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At times, some information about a subject in the Pikmin series may be misinterpreted, leading to misconceptions. The following is a list of common misconceptions, rumors and myths about elements in the series, as well as their truths.
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Misconceptions
Gameplay
- In Pikmin 2, ultra-spicy spray does not increase the Pikmin's attack speed, only their movement speed and attack power.
- Some players initially assume that in order to obtain a pink flower in Pikmin 2's Challenge Mode, they must not let a single Pikmin die and collect all treasures. In reality, only the former is needed.
- For some time, it was believed that the secret Nintendo logo sounds in Pikmin could be chosen using the buttons on the controllers. This is false; the buttons play no role in how the game randomly decides which sound to pick.
- Olimar's monologue when he finds the Analog Computer includes the text "it's a little bit too vague, so it isn't very helpful."[1], leaving some players to believe that the ship part is actually not needed in order to escape PNF-404. Despite the misleading message, the ship part is mandatory.
- Because of how Pikmin 3's data files explain that Winged Pikmin are great in aerial combat[2], many fans interpreted this as meaning that Winged Pikmin cause more damage against airborne enemies. In reality, they cause the least amount of damage of all Pikmin types in this game (tying with White Pikmin). They are only recommended for aerial combat since their flight ability makes it possible for them to chase airborne creatures instead of having to be thrown precisely at them.
Aesthetic
- Due to its square shape, some fans believe that the Titan Dweevil's arena is based on the GameCube. When viewed from the top, however, it becomes clear that it is some sort of sink or shower base.
Misc.
- Fans that are new to the series might believe that Dwarf Red Bulborbs are the Red Bulborb's young. In fact, they are a different species, breadbugs, that mimic the larger grub-dogs.
Myths
300 days
At one point, a rumor was spread that the Pikmin 2 saved game data would be deleted or reset after day 300, a seemingly unreachable future. As a result, it was also believed for quite some time that the final day the Ujadani could spawn on was the 301st. Since then, quite a few players have played the game for over 300 days, without any adverse effects.
Blue Pikmin are more likely to be eaten
It was long theorized that Blue Pikmin in Pikmin 2 are more likely to be picked when an enemy lunges at the player's group. This was never proven to be true nor false.
References
- ^ "I've found my Analog Computer!
This computer conveys the kind of vague data that falls outside the range of ones and zeros. Actually, to be honest, it's a little bit too vague, so it isn't very helpful.
This strengthens the outward emotions of the Dolphin's computer. While it does make the computer smart, it also makes it quick to anger. It's just like my boss." – Olimar on the Analog Computer
- ^ “Winged Pikmin are aces in aerial combat.” – the data file "Winged Pikmin #4" in Pikmin 3