Pikmin: Olimar & Pikmin Types
Meet the captain and all three playable Pikmin types from the original game.
4 characters · one picture per entry · open a picture for full size.
Character directory
Captain Olimar
A stranded space traveller trying to repair the S.S. Dolphin and return to Hocotate. You guide the expedition through his whistle and throws.
Red Pikmin
Fire-resistant helpers with stronger attacks. Discovered at the Impact Site; a useful choice for fire hazards and fighting.
Yellow Pikmin
Light helpers that can be thrown higher and carry bomb-rocks in this game. Found in the Forest of Hope.
Blue Pikmin
Water-capable helpers discovered in the Forest Navel. Use them for submerged work and routes where other colors would drown.
Quick notes
- Olimar coordinates rather than works alone. The captain’s practical role is to direct the group: call workers, choose a target and assemble the colors suited to the next obstacle.
The original 2001 Nintendo GameCube game. Wii and Nintendo Switch editions have control and gameplay differences; this guide follows the GameCube adventure.
References
Covered edition: The original 2001 Nintendo GameCube game. Wii and Nintendo Switch editions have control and gameplay differences; this wiki follows the GameCube adventure.