3DS: Master Detective Pikachu (Nintendo)

2018 | Console Games | Nominees

Here’s what the expert jury had to say: Pikachu sets out on a quest with the young boy Tim because his father has disappeared, and mysterious events are piling up in a variety of richly detailed settings. Alongside Tim and Pikachu, children wander through cities, parks, and buildings, experiencing a mystery-filled adventure. The exciting story, interesting characters, many familiar Pokémon, and plenty of text and puzzles provide hours of fun, keep young players eager to read, and challenge their problem-solving skills. 

Ages 8 and up