Once a franchise gets as big as Ace Attorney, things may start feeling repetitive and worn out for returning fans. Where other games may have tried to introduce some strange gimmick to forcefully make gameplay feel new, this wonderful 3DS title spices things up with an absurd storyline — even for Ace Attorney standards. Decade-old cold cases, bombings, and even defending a cetacean are only some of the many absurdities present in the game.
Not only that, but Dual Destinies also puts you in control of three different attorneys depending on the case at hand — the newbie Athena Cykes, one-time protagonist Apollo Justice, and the newly re-instated Phoenix Wright.
All of these individual factors come together to provide a fresh experience with a strong foundation in previous games.
Even if it sometimes feels much more like a traditional visual novel than an Ace Attorney investigation. The game that started it all may not be the prettiest or the most polished, but it deserves all the credit for bringing a somewhat forgotten style of gameplay back to the West.
The game is full of dark humor as well. Grim Fandango actually predates Ace Attorney, having been released in However, Ace Attorney players are still bound to love it. Set in the Land of the Dead, the game is rooted in film noir traditions and puzzles, and keeps the story very focused on conversation.
The game won a ton of awards and it is not unusual to see it listed as one of the best video games of all time. The story actually doesn't follow a lawyer, but a travel agent! However, like Phoenix Wright, he is on a journey to get to the bottom of things for his job.
This indie mystery game came out in and is beloved for its eye-catching art style and eccentric characters. It is a point-and-click murder mystery story that involves more exploring and interrogation rather than inventory-based puzzles. While its Steam account is piled with positive reviews, many fans have claimed that the ending felt abrupt.
Ignoring that factor though, the game is amazing in every other sense. Disco Elysium is like Ace Attorney in that you play as a detective and interrogate characters. What sets it apart is that it's a RPG. As the Steam description for the game stats, you can "Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.
The game won many awards and holds a score of 97 on Metacritic. It has voice acting, many choices that branch out, 24 various skills, items, and a fantastic cast of characters with a well-written story. With a total of five games to its name, the Trauma Center series was developed for both the Nintendo DS and Wii and had its releases from to Instead of Ace Attorney's court system as its main focus, Trauma Center was a game that featured medical stories.
Like Ace Attorney, the games are visual novels with welcoming gameplay elements mixed in. For example, the DS touch screen was used a lot for the mechanics of this series. Released in , Murder by Numbers is a visual novel and puzzle game. The game won a ton of awards and it is not unusual to see it listed as one of the best video games of all time. The story actually doesn't follow a lawyer, but a travel agent! However, like Phoenix Wright, he is on a journey to get to the bottom of things for his job.
This indie mystery game came out in and is beloved for its eye-catching art style and eccentric characters. It is a point-and-click murder mystery story that involves more exploring and interrogation rather than inventory-based puzzles. While its Steam account is piled with positive reviews, many fans have claimed that the ending felt abrupt.
Ignoring that factor though, the game is amazing in every other sense. Disco Elysium is like Ace Attorney in that you play as a detective and interrogate characters. What sets it apart is that it's a RPG. As the Steam description for the game stats, you can "Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.
The game won many awards and holds a score of 97 on Metacritic. It has voice acting, many choices that branch out, 24 various skills, items, and a fantastic cast of characters with a well-written story. With a total of five games to its name, the Trauma Center series was developed for both the Nintendo DS and Wii and had its releases from to Instead of Ace Attorney's court system as its main focus, Trauma Center was a game that featured medical stories.
Like Ace Attorney, the games are visual novels with welcoming gameplay elements mixed in. For example, the DS touch screen was used a lot for the mechanics of this series. Released in , Murder by Numbers is a visual novel and puzzle game. Like Ace Attorney, the story is a crime drama with witty banter and charming characters. In fact, the characters were designed by Hato Moa, the creator of Hatoful Boyfriend.
The setting is in Los Angeles and the main character is an actress-turned-detective that teams up with a trashed reconnaissance robot. This point-and-click indie puzzle adventure game has the player take the role of Agent A. This game expands upon the characters and story arcs introduced in the original and creates a heartfelt story with these previous connections. The cases feel more engaging and exciting, and alongside the excellent soundtrack, stands as another masterpiece by Shu Takumi. This was the first Ace Attorney game from a new perspective, and Apollo's character was engaging and lovable, along with his new ability to "Perceive".
Another hidden gem of the Ace Attorney series, many have played Ace Attorney Investigations 2 through the outstanding fan translation available online.
Not only is this another Japanese-exclusive game in the series, but it also stands out as another sequel better than the original. The game features improved puzzle mechanics, such as Logic Chess, and all cases are connected to the plot in a meaningful way. The game not only further deepens relationships formed in the first game, but allows character only mentioned in passing to become playable and shine. Justice For All is a worthy sequel to Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney , though it excels in different ways than its predecessor.
The intrigue of Edgeworth's disappearance combined with the introduction of a new Von Karma creates a curiosity that can only be sated by pouring over every word of the game. Akemi Kimura does a phenomenal job composing music for every mood and scenario, leaving a lasting impression for weeks afterward.
The game doesn't shy away from comedic moments either, having its share of fun with clowns and amnesia plots, but will throw you for a loop with its last case.
No exaggeration: Justice For All has one of the most intense moments of conflict and grey morality in a video game to this date. The game that started it all, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney remains a beloved classic in today's pop culture, but is it just nostalgia goggles?
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