Detective Pikachu Returns

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a relaxing time in a universe full of characters you know and love, and it&s;ll make you laugh, but it won&s;t be for everyone."

"It can be difficult to recommend Detective Pikachu Returns, unless you are a Pokémon fan who buys absolutely everything they put in front of them. On the other hand, if you like it more casually, I would say save your …"

"While there is room for improvement, the return of this odd pairing with their new bag of tricks is entertaining. Your mind won’t be changed if the style of the previous game wasn&s;t for you, but patient gumshoes should be …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is yet another mystery whodunit in the Pokemon universe, but it’s tough to deduce who this is for, despite having all the clues."

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a heartwarming follow-up to the first game, though it does fall short in terms of depth and originality. Still, the overall experience is worth it for fans of the first game, and the movie, and for …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a fine game that knows its niche and plays into it well. It operates more like an excuse to see Pokémon in a different setting than anything else, but for players interested in that sort of …"

"A "Layton-esque" detective game in which Pikachu is obviously the undisputed star. Light and somewhat repetitive gameplay make it suitable for a fairly young or inexperienced audience in this genre of titles. Those looking for a deeper, more complex and …"

"If you like strong challenges, surely this game is not for you, but if you have kids at home or you are looking to immerse yourself in the Pokémon world without further complications, this game will please you like a …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a simple puzzle adventure without much of a challenge, but with a charming story."

"Detective Pikachu Returns‘ biggest failure isn’t its basic gameplay or sterile presentation; its most heinous blunder is how agonizingly boring it is. Playing this game with children (the target audience) only alienated them. The lack of grit or edge didn’t …"

"Detective Pikachu: The Return only works as a large and varied "Pokémon container," but as a detective adventure it will only be able to give some satisfaction to the youngest players."

"Detective Pikachu Returns works as a charming interactive cartoon, but its simplified deduction takes some of the mystery out of it."

"While I’ve made it clear that this game is meant for a younger audience, I still recognize its merits. The visuals are clean and crisp, even if the humans look a bit weird. Pikachu himself is a real bright spot, …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a welcome return for our mystery-solving duo. Although it comes across as simple in many ways, you&s;ll still find enjoyment if you&s;re in the mood for a relaxing game with a good story."

"Detective Pikachu Returns may not be the most puzzling of adventures, but it&s;s fun and charming enough to stay engaging."

"Detective Pikachu is full of simple puzzes, witty dialogue and Pokemon to discover. It won&s;t thrill older fans from a gameplay perspective, and it&s;s visually inconsistent, but it will likely introduce throusands of young fans to a whole new genre …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a fun little Nintendo Switch adventure that is ideal for younger players, offering a colourful, eclectic mix of characters, Pokémon and storytelling. It does veer to the simpler side in places in both game design and …"

"Even though the game is clearly aimed at a younger audience in terms of difficulty, adult Pokémon fans will still find plenty to enjoy, as we all remain a bit like children at heart and continue to love Pokémon."

"But don’t let me be a downer. Here’s the good: Detective Pikachu Returns does not require much from you. It won’t ask you to do anything especially complicated and you get to look at cute Pokémon. It won’t ask you …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is definitely adorable in this Switch debut although the required deduction skills to solve its cases remain at an incredibly low bar to clear which made it hard to hold my attention for very long."

"Investigations are multi-staged, and some of the reveals are interesting if not particularly surprising. The inclusion of newer-generation Pokémon since the original title makes Ryme City feel even more alive and part of the Pokémon world, and the city is …"

"The game fulfills the expectations of a less demanding detective game, and for younger players or perhaps Pok&s;mon lovers, it&s;s a really good spin-off."

"Detective Pikachu Returns isn’t for everyone, with too much reading for little ones and an overly-gentle difficulty curve for adults, but I think some kids, particularly those just beginning to read and explore the greater Pokémon universe, will have a …"

"Detective Pikachu: The Return is a definite step forward from the first installment, but it still lacks that quality leap that could make this subseries a must for franchise fans. The main charm of the adventure lies in the charisma …"

"Because of its simplicity, Detective Pikachu Returns is an easy recommendation for young kids and their parents. Hardcore fans will have some fun comparing and contrasting the game&s;s story with the 2019 movie. For everyone else, there are better, more …"

"The case of Detective Pikachu has never been fully closed, but now Detective Pikachu Returns, this time to the Nintendo Switch. I enjoyed my time with Detective Pikachu Returns, nonetheless, Detective Pikachu Returns just isn&s;t a very good game."

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a half-decent sequel to a flawed original; it may be a great experience for younger children who love Pokémon, but weak puzzles and lackluster dialogue will disengage the rest of us."

"The apple didn&s;t fall far from the tree with Detective Pikachu Returns. It&s;s a game that stands out for its charisma, but can be guilty of being too simple, something quite similar to what happened to the Nintendo 3DS entry."

"Detective Pikachu Returns serves up more of what delighted us first time around, with an endearing and exciting story packed full of fun and light-hearted silliness. We really do enjoy this gruff, coffee-addled take on Pikachu, he never fails to …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a great ride for younger players, with its straightforward gameplay and fun story, but layers on enough edge and bite into the writing that long time series fans will enjoy what it has to offer as …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns falls flat, feeling like a hollow experience with under-baked and sparse bolts of brilliance. Wide and mostly empty areas, a difficulty level smaller than a Cutiefly, slightly more gameplay than your standard visual novel, short run time …"

"Ultimately, Detective Pikachu - The Return can boast a plot that could entice the most die-hard fans of the world of Pokémon but it is also characterized by a somewhat bare playful system, which fits into the market segment of …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is more adventures with the charming electric mouse from the original, but the straightforward investigation mechanics can be incredibly frustrating in a game that wouldn&s;t look out of place on the Wii U."

"Detective Pikachu Returns hasn&s;t lost the charm of its predecessor, but the overly simplified gameplay might alienate some players."

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a decently fun little detective story. Don&s;t expect any intense logical deductions or unpredictable twists – but it&s;s fun enough to follow along with even so. The relationship between Tim and Pikachu is a highlight as …"

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a charming adventure game for kids new to the mystery genre, but it&s;s so gentle that adults may get Drowzee."

"Detective Pikachu Returns is a straightforward mystery adventure whose strengths lie in its Pokémon setting and breakout star."

"Detective Pikachu Returns had the potential to appeal to everyone as most Nintendo and Pokemon games do, but instead falls in the bracket of being a milquetoast experience that will only occupy younger players."