Pikmin 4 Updates (Decor Pikmin)
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On November 11, 2025, Nintendo published that a free update for Pikmin 4 was available, adding content for new and returning players.
Headline features (Nintendo)
Decor Pikmin
Outfit-wearing Pikmin inspired by Pikmin Bloom. Gather them in Pikmin 4 and optionally transfer discoveries to the Bloom app (same Nintendo Account; internet/smart device required; Bloom has its own free-to-start terms).
Field Camera
Snap photos of your explorer, squad, and scenes; decorate with filters, frames, and stamps. Nintendo hints the camera is key to adding Decor Pikmin. Patch notes reported elsewhere state the camera appears on the morning of day 2 (or next morning at the Command Post for older saves).
Creature Activity Levels
- Relaxed — creatures won’t attack unless you attack them
- Normal — default
- Fierce — higher challenge
Change anytime via Settings in Options (Minus Button).
How to update
Nintendo: highlight the game on the HOME Menu → + Button → Software Update (internet required).
Looking ahead
- 2026-11-02 — Switch 2 Edition demo live: free Download demo on the eShop Switch 2 Edition page. Details in the Demo guide.
- Separate from this free patch, the Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy (November 12, 2026) adds paid upgrade features. See Switch 2 Edition.
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FAQ
What did the November 2025 free update add?
Nintendo: Decor Pikmin, a Field Camera with filters/frames/stamps, and new Creature Activity Levels — Relaxed, Normal, and Fierce — changeable in settings.
What is Relaxed mode?
Nintendo: creatures won’t attack unless you attack them. Fierce raises the challenge. You can select a level when starting or change it later in settings.
How do I get Decor Pikmin?
Nintendo: after rescuing Rescue Corps Ranger Dingo, use the Field Camera to photograph Decor Pikmin so they can join your squad; full-game data can transfer to Pikmin Bloom with a matching Nintendo Account.