Nintendo’s “Close to You” animated short updated to show Pikmin

Nintendo released an updated version of its “Close to You” short via the Nintendo Today app that clearly shows Pikmin moving toys and a pacifier — confirming the teaser’s connection to the Pikmin franchise. Nintendo Pictures appears to be behind the short, marking an expansion into animated content.

Takeaways

• The updated short is currently available on the Nintendo Today app.
• Nintendo has not confirmed whether the short teases a game, movie, or other media yet.
• Fans are speculating about new Pikmin projects or marketing tie-ins.

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