Detective Pikachu
Nintendo 3DS · 2016
About this game
Detective Pikachu is an adventure game developed by Creatures Inc., published by The Pokémon Company, and distributed by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS.
The game is a spin-off of the Pokémon franchise, in which players work with a talking Pikachu to solve mysteries.
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A shorter, downloadable version of the game called Great Detective Pikachu: Birth of a New Duo was released in Japan in February 2016, while the full version was released worldwide in March 2018.
About Nintendo 3DS
The Nintendo 3DS (2011) added glasses-free stereoscopic 3D and a second analog input to Nintendo's handheld line, eventually building a library that rivaled the DS in size and quality. Because the eShop for digital purchases has since closed, physical 3DS cartridges are the only way to preserve access to many titles — a dynamic that's pushing more collectors toward cartridge-based copies even for games that were originally digital-first.
Gamevaro tracks Detective Pikachu for Nintendo 3DS with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €43.30 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €9.51 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €11.55 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €174.95 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €17.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.04 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €8.34 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.76 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €8.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €150.52 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €32.37 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €7.22 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €17.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €28.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €26.69 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €26.24 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €35.61 |
| 2026-07-11 | Item only | NTSC-U | €34.97 |
| 2026-07-11 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €30.60 |
| 2026-07-11 | New (sealed) | PAL | €52.00 |
| 2026-07-11 | Item only | PAL | €43.46 |
| 2026-07-11 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €39.84 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €32.36 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €30.68 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €39.57 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €11.54 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-J | €26.23 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €7.21 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €26.58 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Detective Pikachu has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Detective Pikachu worth?
Detective Pikachu for Nintendo 3DS is currently worth €43.46 loose, €15.04 complete in box, and €43.30 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Detective Pikachu rare?
Detective Pikachu has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Detective Pikachu?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Detective Pikachu, loose is €43.46 and CIB is €15.04 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Detective Pikachu worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Detective Pikachu is currently worth €43.46 loose, versus €34.97 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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