《名偵探皮卡丘》（Detective Pikachu） 是由Creatures Inc.開發、任天堂發行的冒險解謎遊戲，於2016年首次在日本以數位版推出，2018年3月23日在全球市場販售3DS實體版。以精靈寶可夢系列為背景，帶來充滿趣味和懸疑的解謎體驗，並因其獨特的角色與故事設定吸引大批玩家的關注。

故事發生在萊姆市（Ryme City），一座人類與寶可夢共存的現代化都市。玩家扮演年輕的蒂姆·古德曼（Tim Goodman），他來到萊姆市尋找失蹤的父親哈里·古德曼（Harry Goodman）。在尋找父親的過程中，蒂姆偶然遇到一隻可以說人類語言的皮卡丘，這隻皮卡丘聲稱自己是名偵探，並且與哈里失蹤有某種關聯。

蒂姆和名偵探皮卡丘組成搭檔，一同展開調查。他們需要破解多起案件，從失竊事件到神秘事故，逐步揭開隱藏在萊姆市中的陰謀和秘密。遊戲的核心故事充滿幽默、驚喜和感動，尤其是皮卡丘滑稽的舉止和冷靜的推理為整個冒險增添不少亮點。

玩法以冒險解謎為主，需要在各種場景中搜集線索，與角色進行對話，並通過分析和推理解決案件。採用直觀的操作方式，非常適合新手和喜愛敘事導向遊戲的玩家。蒂姆在城市的不同地點自由探索，通過點擊屏幕互動來發現物品和線索。在場景中，蒂姆會與人類角色進行交流，而名偵探皮卡丘則負責與其他寶可夢溝通。這種雙角色的合作形式為解謎過程增添新意，因為有些線索只能通過寶可夢的能力或視角獲得。

解謎過程並不複雜，通常需要將找到的線索進行整合，回答與案件相關的問題或重建案發過程。名偵探皮卡丘經常插入自己的見解，為玩家提供提示，減少了解謎過程中的挫敗感。除了解謎，還穿插了動態場景（QTE，快速反應事件），需要在有限時間內按下對應的按鍵，增加互動性。

遊戲共分為九個章節，每個章節都是一個獨立的案件，同時串聯起整體故事主線。每個案件都有獨特的環境、角色和寶可夢，這些案件類型多樣，包括失竊、破壞、公園事故甚至寶可夢暴走等。設計上充分結合寶可夢的世界觀，根據寶可夢的特性來進行推理。例如，利用某些寶可夢的能力（如飛行或挖洞）找到隱藏的線索，或者觀察寶可夢行為來推測事件的發展。這些案件的難度相對適中，偏向於敘事導向，旨在讓玩家沉浸於故事和角色互動中，而非過於複雜的謎題。隨著遊戲的進展，案件變得更加錯綜複雜，且故事的真相逐漸揭曉，營造緊張感與成就感的良好平衡。如果判斷錯誤遊戲也不會終止。

遊戲在發售後受到玩家和評論家的廣泛關注，尤其是皮卡丘以全新形象登場吸引大量寶可夢愛好者的興趣。寶可夢的角色設定是本作的最大亮點之一，它是一隻喜歡咖啡、有些嘲諷但又機智的偵探，這一形象與經典的寶可夢系列中活潑可愛的皮卡丘形成鮮明對比，給玩家們留下深刻印象。

故事和角色互動普遍受到好評。玩家喜愛整體的輕鬆幽默劇情氛圍，並對故事中展現的寶可夢世界的細節讚賞有加。然而，有些評論指出，解謎部分對於經驗豐富的人來說過於簡單，缺乏深度挑戰。在視覺表現方面，雖然是3DS平台的作品，但其角色和場景設計精緻，特別是動畫和表情豐富，增強整體的沉浸感。音效和配音也為遊戲增色不少，皮卡丘的聲音（由西洋版丹尼·德維托的風格所啟發）給整個遊戲帶來更多魅力。

總體而言，這是一款輕鬆且富有趣味的冒險遊戲，特別適合喜愛寶可夢世界或偏愛敘事遊戲的玩家。儘管它的玩法較為簡單，但憑藉角色魅力和幽默劇情，成功吸引大批忠實粉絲，並促成2019年的同名真人電影改編，進一步提升其文化影響力。

Detective Pikachu is an adventure puzzle game developed by Creatures Inc. and published by Nintendo. It was first released as a digital version in Japan in 2016, with a physical 3DS version made available globally on March 23, 2018. Set in the Pokémon universe, the game offers a delightful and intriguing puzzle-solving experience, capturing players' attention with its unique characters and engaging story.

