Nintendo has finally lifted the curtain on the mysterious animated short “Close to You,” confirming that it is indeed related to the beloved Pikmin franchise. The revelation came after days of speculation among fans, who had been trying to decipher clues hidden within the video’s musical score and subtle visual details.
Pikmin revealed as the source of the nursery chaos
On 8 October, Nintendo released an updated version of the “Close to You” short, revealing the true culprits behind the playful commotion inside a child’s nursery. Instead of unseen forces shaking toys and blocks, the new version shows a group of red, yellow, and blue Pikmin scurrying around the room. The tiny plant-like creatures can be seen dragging items, rearranging blocks, and even tussling over the baby’s pacifier — all in their signature mischievous fashion.
When “Close to You” first appeared through Nintendo’s Nintendo Today app and later on social media, fans immediately recognised familiar musical themes from the Pikmin games. Some even claimed to spot faint outlines of Pikmin hidden in the background, fuelling theories that the short was secretly tied to the series. The new version confirms those suspicions, delighting longtime followers who were quick to call it correctly from the start.
A deeper look into Pikmin’s unseen world
The animated short also reinforces one of the long-standing ideas within the Pikmin universe — that Pikmin are invisible to the human eye. As the official Pikmin Bloom website states, these creatures typically go unseen by adults. Interestingly, the baby in the short appears to notice their presence, while the mother remains oblivious to the chaos unfolding around her. This playful detail adds a whimsical layer to the Pikmin lore, suggesting that perhaps only the young or pure-hearted can perceive the creatures’ world.
Despite the excitement surrounding the reveal, Nintendo has not provided any further details about the purpose of the short. The company has yet to confirm whether the two “Close to You” videos are teasing a new Pikmin project, a special edition of Pikmin 4 for a potential Nintendo Switch 2, or simply a standalone creative effort. The updated video concludes without any announcement or teaser, leaving fans curious about Nintendo’s next move.
Pikmin’s enduring legacy
With the Pikmin series approaching its 25th anniversary next year, “Close to You” might simply be a tribute to one of Nintendo’s most imaginative franchises. Over the years, the company has produced numerous animated shorts and comics exploring the whimsical adventures of Pikmin, often using them to celebrate milestones or engage fans in unexpected ways.
For now, the latest short serves as a charming reminder of the franchise’s enduring appeal and Nintendo’s talent for blending mystery with creativity. Whether it signals something bigger or not, fans are once again talking about Pikmin — and that may be exactly what Nintendo intended.
