Nintendo Discloses the Secret of the “Close to You” Short — It’s All About Pikmin.

Nintendo has revealed the mystery behind this recent short film “Close to You” that baffled fans: As predicted by many, it’s all related to the world of Pikmin.

The Updated Version Displays Pikmin at Work

On Wednesday, Nintendo released an revised edition of the “Close to You” video, but instead of hidden forces moving the baby items in a child’s nursery, dozens of Pikmin are openly displayed to be the cause of the playful disorder. Pikmin in red, yellow, and blue are shown running around the nursery, transporting items back and forth, and fighting for the child’s binky.

Viewers Predicted It

Essentially: Pikmin fans called it. On Tuesday, when the company first published the short film through its Nintendo Today application, and afterward via common social networks, followers accurately recognized soundtrack elements from the game in the short. Some thought they caught a glimpse of a Pikmin or two obscured in the rear.

The Unseen Concept

This video further supports the theory that the creatures are unseen to the human eye. But maybe babies can see them? The mother in the video certainly doesn’t appear to see or be concerned that her baby’s room is filled with the tiny creatures.

The Unanswered Question

An important issue that persists: Why would the company bother of creating two clips? The reason is not yet revealed. It could be that a upcoming Pikmin title on the way — or a edition for the next console of the fourth game with more playful baby elements. This new clip of the video wraps up lacking any type of teaser of a full-fledged project.

The Company’s Signature Style

As pointed out before, the clip(s) may simply represent a further case of the company’s unique approach. “Close to You” may only be another entry in the several Pikmin videos and comic strips that Nintendo has produced for the brand — which just happens to turn 25 years old soon.

No official comment has been issued by the company on the who, what, and why of this project, but if the company does break their silence on this topic, additional information will be provided.