#detective pikachu review

[halorocks1214]

okay so i just steamrolled thru detective pikachu returns over the past 2 days because i was sick and had nothing else better to do and right after finishing it i went into the tags and WOWIE the negative reception is very large!! i do understand and even agree with some of it but i just felt the need to get my own thoughts down (again. sick with nothing better to do) so take a peek under readmore for very typical elongated halo ramblings about his fave video game series

for the record i never played the first game (only watched a few clips of it on youtube even) but i did go see the movie in theaters. just figured i'd mention this ahead of time so my favoritism is known and to prevent myself from coming off as a perfectly unbiased reviewer

BEWARE THE SPOILERS BTW

(post-editing note: it be long under here, you have been warned)

to start off YEAG this game is not worth 50 bucks! the story's pacing is all over the place and is very basic, the graphics are not particularly well refined, the characters' expressions do not fluctuate as much as they should (professor gordon in particular ;-; i felt so bad for him), and the voice acting outside of merloch and detective pikachu himself are kinda phoned in! it felt like an early 2000s 4kids dub for real. even the gameplay aspects themselves were rather meh in presentation; the button hitboxes were annoying to deal with and as cool as i thought the "main" mechanics were they were incredibly clunky and the tension they tried to build up in the "solving the case" climaxes was just Not It. there was absolutely no reason for the loading/pauses to take that long

(the pokemon gimmicks were okay tho. i would die for growlithe)

however, this isn't a problem specific to this game. while i enjoyed scarlet it was definitely not 60 bucks material (and when i went back to it for the teal mask i even went "good lord, did it always run this badly?"). i gotta give credit to detective pikachu, at least this game ran properly for the most part and never crashed on me lmao

while that doesn't negate the criticisms i previously mentioned i simply wanted to say that this is going to be a problem for as long as pokemon keeps making money. this isn't me finger-wagging at anyone in particular (i certainly have no room to talk, i did say i liked scarlet), i just wanted to say: yeah, pokemon has been A Mess

"but halo!" you cry. "you talked like the negative reception was overblown! what gives the giant negative paragraph??"

because much like scarlet, i still really enjoyed this game sdfjnsdk. how can i say that with confidence, though, when i largely agree that there were many, many issues to be had with its performance?

the word of the day: expectations

and perhaps this is where my bias comes into it. whenever i play a spinoff game (like snap or pokepark for instance), i don't really go into it for mindblowing gameplay and stories, i do it for the same reason this series has kept me enraptured for over a decade of my life:

the pokemon themselves!!

there are SO MANY little things that the regular games don't go into, and while i have my own headcanons and OCs i can play off of, it is so much fun to see actual canon material acknowledge certain things you've only ever theorized about!!

the whimsicott were so fun to watch float around, the article asking where a furret's tail began and ended made me laugh out loud, the fact that they went hard into the "slowpoke tails are eaten as food" thing, and the "let's not get into that right now" jokes about venonat hunting other pokemon and dusknoir eating souls LIKE. i LOVE when pokemon goes into its more "serious" aspects. i know main series games do it too occasionally but outside of offhanded mentions or pokedex entries, do they go this hard into them? if they do and i'm just stupid pls tell me about it i'll eat that shit up

being reminded of less-talked-about pokemon is always a plus and how can you not pop off when you see one of your faves included in the story? (INTELEON AND WOOPER I'LL KICK THEIR ASSES 4 U) it's simply fun immersing yourself into the world of pokemon and getting a glimpse of what it would be like to have pokemon walking down the street and how that affects everyday life! maybe the story is basic, but it served its purpose and i had fun going along with it!

