How to Increase Maximum Pikmin Capacity in Pikmin 4

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While exploring the world of Pikmin 4, you will inevitably face dangerous foes; hence, increasing your Pikmin capacity can be the difference between life and death. Reaching the maximum capacity of Pikmin in the Pikmin franchise is a great achievement. It is one of the best ways to ensure your survival in a challenging game. It is a difficult but pretty straightforward process, so prepare for some extensive exploration. Here is how to increase and maximize your Pikmin capacity in Pikmin 4.

How To Maximize Your Pikmin Capacity in Pikmin 4

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To increase your maximum Pìkmin capacity in Pikmin 4, you must find a Flarlic, a sort of pale yellowish onion. To collect it, use your Pikmins to carry the Flarlic back to your coincidentally named Onion nest. Once you absorb it, your Pikmin capacity will increase by 10. The maximum Pikmin capacity in Pikmin 4 is 100 Pikmin.

Many Flarlics are found in the final parts of caves, but you will encounter some at the surface. Due to its benefits, expect to face a lot of enemies surrounding the Flarlic. Sometimes it will be locked behind an obstacle involving a new mechanic. In any of these cases, be sure to bring a decently sized Pikmin army so you can take care of business and ultimately collect the Flarlic. That way, you will increase and reach the maximum of your Pikmin capacity in Pikmin 4.

After reaching that milestone, Flarlic will no longer increase your capacity. However, you will receive a Nectar or an Ultra-Spicy Nectar instead. The first one will make your Pikmin’s flowers blossom, while the second one will increase both Oatchi’s and your Pikmin’s speed for a limited time. The maximum amount of Pikmin in Pikmin 4 does not apply while exploring caves since you can temporarily recruit Wild Pikmin past your capacity. Once you exit the cave, you will have the chance to choose which Pikmin to keep.

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Now that you know where to find Flarlic and how to increase your Pikmin capacity, be sure to use your Pikmin army to complete all the challenges ahead in Pikmin 4. Just don’t let your guard down; you will oftentimes have to face some really dangerous creatures to achieve this.

Pikmin 4 is available now on Nintendo Switch.