Crushing is a type of hazard appearing in every game of the Pikmin series, first appearing in Pikmin. It involves Pikmin being squished by a heavy enemy or object, instantly killing them. In Pikmin 2 and Pikmin 3, crushing also appears in the form of piercing attacks.
Rock Pikmin are generally unaffected by the hazard, except in Pikmin 4, where Rock Pikmin can be crushed on hard surfaces. Winged Pikmin have resistance to being crushes, and are pushed aside from attacks if airborne.