Pikachu Talk App to Bid Farewell on Google Home & Assistant Devices

Fans of Pokémon's beloved mascot, Pikachu, will be disappointed to learn that the "Pikachu Talk" app available on Google Home and Assistant devices will soon cease to operate. The interactive app provided users with an engaging and amusing experience, allowing them to converse with Pikachu using the character's signature phrases.

Since its launch, the Pikachu Talk app has offered fans the chance to communicate with the iconic Pokémon using classic catchphrases, such as "Pika-pi!" and "Pi-kaaa-chuuuuuuuu." Pikachu even sang a rendition of "Happy Birthday" to users. However, the fun will come to an end on June 13th, 2023, with the app's discontinuation, as noted in a message shared by GoNintendo, stating, "So that you know, Pikachu won't be available starting June 13th."

Users attempting to engage with Pikachu through their Google Home speaker or the Google Assistant app on Android or iOS devices will encounter a message informing them of the app's unavailability post-June 13th. Google has decided to remove third-party voice apps and games from their Home and Assistant platforms, leading to the Pikachu Talk app's termination on the mentioned date.

However, there is still hope for Pikachu fans, as the Pikachu Talk app is expected to remain accessible on Amazon Alexa devices, at least for the time being. Although, given the recent developments, the app's future availability on Amazon devices could also change. Details about the duration of Pikachu Talk's continued accessibility on Amazon Alexa devices have not been provided.

While the discontinuation of Pikachu Talk on Google Home and Assistant devices is sure to sadden Pokémon enthusiasts, Amazon Alexa users can still enjoy the app's features and engage with their favorite characters until further notice. Fans will have to wait and see if the app will continue to thrive on other platforms or if it will meet a similar fate as it has on Google devices.