Detective Pikachu producer explains the game’s original concept with talking Pikachu, surprising Pokémon fans and more

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Detective Pikachu producer Hiroyuki Jinnai was recently interviewed by The Verge to discuss the upcoming game's original concept with a talking Pikachu, surprising Pokémon fans and much more. “We really started with the concept of making Pikachu talk,” explains. Hiroyuki Jinnai. “We really worked hard to come up with a justification and setting to make … Continue reading Detective Pikachu producer explains the game’s original concept with talking Pikachu, surprising Pokémon fans and more

Video: Detective Pikachu Nintendo 3DS hands-on

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Detective Pikachu is set to launch on March 23 for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. The game puts you in the shoes of Tim Goodman, who partners with a self-proclaimed “great detective” Pikachu to solve strange occurrences all over Ryme City. Together you must investigate, take notes and meet up with other Pokémon to unravel … Continue reading Video: Detective Pikachu Nintendo 3DS hands-on

Pokémon fans can meet the official Detective Pikachu mascot, receive exclusive stickers and sun visor in Japan

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To celebrate the upcoming release of the Detective Pikachu game for Nintendo 3DS, The Pokémon Company and Nintendo have dispatched official mascot versions of Detective Pikachu throughout Japan. As you can see in the image above, the Detective Pikachu mascot sports a detective poncho, a detective hat and even a stern face that appears to be ready to solve any mystery. … Continue reading Pokémon fans can meet the official Detective Pikachu mascot, receive exclusive stickers and sun visor in Japan

Detective Pikachu pre-orders now available at GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart and Toys “R” Us

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A special edition Detective Pikachu amiibo figure is launching alongside the Detective Pikachu game on March 23. This extra-large amiibo can unlock cutscenes if tapped in the Detective Pikachu game, revealing a combination of humorous content that might also provide a hint. This same content can be accessed in the game without the amiibo, but tapping it will allow players … Continue reading Detective Pikachu pre-orders now available at GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart and Toys “R” Us

Latest Nintendo Download includes Pokémon Day 2018 rewards at My Nintendo

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This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured Pokémon-related content: Happy Pokémon Day! – Feb. 27 is the day to celebrate all things Pokémon. The holiday commemorates the launch of the very first Pokémon games in Japan way back in 1996. To celebrate, My Nintendo is offering wallpaper inspired by the upcoming 2D Detective Pikachu … Continue reading Latest Nintendo Download includes Pokémon Day 2018 rewards at My Nintendo

Detective Pikachu is coming exclusively to Nintendo 3DS on March 23

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A special Pikachu and his friend Tim uncover the mysteries of Ryme City in Detective Pikachu for systems in the Nintendo 3DS family. This Pikachu is unlike any other—the gruff Pokémon talks tough, loves strong coffee, and boasts about his brilliance as a wannabe great detective. Side by side, Tim and Pikachu will search for … Continue reading Detective Pikachu is coming exclusively to Nintendo 3DS on March 23

My Nintendo now celebrating Pokémon Day 2018 with new Detective Pikachu wallpaper, special Pokémon Day cards and more Pokémon-themed rewards

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February 27th is the official day to celebrate all things Pokémon. The holiday commemorates the launch of the very first Pokémon games in Japan way back in 1996. To celebrate, My Nintendo is offering a wallpaper inspired by the upcoming Detective Pikachu game for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. You can redeem your My Nintendo points … Continue reading My Nintendo now celebrating Pokémon Day 2018 with new Detective Pikachu wallpaper, special Pokémon Day cards and more Pokémon-themed rewards

Nintendo announces official Pokémon Day 2018 plans featuring Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Crystal, Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, My Nintendo and New Nintendo 2DS XL

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Nintendo has announced its official Pokémon Day 2018 plans, which include Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Crystal, Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, My Nintendo and New Nintendo 2DS XL systems: To all the fans out there – Happy Pokémon Day! February 27th is the official day to celebrate all things Pokémon. The holiday commemorates the … Continue reading Nintendo announces official Pokémon Day 2018 plans featuring Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Crystal, Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, My Nintendo and New Nintendo 2DS XL