Detective Pikachu

 3DS
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 61
  3. Negative: 0 out of 61
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  1. Eurogamer
    Mar 23, 2018
    An entertaining slice of Pokémon sleuthing set within a vibrant version of the series' world. [Recommended]
  2. The A.V. Club
    Mar 23, 2018
    There are no real stakes to any of the puzzles or exploration because your AI partners always know exactly what to do and the game seemingly always offers up the powers you need to solve any problems. If the game’s gimmick ends up doing this much damage to the design, I’d rather it not have a gimmick at all.
  3. VG247
    Mar 29, 2018
    Detective Pikachu doesn’t offer an enormous amount of actual game to play, but what’s there is hugely charming and entertaining.

Awards & Rankings

7
#7 Best 3DS Game of 2018
3
#3 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2018
4
#4 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2018

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 134 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 94 out of 134
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 134
  3. Negative: 23 out of 134
  1. tsdenizen
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    The pinnacle of human invention, Detective Pikachu bestows meaning upon my empty life. I was initially disappointed that Danny DeVito didn'tThe pinnacle of human invention, Detective Pikachu bestows meaning upon my empty life. I was initially disappointed that Danny DeVito didn't voice Pikachu, but being honest with myself, we as a race couldn't handle it. If there's any criticism to be made, the part where Detective Pikachu waterboarded Charmander in an attempt to extract info on the whereabouts of Boss Muk was arguably a bit much.… Full Review »
  2. MattCK
    Mar 23, 2018
    8
    Good graphic adventure, good and interesting story for what Pokémon can be. Easy gameplay, sometimes repetitive, but acceptable. 8-9h longGood graphic adventure, good and interesting story for what Pokémon can be. Easy gameplay, sometimes repetitive, but acceptable. 8-9h long what its great for a game like that.

    It's a good game if you want to know about the story, and a good spin-off for the Pokémon saga. If you're a Pokémon fan, you should play it. You will like it.    … Full Review »
  3. danielhadley
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    Enjoyable little game. Most likely aimed at the younger audience but older fans may also appreciate this.
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