Yellow Wollyhop]]s in [[The Forest Navel]]. | ||
*Pikmin sometimes shake violently while [[carrying]] an object, presumably a glitch. The camera seems to zoom in to take note of this. | *Pikmin sometimes shake violently while [[carrying]] an object, presumably a glitch. The camera seems to zoom in to take note of this. | ||
*Some drowning Red Pikmin jump out of the [[water]] on their own, after a long delay. | *Some drowning Red Pikmin jump out of the [[water]] on their own, after a long delay. | ||
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=== IGN ''Pikmin'' GameCube gameplay video === | === IGN ''Pikmin'' GameCube gameplay video === | ||
{{#widget:YouTube|id=7gz6fUhxx0w|width=350}} | {{#widget:YouTube|id=7gz6fUhxx0w|width=350|right}} | ||
This forty second video posted by IGN does not show much, but differences are present. | This forty second video posted by IGN does not show much, but differences are present. | ||
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P1 Prerelease Burrowing Snagret Screenshot.png|An early enemy resembling the Burrowing Snagret. | P1 Prerelease Burrowing Snagret Screenshot.png|An early enemy resembling the Burrowing Snagret. | ||
Nintendo Power 145.jpg|Page from Nintendo Power #145, showing some early screenshots. | Nintendo Power 145.jpg|Page from Nintendo Power #145, showing some early screenshots. | ||
Pikmin 1 bookmark scan. | Pikmin 1 bookmark scan a.jpg|Promotional bookmark. Uses common prerelease screenshots and official artwork. | ||
Pikmin 1 bookmark scan b.jpg|Another promotional bookmark. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||