Pikmin, released by Nintendo for the GameCube in 2001, follows Captain Olimar as he explores a strange planet and befriends tiny plant-like creatures called Pikmin. Onions are the large, onion-shaped nests that produce Pikmin and serve as their homes, and finding a new one is a key milestone in each area. The discovery music marks that moment of progress, which is why clips of it circulate among retro gaming fans and Pikmin players who use it to signal a fresh start, a new ally or a small victory.