perhaps it's just my mental illness talking, but walking around and seeing all the pokemon and THEN doing the quiz girl's quizzes was actually kinda nice! even if the puzzles weren't that hard, i can't lie and say i didn't pump my fist when i guessed where the mystery was going like with cramorant swallowing the jewel or how the passimian statues needed to hold different berries. overall, i just enjoyed being reminded of how much i know and what i love about this series

also, the ways they incorporated the movie were pretty baller. i liked how they didn't just do a repeat of the mewtwo plot from the movie and let me tell you, even tho i called it early on, i liked that my suspicions about the aurora drop being deoxys were confirmed!! (i suppose it's not that hard to guess bcs what other pokemon comes from space, but i just recently finished playing omega ruby again and i normally don't think about deoxys a lot so LET ME HAVE THIS)

plus "i heard they made a movie about the R case" MADE ME SCREAM. i thought they were just going to ignore the movie and do their own thing but then they DID THAT. incredible. you can call my expectations low (which is valid) but holy fuck

so the TLDR for those who want this: if you want a sweet but cliche game exploring the world of pokemon with a lot of funny moments + worldbuilding, then this game is perfect for you. if you want a game with a groundbreaking story with graphics to boot, then yeah, you're not gonna find it here. i've even seen people say their own nostalgia of the original spinoff wasn't enough to get them to enjoy this game, so take my words with a grain of salt

i would say just watch compilations of the game on youtube, but not every youtuber is gonna go fully exploring the game for all of its little details, so if you care about that kind of stuff, buying the game is your best bet. also if you don't care about that kind of stuff then you should just ignore the game altogether etc etc anYwAY

as for a TLDR for the TLDR: new pokemon snap is goated and i would say a more enjoyable experience than this game esp if you didn't like it so PLEASE buy it the game's only 30 bucks and you can throw treats at pokemon PLEASE it has so many sidequests and interactions you can partake in PLEASE i prommy i won't bite PLEASE stick your fingers in my enclosure PLEASE PLEASE PLE

[autstic-anime-fan-06]

Detective Pikachu Movie Review

I watched Detective Pikachu last night and thought it was solid. I give it an 8.5/10.

I would love to live in Ryme City.

I think Pikachu looks adorable in live-action and now I want to have a Pikachu as a pet.

It had good twists. Roger Clifford was a good red herring.

I wouldn't mind giving the Pokemon games a try and perhaps it'll become my next hyperfixation.

@metal-autistic-coven

[ecargmura]

Detective Pikachu & The Mystery of the Missing Flan Short Review - The Cutest Mystery Short

Why does Pokemon keep releasing these shorts on a short notice? I was only informed of this because I saw this on my subscription box on Youtube and then my friend was asking if I saw it. So, I sat down and decided to watch it and…it was adorable. Maybe it’s because I’ve been watching Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions lately, but I’m falling for the mystery genre recently. Maybe it’s the reason why I enjoyed this short a lot.

It’s very short and simple. It’s basically Detective Pikachu and Tim Goodman trying to solve the mystery of Tim’s missing flan. The flan was in the refrigerator yet it disappeared within hours. Tim had initially pinned Munchlax as the culprit, but its only crime was stealing his banana. The way the duo used observation and gathered clues to find the culprit was nice to see. It’s simple and to the point.

The animation seems a bit different from the games. Pikachu and Munchlax look like they’re handmade plushes while Tim Goodman looks a bit different than he does in the game. Applin looks the best, honestly. It’s not plushy, but it looks like a ceramic apple. I think it’s really good for a rather simple short like this. I’d like to see more shorts animated like this.

I don’t know much about Detective Pikachu, but I can see their personalities well from this short alone. Pikachu is confident. Tim is a bit short-tempered and quick to assumptions. If anyone is familiar with the game, are these what they are like canonically?

I actually watched this short in three languages: English, Japanese and Korean. The voice acting for all three languages are really good. For the English dub, the cast of the duo is the same as the game. Pikachu is voiced by Kaiji Tang and Tim is voiced by Khoi Dao. For the Japanese dub, the duo actually have different voice actors from their game counterparts. In the games, Pikachu was voiced by Toru Okawa, but for this short, he’s voiced by Koichi Yamadera, a rather familiar name seen in Pokemon movies. Tim was voiced by Yuma Uchida in the games, but he’s voiced by Yuto Uemura for the shorts. Unfortunately, they never revealed the Korean dub’s casting list. What are your thoughts on the voice acting?

I do wonder if there will be more of the Detective Pikachu shorts. I hope they make more! This was so fun to watch! After much convincing from my friend, I actually bought the first Detective Pikachu game for the 3DS. I can’t wait to play it! Overall, what are your thoughts on this short? Do you also want to see more?

