A lot ofPokemonspin-off games often go well under the radar or are huge successes only to be later forgotten.
It is a great structure though, and one that worked perfectly to bring the TCG to life.
It is what led to us getting incredible games likeThe World Ends With Youand the rather underratedPokemon Ranger.
BothDetective Pikachuand its sequel focus on the titular Pikachu solving crimes alongside its human companion, Tim.
Pikachu does this by competing in minigames, handing over berries, and even getting into tense battles.
The icy caves featureLegends Arceus-esque quiet piano, while the beaches are more bouncy and lively.
Many have comparedColosseumtoFinal Fantasy 7, and the comparisons are absolutely valid.
It’s a genuinely enjoyable RPG experience unlike anythingPokemonhas had since.
It is a cross betweenPokemonand the niche strategy series,Nobunaga’s Ambition.
Players are transported to a Pokemon-infused Feudal Japan where they help Nobunaga himself to unify the fictional Ransei Region.
It takes the turn-based strategy of the mainline games and makes it a far more cinematic experience.
Each attack actually affects the Pokemon, with them reacting whenever hit.
The thumping stadium atmosphere coupled with a great soundtrack helps make each battle feel equal parts exciting and tense.
This is technically a spin-off of the originalDragon QuestMystery Dungeongame, which itself was asidekick spin-off gamefromDragon Quest IV.
Both games were remade for the Nintendo Switch asPokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX.
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