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Detective Pikachu Returns

Released October 6, 2023 on Switch

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About Detective Pikachu Returns

Detective Pikachu Returns is an adventure game released on the Nintendo Switch on October 6, 2023. It follows the mystery theme and is played in single player from a third-person perspective. Developed by Creatures Inc. and published by The Pokemon Company and Nintendo, it is the latest entry in the Detective Pikachu series, which belongs to the wider Pokemon franchise.

The game is set in Ryme City, a place where people and Pokemon live side by side. You play as Tim Goodman, who works alongside a coffee-loving Pikachu that talks and acts like a self-assured detective. Together the pair take on a string of cases, and the story centers on the investigation of the city's strange incidents.

The game is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and PEGI 7 in Europe. It is a good fit for players who enjoy story-driven investigation and the Pokemon world.

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Detective Pikachu Returns FAQ

When did Detective Pikachu Returns come out?

Detective Pikachu Returns came out on October 6, 2023.

What platforms is Detective Pikachu Returns on?

Detective Pikachu Returns came out on Switch.

Who made Detective Pikachu Returns?

Detective Pikachu Returns is developed by Creatures Inc. and published by The Pokemon Company and Nintendo.

Is Detective Pikachu Returns multiplayer?

No. Detective Pikachu Returns is single player only.

What is Detective Pikachu Returns rated?

Detective Pikachu Returns is rated ESRB E (Everyone) and PEGI 7.

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