[whyisthisfrenchguymasturbating]

i NEED to stop listening to people on instagram hyping up books because what the fuck was that

[arogai88]

5/25/23: Post #15

Jess the Dragoon's Detective Pikachu: A Christmas Case

And while we're still on the topic of Jess the Dragoon, let's talk about this amazing Detective Pikachu animated fan film!

Detective Pikachu: A Christmas Case, as the title implies, takes place around Christmas time. Tim Goodman and his partner Pikachu are off to investigate some strange happenings in a theater, planning to host a Christmas special tonight. But things take a dark turn for the worst.

Can they solve the mystery of the Nolan Theater?

I'm not a huge fan of Detective Pikachu or any of the Pokémon games, but this was pretty cool to watch! The story! The plot twists! The animation! Everything about the movie was incredible!

Still... I would really like to see some more of Super Hero Clock, though. I guess we'll just have to keep waiting.... more....

If you want to check out the movie for yourself, click the link below!

▼Watch on Youtube!▼

Detective Pikachu ~ A Christmas Case ~

[ss-hikaru]

So I recently finished Detective Pikachu Returns and decided to make a shirt. I've wanted a Detective Pikachu shirt for a while now, but didn't have any inspiration until I saw the stamp you get for a correct deduction 😆

I quite enjoyed the game despite how simple the mysteries were. I liked how it worked in how pokemon don't really have motives or understand the world in the same way as humans.

I recall the first game being quite charming. This one was a lot sillier, but in a self-aware way, a bit like the movie was. It was almost just as entertaining to see my husband react to some of the dialogue in this game 🤣

[the-legendaryphoenix]

Thoughts on Detective Pikachu

Alright, I've been playing the new game am currently on the second case (the one with the snow and ruins, I believe) Honestly...

What the hell happened here? What the hell happened in development? The first case was cute, but somewhat ... hard to sit through. And a lot of animations seemingly get reused over and over during cutscenes.

Heck, I'd argue that Scarlet And Violet look better than this. That game, as undercooked and polarizing as it is... had more pleasing visual design and graphics.

The writing feels choppy and like a rough draft. There's one scene and plot point in between chapters that... just comes out of absolute nowhere. (if you've played it, you prolly know what I'm talking about.) I understand I'm definitely not the target demographic for pokemon anymore, but this just feels... off. I'm hoping it's just the beginning and that it improves later on, but from what I hear from a lot of others; this game is wracked with writing issues and all the like. It's either boring, uninteresting, infuriating, or simply just has missing potential.

I can find value in train wrecks. (I thought XY was a good game when I was younger and legit liked USUM, LGPE, and the Original Detective Pikachu) and I'm not one to conform to community opinions - gates to infinity is my favorite pmd game after all. But this, feels different.

There's effort and care put into it, of course, but everything just screams "this went through development hell." It's more subtle than ScarVi, but it's there nethertheless.

I hope i'll enjoy this game; but well...

it ain't lookin good.

[pokeficanada]

Super Mario Bros. Wonder Cover Story, Detective Pikachu Returns Review | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian talks with Game Informer editor Wesley LeBlanc about his experience visiting Nintendo and getting extended hands-on sessions with Super Mario Bros. Wonder as part of the latest Game Informer cover story. After that, MinnMax contributor and former Game Informer editor Bryan Vore joins the show to share his review of Detective Pikachu Returns. If you’d like…

[darkeraven22]

WB/Legendary/TOHO Detective Pikachu 2019 Movie Review Finale Part Four

ADMIT IT! Seeing Ryan Reynolds singing the Pokemon song as Pikacu was adorable! ADMIT IT! So that’s it. We got to the end of the movie. And yes. I did get a lot wrong, but I do love the twists and turns in the story and how things all fell into place in the end. Not sure about MewTwo’s new power he had just for the movie but… ok. Fair enough I suppose. So Tim returns to Rym City just as the…

[ursulakleguin-stan]

I Saw the TV Glow and on the review cards in the cinema afterwards someone wrote "i didn't know the detective Pikachu guy had it in him" and not to be annoying but, I did, I thought Justice Smith's performance in that was stella and he was the reason I even went to see the movie, also...wow did he have it in him in that film 😬

[jadeazora]

Some phone wallpapers for Detective Pikachu Returns!

