Detective Pikachu Returns brings new adventures to Ryme City! Continue reading to learn about its release date, platform, and other information about the game!

Detective Pikachu Returns Release Date and Time

Available on October 6, 2023

Detective Pikachu will be released on Friday, October 6, 2023 on 12:00 midnight local time. With users being able to pre-load and download the game seven days prior to its release so they can immediately play the digital release before the physical copies are available.

Detective Pikachu Returns Review

Detective Pikachu Returns First Impressions

Detective Pikachu Returns seems like it will bring back and improve upon the beloved charm of the previous title. The original Detective Pikachu game focused on Tim Goodman as he met a talking Pikachu with no memory, but claiming to be a great detective. Now, the dynamic duo is back to further look for clues for Tim’s missing father.

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Detective Pikachu Returns Story Plot

The new Detective Pikachu game transports players back to the intriguing city of Ryme City, where Pokémon and humans live together. Players will once more have the opportunity to uncover the city's mysteries and crack their cases. Detective Pikachu will team up with Tim Goodman, in the hunt for clues for Tim’s missing father, Harry Goodman.

Detective Pikachu Returns Gameplay

The pair’s investigation abilities are bolstered when they acquire assistance from diverse Pokémon throughout Ryme City. You’ll find helpful Pokemon partners in challenging circumstances, like Darmanitan with its mighty strength and Growlithe with its excellent sense of smell. Players can expect to have many touching encounters with Pokémon from all walks of life throughout the game, as they volunteer to contribute their knowledge to the duo's investigations.

Detective Pikachu Returns Trailers

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Detective Pikachu Returns Product Information

Title	DETECTIVE PIKACHU RETURNS
Release Date	October 6, 2023
Developer	Creatures
Publisher	Nintendo
Supported Platforms	Nintendo Switch
Genre	Adventure, Detective, Mystery
Number of Players	Single Player
ESRB Rating	E
Official Website	Detective Pikachu Official Website

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