In Pikmin 4, one of the tasks requires rescuing castaways while ultimately looking for Olimar. One of the best ways to do this more efficiently is to upgrade certain things and take advantage of all resources available to the player.

Russ just happens to have some exciting products available for purchase at the Lab that can help players on their journey to rescue Olimar. However, to do so, players must first rescue Russ, as he is one of the castaways in Pikmin 4. Luckily, he is one of the first few stranded players will encounter, so this will become available relatively early while completing Sun-Speckled Terrace.

Which Upgrades To Get Early From Pikmin 4's Lab

Pikmin 4 Squad returns to the onion and S.S. Beagle at the end of a day of exploration.

Since Russ has so many things available for players, players likely have limited funds. It's important to know which ones are worth the money and should be prioritized first.

However, there is no need to worry as all items can eventually be purchased. One of the first things a player should get is the Charging Horn. This item allows players to have Pikmin of all types in Pikmin 4, charge together all at once, and overwhelm enemies.

This allows for defeating more difficult enemies faster and with less effort on the player's part. Another good item to grab early is the treasure gauge which helps the player detect treasure and castaways. This allows for more efficient exploration and is a way for players to ensure that they have not missed anything.

The currency players will need to trade at the lab in exchange for the upgrades is Raw Material. The raw material is something players should come across frequently as it can be found in underground caves by progressing through them and destroying certain obstacles.

One thing to keep in mind is that there will occasionally be breakable objects, such as pots, which Pikmin may not be able to break, but Oatchi can, and these often contain raw materials as well. They can also be found on the surface and in small piles, which the player can collect.

While some upgrades and items are worth looking into first, players cannot go wrong with any available items for purchase. Players should also look into upgrading Oatchi with Shepherd in Pikmin 4, who can train him, which allows him to enhance his abilities or learn new ones. All of these factors can make exploring the world much easier and allow players to rescue Olimar and complete their mission as soon as possible in Pikmin 4.