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Detective Pikachu Returns - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
SKU: 10211426
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Customers highly value the engaging gameplay, often describing it as fun and charming. They also appreciate the game's overall excellent performance and its compelling narrative. However, some players found the amount of dialogue to be excessive.

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Features

  • Solve mysteries

    Solve mysteries with a tough-talking, coffee-loving Pikachu and his human partner, Tim Goodman

  • Uncover the mystery

    Uncover the mystery of Tim’s missing father, Pokémon related incidents, and a stolen jewel

  • Search for clues

    Search for clues, investigate scenes, and use your case notebook to make deductions

  • Talk directly with Pokémon

    Talk directly with Pokémon to gain information and get to know their distinct personalities

  • Use some Pokémon’s special skills

    Use some Pokémon’s special skills, like Growlithe’s sharp sense of smell, to uncover clues

  • Explore Ryme City

    Explore Ryme City, a place where humans and Pokémon live in harmony

Specifications

  • ESRB Rating
    E (Everyone)
    ESRB Descriptors
    Mild fantasy violence
    Compatible Platform(s)
    Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
    Software Format
    Physical
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers highly value the engaging gameplay, often describing it as fun and charming. They also appreciate the game's overall excellent performance and its compelling narrative. However, some players found the amount of dialogue to be excessive.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Gameplay (30)
  • Overall Performance (12)
  • Story (4)
  • Fun (3)
  • Dialogue (4)

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun, Interesting, and Laughable

    I usually play the classic pokemon games, but the game is actually fun. I laughed at some of voice acting and to be honest I treated it like a bad english dub. The game was enjoyable and I had a laugh at some of the writing. 4.4/5

    This review is from Detective Pikachu Returns - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    Posted by EdwardR

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple, wholesome, fun!

    It's meant for younger audiences but honestly if you like Pokemon you'll enjoy this. It's a really fun and fresh new take on the Pokemon franchise! Love the mystery and story elements. I had a lot of fun with the original Detect Pikachu so I'm super excited to continue the storyline and see what happens in this sequel!!! Also the pokemon are just SOOO cute in this!!!

    This review is from Detective Pikachu Returns - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    Posted by Kuri

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    A Step Back for Detective Pikachu!

    I enjoyed the first game. I did not set the bar high for this next title but there is no challenge at all to the detective work. You cannot fail. I do not feel a sense of accomplishment because of that. Realizing this game is for younger kids. I still thought they were overly simple. Quick time events where you need to mash the A button need to go away. Sorry but I would not recommend this title, not even to Pokémon fans like me who grew up playing these games.

    This review is from Detective Pikachu Returns - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    Posted by Bryan

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great game for younger Pokemon fans.

    My 7-year old niece wanted this for Christmas and she’s been enjoying every second! She loves Pokemon without the violence so this was everything she wanted. Much of the story is told through text but it’s keeping her engaged and sharpening her reading skills. If you have a child who’s enamored by the Detective Pikachu spinoffs or the franchise as a whole, you can’t go wrong here.

    This review is from Detective Pikachu Returns - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    Posted by Ryan

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome game

    There is a lot of reading. And you have to remember tasks.

    This review is from Detective Pikachu Returns - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    Posted by Momofthree

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Questions & Answers

  • Do you play as both Tim and Detective Pikachu?

    You play as Tim Goodman, Detective Pikachu's human partner, to solve mysteries across Ryme City.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Is there a way to get hints if you get stuck?

    Yes, if you find yourself stuck during your investigation, you can get a hint by consulting Pikachu.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What kind of mysteries do you solve in Ryme City?

    You solve a series of mysteries, starting with a jewel theft, and unravel the mystery of Tim's missing father, Harry.

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  • What is the game's story jump mode used for?

    Story Jump Mode allows you to play any episode of the story, replaying completed episodes or skipping ahead to those not yet played.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Can you use Pokémon abilities to help with investigations?

    Some Pokémon use their special skills to assist your investigations.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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