We also have some reviews that tend to boil down to "a decent game, but the graphics hold it back." The general score given was a 3/5. (Compiled here by Joe Merrick.) Which I think is about what was generally expected.

[ritzcrackee]

shift zines #3 and #4! i review detective pikachu in #3 and have a gorgeous brief panic attack in #4 :3 also the marker bled through a bunch which i wasn't expecting BSKDKSKS

[ecargmura]

Detective Pikachu (3DS) Review

It's been a while since I last finished and reviewed a game, so here's my review of Detective Pikachu, which you can read on my blog!

[foxgirltail]

My review of the Mario movie (2023):

It's bad actually

I don't understand why people were saying it was similar to sonic or detective pikachu, it literally only survives by references to the games; which I did not feel was true for those other two

[arogai88]

5/6/24: Post: #27

Top 4 Underrated Indie Animators

Indie animation has gained in popularity over the years and is still growing to this day with new creators almost every year.

If you are looking for new to watch, here are some of my recommendations of some of the most underrated animators.

4. Sif Savery

I came across her channel back in—2019, I think?—and I really like her series Tales of Zale.

The series follows a young fox named Zale and his barn owl friend Elva going on adventures while trying to find his family. There are currently three episodes of the series with three mini episodes.

I think she definitely needs more recognition, because her animations are pretty awesome. If you grew up reading Erin Hunter or Katheryn Lasky's books, then this is right up your alley!

3. Dragonfoxgirl

I had watched one of her most popular animations, The Spider and the Butterfly, and it was awesome!

The Spider and the Butterfly is about a spider who dreams of flying in the air and become friends with a butterfly that makes her wish come true and become partners to the very end.

The soundtrack and the artstyle is very beautiful, and the story is quite touching. There are currently many shorts of the saga, including a music video, and as of writing, a new short is currently in the making.. I would definitely give this a watch, because I guarantee this will make you cry.

2. Jess the Dragoon

I've done multiple reviews on her in the past, but I decided to put her on the list because she falls in the category.

Jess the Dragoon is very underrated and her content definitely deserves more attention, because her animations are absolutely amazing! I was first introduced to her content when I watched Super Hero Clock.

Tick Bender, a young comic writer, has heard from his friend about criminals found mysteriously unconscious. But little does Tick know, he has powers that can bend time and there is more mysterious happenings brewing.

There are two episodes with five parts each and there are no current updates on future episodes as of writing. She also has other animations such as Detective Pikachu: A Christmas Case and Pusheen's Valentine.

Go check her out!

1. Brittany Robinson

Ya'll know I love Brittany Robinson and for good reason! I really enjoy her content and she really deserves a lot more attention!

I really like how she takes a game that she really likes and turns it into a fanseries, like The Pink Corruption (Just Shapes and Beats), Forbidden Song (Wandersong) and Cookie World (Cookie Run: Kingdom). She currently has other fanseries in the works as well as original projects too.

I definitely recommend checking her channel out! You won't regret it!

That is all for now! Tell me what you think about these animators! What are some of your recommendations? Until then, see you next time!

[ausetkmt]

The Daily Dot: Black People Question 'The American Society Of Magical Negroes'

The Sundance Film Festival’s recent screening of The American Society of Magical Negroes has stirred significant controversy. Natalie (@nataliethehero) discusses the hoopla, and its star’s recent comments in a trending clip with 289,000 views on TikTok. This satirical fantasy comedy, directed by Kobi Libii, has garnered many critical reactions, particularly from African American audiences and critics.

“This movie is a hard no,” said one of the commenters.

Others had words on star Justice Smith’s career. “I want Justice Smith to want more for himself lol,” wrote another person. Said another commenter: “Dude, I feel so bad for Justice Smith. He came out of the gate swinging w/ his career but has made/ been pushed into some bad duds.” “After “The Get Down” “Detective Pikachu” and “The Quarry” I thought Justice Smith’s career was going to take off :/ makes me sad,” wrote yet another person.

