Many Pokemon enthusiasts are unaware of the intriguing origin behind Pikachu's name. For fans of the Pokemon series, the endearing yellow critter known as Pikachu is instantly recognisable.

Pikachu's name has a hidden meaning that many Pokemon fans don't know about. If you know anything about the Pokemon franchise, you've probably seen the adorable yellow creature we all know as Pikachu.

Narrator: The Pokémon in "Detective Pikachu" have a new look, and they've never seemed more real or terrifying. That's in large part thanks to this guy. RJ Palmer: I'm RJ Palmer, I'm a concept ...

Like everyone who grew up with Pokémon, I wished they were real and also my friends. This was the fantasy the anime sold so effectively; Ash, Misty, and Brock often had their favorite creatures ...