The Pokémon Company explores potential for Detective Pikachu spin-offs

The recently released Detective Pikachu Returns for the Nintendo Switch has been receiving positive feedback and appears to leave room for potential future games in the series, according to a recent Famitsu interview (via VGC).

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During the interview, Creatures Inc. managing director Hiroyuki Jinnai and Pokémon Company president Tsunekazu Ishihara discussed the possibility of spin-off titles. Jinnai stated that Detective Pikachu Returns concludes the main storyline involving Tim, Pikachu, and Harry, but expressed the potential for a different development from the main story. Ishihara emphasized that the decision for future spin-offs would depend on the game's financial performance and demand from players.

This concludes the story of Tim, Pikachu, and Harry. However, all the staff members also love the talking old man Pikachu, so maybe there will be a different development from the main story...?

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I can't make any promises at this point, but if Detective Pikachu Returns is well-received and there is a lot of demand from everyone, there is room for a spin-off.

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Although Detective Pikachu Returns experienced a decline in sales after its initial release in the UK, it has performed well in Japan, which may influence the decision for future entries. Many players have expressed interest in the potential for more games in the series, citing the enjoyable experience and family-friendly content. The full review of Detective Pikachu Returns can be found below.