The story takes place in Ryme City, a modern metropolis where humans and Pokémon coexist. Players assume the role of Tim Goodman, a young man who arrives in Ryme City to search for his missing father, Harry Goodman. During his quest, Tim encounters a Pikachu that can speak human language. This Pikachu claims to be a detective and suggests a connection to Harry’s disappearance.

Tim and Detective Pikachu team up to investigate various cases, ranging from thefts to mysterious accidents, gradually uncovering the hidden conspiracies and secrets of Ryme City. The game’s narrative is filled with humor, surprises, and emotional moments, with Pikachu’s comical antics and sharp reasoning adding charm to the adventure.

The gameplay primarily focuses on adventure and puzzle-solving. Players explore various locations, gather clues, interact with characters, and solve cases through analysis and deduction. The controls are intuitive, making it accessible to newcomers and players who enjoy narrative-driven games.

As Tim, players can freely navigate different areas of the city, interacting with objects and clues by tapping on the screen. Tim communicates with human characters, while Detective Pikachu handles interactions with other Pokémon. This dual-role dynamic adds innovation to the gameplay, as certain clues can only be obtained through the abilities or perspectives of Pokémon.

The puzzles are relatively straightforward, often requiring players to piece together clues, answer questions about the case, or reconstruct events. Detective Pikachu frequently offers insights, providing hints that reduce frustration during the puzzle-solving process. Additionally, the game includes Quick Time Events (QTEs) that require players to react quickly by pressing the correct buttons, enhancing interactivity.

The game is divided into nine chapters, each presenting a standalone case that ties into the overarching story. Every case introduces unique environments, characters, and Pokémon, with diverse scenarios such as thefts, property damage, park accidents, and even Pokémon rampages. The design cleverly integrates Pokémon’s abilities and characteristics into the puzzles, encouraging players to think creatively. For instance, some clues are revealed through Pokémon powers like flying or digging, or by observing Pokémon behaviors to deduce the sequence of events.

The difficulty level of the cases is moderate, leaning towards narrative-driven gameplay. This approach immerses players in the story and character interactions rather than challenging them with overly complex puzzles. As the game progresses, the cases become increasingly intricate, with the overarching mystery gradually unfolding, creating a balanced sense of tension and accomplishment.

Upon its release, Detective Pikachu garnered significant attention from players and critics alike. Pikachu’s new persona, as a coffee-loving, slightly snarky yet sharp-witted detective, stood out as a major highlight, offering a fresh take on the iconic Pokémon character. This version of Pikachu contrasts sharply with the cheerful and playful image from the classic Pokémon series, leaving a lasting impression on players.

The story and character interactions were widely praised. Players appreciated the lighthearted humor and the rich details that brought the Pokémon world to life. However, some critics pointed out that the puzzle-solving elements might be too simple for experienced players, lacking deeper challenges.

Visually, while the game is designed for the 3DS platform, its character and environment designs are polished, with expressive animations that enhance immersion. The sound design and voice acting further elevate the experience, with Pikachu’s voice, inspired by the style of Danny DeVito in the Western version, adding to the game’s charm.

Overall, Detective Pikachu is a fun and entertaining adventure game, particularly appealing to fans of the Pokémon universe or those who enjoy narrative-driven gameplay. While its mechanics are relatively simple, its captivating characters and humorous storytelling have won over many fans, ultimately inspiring the 2019 live-action film adaptation that boosted its cultural impact even further.