A few short cutscenes were all the story given and I never cared about what I was doing for more than the gameplay. (engagedfamilygaming.com)
Aside from a few short cutscenes, the player mainly finds out more about the story, world and characters by reading item descriptions, side quests and optional text scattered around. (wizarddojo.com)
The story does not delve deep; however, there are short cutscenes with the Pikmin that aim to give the tiny little creatures more personality and to prepare you for the perils ahead. (dailydot.com)