Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney
- November 29, 2012
- Capcom
Professor Layton VS Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney combines two very different but still complementary series into one exciting experience for your handheld.
"Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney" is a crossover game featuring expert investigator Layton and ace attorney Phoenix Wright. Together with their assistants, they uncover the mysteries of the magical city of Labyrinthia, where witchcraft is feared. Players solve puzzles, gather information, and cross-examine witnesses to prove clients' innocence in court, with new group cross-examination features.
Reviews
- The Phoenix Wright segments are fantastic and engaging, offering a unique twist by allowing players to question multiple characters at once.
- The game combines enjoyable puzzle-solving elements from Professor Layton with the courtroom drama of Ace Attorney, creating a fun and challenging experience.
- The game features charming aesthetics and animated scenes that enhance the overall enjoyment.
- The Layton parts of the game are frustrating and illogical, leading to a poor experience for players familiar with the series.
- The ending of the game is unsatisfactory and leaves many plot holes, requiring a DLC update for clarification.
- The pacing can be slow due to a bloated script, and some characters feel underdeveloped.
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is dense and engaging, enhanced by impressive visuals and character interactions, but it suffers from pacing and plot issues, leading to a DLC update aimed at addressing significant plot holes.
“The game features a dense, dark, and engaging story that looks and sounds fantastic; seeing the characters interact is a joy.”
“Layton's brain-teasing puzzles and Ace Attorney's rigorous courtroom circus make for a surprisingly good match, despite some pacing and plot issues.”
“This game actually had to make a DLC update that explained all the plot holes in the title.”
“The story felt disjointed and left many questions unanswered.”
“Character motivations were weak, making it hard to connect with the narrative.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are noted for their charming aesthetics and engaging animated scenes, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users criticize the clashing art styles and the two-dimensional feel of the characters, which can detract from the immersion. Additionally, a bloated script may hinder the pacing, impacting the visual storytelling.
“The graphics are stunning, with charming aesthetics and beautifully animated scenes that bring the game to life.”
“The vibrant visuals and attention to detail make every environment feel immersive and engaging.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
“clashing art styles.”
“a bloated script can slow the pacing to a crawl.”
“characters can feel two-dimensional.”
Critic Reviews
Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Review
Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is a
75%Professor Layton VS Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Review
Professor Layton VS Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney combines two very different but still complementary series into one exciting experience for your handheld.
90%Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney Review
Layton's brain-teasing puzzles and Ace Attorney's rigorous courtroom circus make for a surprisingly good match despite some pacing and plot issues.
80%