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Detective Pikachu

Detective Pikachu

Creatures
•Feb 3, 2016•
ESRB: Everyone
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Nintendo 3DS
8.2
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7.3

67 Ratings
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13 hrs

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14 hrs

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8.2
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Detective Pikachu gives great insight into the world of Pokemon through its fun mysteries and wonderful coffee-loving lead.
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Summary

Put your detective hat on -- it’s time to crack the case of a boy’s missing father in Detective Pikachu, a unique adventure game filled with beloved Pokémon.
Content Rating
ESRB: Everyone
Comic Mischief, Mild Cartoon Violence
Developers
Creatures
Publishers
Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
Franchises
Pokemon
Features
Amiibo
Initial Release
Feb 3, 2016
Platforms
Nintendo 3DS
Genres
Adventure, Puzzle

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May 12, 2019 - "A bolt of brilliance!" was Detective Pikachu's catchphrase in the game.
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