As mentioned by Natalie, journalist Robert Daniels, contributing to RogerEbert.com and renowned outlets like the New York Times, gave a scathing review, stating, “The American Society of Magical Negroes lacks politics, coherency, and the grand vision necessary for vast world-building.” His review paints a picture of a film with a promising start that ultimately fails to deliver a coherent message or meaningful critique of the anti-Black world it depicts.

As Daniels points out, the film begins on a high note but quickly descends into confusion, culminating in a hollow conclusion against its attempted humor. Daniels emphasizes the film’s failure in world-building and character development, particularly critiquing its protagonist, Aren, played by Justice Smith, for being frustratingly underdeveloped.

Smith revealed the film’s divisive reception from focus groups. In a discussion at Sundance, he highlighted the varying reactions among Black viewers, with some feeling triggered and others seeing reflections of their experiences. “Black people were triggered by seeing something that they weren’t ready to admit in themselves,” Smith shared, perhaps also defending Libii. He praised the film for showcasing the diversity within the Black community and pushing the boundaries of Black art.

However, reactions to Smith’s comments and the film have been mixed. Some viewers criticized the insinuated narrative that Black people who disliked the movie were too ignorant to understand it. Others expressed disappointment in the film’s focus on white-centric themes, hoping instead for a film that celebrated Black magic.

One viewer’s feedback encapsulates the general sentiment: “I saw the movie, and it’s just not as interesting as they think it is. It’s banal in its attempt at being provocative. It centers whiteness and placates the sensibilities of the group it claims to be critiquing.”

The American Society of Magical Negroes is billed as a satire of the Magical Negro trope, a concept widely criticized for perpetuating outdated and racist stereotypes in American cinema. The Magical Negro, typically a supporting character in film and literature, is often portrayed with mystical powers or unique insights, existing mainly to aid white protagonists. This trope, criticized by film director Spike Lee and others, is seen as a modern-day extension of racist archetypes like “Sambo” or the “noble savage.”

We've never seen microaggressive corporate racism?? Whaaat? WE have not only seen it, but lived it time and time again. What is unique about THIS rendition of surviving racism??— Denise – Pamela Denise Long (@PDeniseLong) January 21, 2024

The film’s intent to critique this trope and the anti-Black world seems lost in execution, as indicated by Daniels’ review and audience reactions. This disconnect raises questions about the effectiveness of satire in addressing complex racial issues and the responsibility of filmmakers in creating works that are both thought-provoking and respectful of the communities they represent.

Despite its star-studded cast, including David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan, Drew Tarver, and Nicole Byer, critics say The American Society of Magical Negroes struggles to balance its satirical elements with meaningful commentary. The film’s tepid reception at Sundance and its polarizing impact on the focus group suggest a missed opportunity to thoughtfully engage with critical themes surrounding race and representation in cinema.

Doubling down on the tepidness, the Hollywood Reporter writer Jourdain Searles declared, “Ultimately, The American Society of Magical Negroes is a film bogged down by its filmmaker’s inability to make the central joke work.”

As the film gears up for its theatrical release by Focus Features on March 15, how wider audiences will receive it remains to be seen. The discourse in this TikTok video suggests a need for more nuanced and respectful approaches to storytelling, especially when dealing with sensitive topics like race and identity.

However, a review from BlackGirlNerds.com writer Catalina Combs suggests the satire had hit its target, calling it “a must-see satire about what it means for Black people to protect and care for ourselves and each other.”

The film serves as a case study of the challenges and responsibilities of creating art that aims to critique societal norms. Its reception at Sundance and online underscores the importance of authenticity and sensitivity in storytelling, particularly when exploring themes of race and identity. 

The American Society of Magical Negroes presents a tricky narrative that has sparked significant debate and reflection. While its intention to execute satire on a problematic trope is clear, its execution may leave much to be desired. As the film industry continues to grapple with issues of representation and diversity, this movie stands as a reminder of the importance of thoughtful and respectful storytelling.