Bobby says, "Detective Pikachu Returns is an excellent follow-up to its predecessor, expanding the world around Tim and Pikachu. However, the sequel mostly plays it safe by giving you more of the same experience."
MonsterVine: "Detective Pikachu Returns might not push the boundaries in terms of graphics, and it certainly won’t bend your mind with its easy and straightforward deductions."
Detective Pikachu Returns tries to bring a jolt of excitement to the Pokémon universe through great visuals and lively animations. However, its shockingly simple plot and low difficulty might leave more seasoned gamers wanting more.
If Phoenix Wright + Pokémon is a combination that sparks your interest, then be sure to whip out your magnifying glass and detective hat!
"Detective Pikachu Returns brings a more simplistic gameplay style that's clearly aimed at a younger audience - but there is plenty of Pokémon charm for older fans too."
- Stuart Cullen, TechStomper
I really cant believe how ugly those graphics are for a 2023 game.
I have played truly horrendous switch ports in my time (just watch the Kursk switch version next to PC or Agony!), but this is supposed to be a Nintendo second party exclusive that looks like a 3DS games.
No facial expressions for a detective game where you interrogate people, is simply non excusable.
LA Noire has amazing facial expressions that revealed clues about the character's story back in 2011!
Developer Creatures Inc, seems to follow Gamefreaks crappy graphics design practices..