The Interstellar Radio is a recurring ship part of the S.S. Dolphin in the Pikmin series. It first appears in Pikmin, as one of 25 required ship parts, and returns in the Olimar's Shipwreck Tale campaign of Pikmin 4. The Interstellar Radio emits a constant S.O.S. signal, and emits voices to counteract the loneliness of space.
Mainline appearances[]
Pikmin[]
In Pikmin. the Interstellar Radio is one of the ten ship parts found in The Distant Spring. The Interstellar Radio can be found inside the body of a Puffy Blowhog in the big lake, and is near three Water Dumples. On land, defeat the Spotty Bulbear to ensure the Pikmin's safety while retrieving the Interstellar Radio.
After being returned to the S.S. Dolphin, the Interstellar begins orbiting the spaceship, to starboard of the nose (to the front and right of Olimar when he is seated. During take-off, the Interstellar Radio moves around and latches on to the hull on the starboard side, next to the #1 Ionium Jet. In his second monologue for the Interstellar Radio, Olimar suggests that not all parts may be needed to fly the S.S. Dolphin, which would falsely suggesting the Interstellar Radio to be an optional ship part.
Pikmin 4[]
In Pikmin 4, the Interstellar Radio can be obtained at Hero's Hideaway in the Olimar's Shipwreck Tale campaign. The Interstellar Radio is contained inside of a Porquillion on top of a coffee table, so it must be defeated before the Pikmin can retrieve the Interstellar Radio.
The Interstellar Radio received some alterations to its appearance to resemble the Analog Computer more closely.
Notes[]
Discovery Notes[]
"I've found my Interstellar Radio!
Not only does it emit a constant S.O.S. signal, it also broadcasts voices from space that will brighten up my moments of boredom. The Dolphin, while comfortable, becomes quite a lonely place in the depths of the night..."
Ship Log[]
"This part will send out a daily S.O.S. signal. I have so little time remaining, though, that I have no option but to continue my search rather than waiting for a rescue party. Having to collect every part is a bit overwhelming...but I get the impression not all parts are needed to fly the ship."
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Trivia[]
- Although the Ship Log entry for the Interstellar Radio indicates that the device emits a constant distress signal, no help is sent from Hocotate to assist Olimar during his first journey on the planet. However, Olimar says this is because he has no time to wait for help.
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