During its recent Pokémon Presents livestream, The Pokémon Company shared a range of exciting updates. One significant announcement was the unveiling of a new trailer for Detective Pikachu Returns, a highly anticipated sequel that is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on October 6th.
Detective Pikachu Returns brings a fresh perspective to the Pokémon franchise by casting its iconic mascot as a gritty, tough-talking detective. In this installment, Detective Pikachu, alongside his partner Tim Goodman (who possesses the unique ability to understand Pikachu’s speech), delves into a series of peculiar incidents in the city of Ryme. The story unfolds as Pikachu, while sipping coffee or searching for clues about his missing partner Harry (Tim’s father), collaborates with various Pokémon and humans who coexist in the city.
The recently released trailer showcases gameplay elements where players need to channel their investigative skills to locate clues and utilize a casebook to solve mysteries. Other Pokémon characters contribute by assisting in detecting clues or breaking through obstacles. For gamers eager to embark on this adventure, pre-orders for Detective Pikachu Returns have been made available.
In addition, The Pokémon Company disclosed that the first half of a significant paid expansion for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will debut on September 13th. Dubbed “The Teal Mask,” this expansion takes players on a school trip to the Kitakami region, introducing them to Pokémon species not found in the Paldea region. The second part of the DLC, titled “The Indigo Disk,” is slated for a winter release.
Furthermore, an event will feature the introduction of Mew and Mewtwo to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Players will have the opportunity to incorporate Mew into their teams and face off against the formidable Mewtwo.
In parallel, Nintendo Switch Online members now have access to more Pokémon games. For base members, Pokémon Trading Card Game, originally released for the Game Boy Color in 2000, is now available. Additionally, those who have subscribed to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack can enjoy Pokémon Stadium 2 from the Nintendo 64.
