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Two years ago, the ever-so-odd Detective Pikachu released in Japan. Despite popularity, and even a movie being in the works, there was never any mention of a localization until a ratings board leak back in December. As of today, Nintendo has announced that they'll be bringing Detective Pikachu to western audiences, along with giving the game a second episode, and a large amiibo.

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The second episode of Detective Pikachu will release in March, for both Japan and North America/Europe. Coinciding with the release will be an amiibo of the hat-wearing Pikachu, which is quite noticeably larger than its Smash Bros. amiibo counterpart.

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 clues and talk to witnesses to investigate the disappearance of Tim’s father, Harry.

You’re sure to encounter plenty of other interesting characters as you explore the big city, including Brad McMaster, a police lieutenant; and Mike Baker, a man who used to work with Harry. Plus there are countless Pokémon to meet, and that’s where this Pikachu’s talents really shine—he can communicate with other Pokémon—and with Tim, too. Look forward to plenty of other fascinating people in Ryme City...but it’s up to you to figure out who to trust!

Also, on Jan. 26, an adorable New Nintendo 2DS XL system featuring Pikachu’s iconic face launches in stores at a suggested retail price of $159.99:

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Source: GBAtemp Inbox

 

[BlueFox gui]

wew amiibo

 

[Alternis]

Why is it saluting Hitler tho ?

 

[KingVamp]

I seen a title and thumbnail of a video, wasn't expecting it to be that big. lol
Honestly, maybe they should have been that big in the first place. Can't wait for life size Amiibos.

Good to see that the game is finally coming over.

 

[8BitWonder]

Oh cool! Wanted to try this for a good while but not enough to learn Japanese.

 

[CallmeBerto]

....why is the amiibo big compared to the others?

First a cereal box and now this? I think someone high up @ Nintendo is just bored.

Anyways I never looked much into this games so hope we have a min direct on it and they show it off.

 

[Meteor7]

What I've seen from the game hadn't interested me at all, but the concept alone is definitely cute, and with the right writing I think this might turn out to be a pleasant little game.

 

[MeowMeowMeow]

Hope they will include Japanese voices. Now it looks like a animation from cartoon network

 

[ShadowOne333]

But is it Ryan Reynolds voicing Pikachu?
That's the real question.

 

[Veho]

Meh, it's not that large.

That's what she said

 

[Flame]

Meh, it's not that large.

That's what she said

then thank god she charges by the inch.... for you i mean.

I mean i cant afford her but you have an inexpensive night out.

;O;

 

[Axido]

Why is it saluting Hitler tho ?

I am offensive and I find this German.

 

[RedoLane]

"It's because.... It's because, I always want.... to be with you."
......oh.

 

[chartube12]

thought this was a wii u title. So it is getting releaaed now for the switch?

 

[PedroKeitawa]

Already play the japanese version whe come out two years ago. Is fun but for me was nothing special, but if you want a fun adventure in the Pokemon world as a detective give it a try.
Since all the time they take for prot this out side Japan i was almost thinking that it will it the Switch, along side the second episode, but apperently we will have some other 3DS title form the pokemon series before completly move on to the switch.

 

[Shadowfied]

Fuck yeah. Getting this!

 

[leon315]

HOLY SHIT!! THE RIGHT one is a NAZIST!!!

 

[SG854]

Why is it saluting Hitler tho ?

I knew the Jap's would get revenge for WWII.
All the subliminal messages are there in your children's vidya games.

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[ToonGoomba]

How will this $30 Pokeman plastic nfc toy fit on my tiny 20p lcd new nintendo ds lite touch screen thats taken over by dead pixels? Jk jk, I love this

 

[astrangeone]

Can't wait to play it.

Not a fan of the large amiibos (unless they are themed like yarn yoshi), but I did make a pikachu plush have an amiibo in it for funsies. My mimikyu plush is rocking my pikachu amiibo chip for now as well.