Nintendo Clarifies Mystery Surrounding Recent Pikmin Teasers

Our favorite Goodies

Nintendo Confirms Unconnected Origins of New Animated “Close To You” Shorts from Nintendo Pictures Co., Ltd. (No New Pikmin Project Yet)

Nintendo has clarified the purpose of its recent animated shorts, titled “Close To You,” which debuted earlier this week. The shorts, featuring a child chasing a floating pacifier and a version with tiny Pikmin, had sparked speculation among viewers about a potential new game, movie, or series. However, Nintendo confirmed on its official Japanese Twitter page that these videos are not connected to any specific upcoming project. The company stated: “We hope you liked the Close To You shorts we put out on October 7th and 8th. The second one is available on the free Nintendo Today app for your phone. These are the first ones from our new studio, Nintendo Pictures Co., Ltd. We’re just going to keep exploring new ideas in video content.” This announcement confirms that while the shorts showcase new video content, they do not signal a new Pikmin game or movie at this time.

New Animated “Close To You” Shorts by Nintendo Pictures Co., Ltd. – Diversifying Nintendo’s Content Landscape

The “Close To You” shorts mark the inaugural productions from Nintendo Pictures Co., Ltd., an animation studio Nintendo acquired in 2022. Previously known as Dynamo Pictures, the studio has a notable portfolio, including work on popular productions such as “Yuri on Ice” and “Death Stranding.” They also have a history of collaborating with Nintendo, having worked on “Metroid: Other M” and earlier Pikmin shorts. These new videos align with Nintendo’s broader strategy to explore diverse content possibilities using its intellectual properties. Since 2022, Nintendo has expressed its commitment to creating unique and memorable videos that resonate with fans, and the “Close To You” shorts serve as an early demonstration of this initiative.

In Case You Missed It

For all you fans of “The Witcher,” be sure to check out the latest from Bruno Pferd on October 7, 2025. His post delves into the full trailer for the show’s highly anticipated fourth season, featuring Liam Hemsworth stepping into Geralt’s boots. The article covers everything from the actor’s thoughts on taking over one of fantasy TV’s most iconic roles to the intense action scenes and story developments set to unfold this October 30th. Don’t miss out on all the details—head over to Liam Hemsworth Takes Over as Geralt: Complete Trailer for The Witcher’s 4th Season Released and dive into the excitement! For those curious about the latest developments in gaming hardware, especially regarding the rumored portable Xbox, be sure to check out Carlos Mendoza’s insightful piece titled “The Real Portable Xbox Cancelled? We Have Some Answers,” published on October 8, 2025. The article delves into recent leaks suggesting that Microsoft scrapped plans for a standalone portable Xbox due to disagreements with AMD and the challenging economic climate. With conflicting reports from industry insiders, Carlos offers a balanced look at this controversial topic. Dive deeper into the story The Real Portable Xbox Cancelled? We Have Some Answers. If you’re a fan of sci-fi action and are eagerly awaiting the next installment in the Predator franchise, be sure to check out “Predator: Badlands Gets Final Trailer” by Ahmed Hassan (2025-10-06). This thrilling sequel, produced by 20th Century Studios, follows Elle Fanning’s character as she forms an unlikely alliance with a young and exiled Predator. The trailer promises an intense journey through treacherous landscapes filled with danger and unexpected alliances. Don’t miss your chance to dive into the excitement at Predator: Badlands Gets Final Trailer.