Trials of Innocence

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Trials of Innocence is a single player casual role playing game with drama, mystery and anime themes. It was developed by 猫龙游戏 and was released on March 25, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Trials of Innocence is an indie courtroom detective game developed by C&D Games in China. This Game is a remake of a mobile game originally released in China in 2015. Enjoy a fully localized experience crafted entirely by a talented Chinese team! ◆In a modern, fictional courtroom, players will defend clients, delve into mysteries, uncover the truth behind murder cases, and exonerate the…

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

story30 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Engaging and intricate story with interconnected cases and impressive plot twists, especially strong from the third case onward.
Well-crafted characters that are likable and have good development; the writing has humor, charm, and emotional depth.
Gameplay mechanics are solid, improving upon and innovating the Ace Attorney formula with unique courtroom and investigation features; the art and music are excellent and immersive.

English localization is rough with frequent grammar, spelling errors, awkward phrasing, untranslated text, and inconsistent quality, which can detract from the experience.
The first case (and to some extent the second) is considered weak, confusing, or a slow start that may discourage players early on.
Some UI and audio design issues, such as lack of sound effects on UI interactions and clunky interface elements during debates or examinations.

story
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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58%
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The story is widely praised for its engaging, well-structured narrative with compelling characters and cleverly intertwined cases, delivering memorable plot twists and emotional depth reminiscent of the Ace Attorney series. While the English translation has some rough spots, it doesn't significantly detract from enjoyment, and the game balances humor and seriousness effectively. Overall, the story captivates players with its originality, complexity, and satisfying resolution, leaving many eager for a sequel.
- “The plot twists are on par with Ace Attorney's greatest moments; case 4 in particular was shocking.”
- “The story is original yet recognizable, with familiar elements and larger-than-life characters alongside genuinely unexpected and powerful moments, and an overarching plot that gets tied up nicely.”
- “The story though is phenomenally good, very well-told and well-structured.”
- “There's far too much going on with the story in my personal opinion.”
- “Cons: there are some frustrating logic flaws: for instance, during the second case, a major plot point is that nobody can get from point A to point B in less than 10 hours; however it is later revealed that to get from the lemon village to point A it takes 30-45 minutes and from the same village to point B it's also a matter of minutes (since the people who first arrived at point B did it very early in the morning).”
- “The shapes of the mystery in case 4 and 5 are well designed, but impactful story moments are ruined by an incomplete localization.”
gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
68%
9%
The gameplay is heavily inspired by the Ace Attorney series, featuring familiar investigation and trial mechanics enhanced with some unique twists like "underwater brainstorm" and fast-paced debates. While generally praised for its solid and engaging design, some players find parts repetitive or confusing due to rough localization and a dense tutorial. Overall, fans of courtroom visual novels will appreciate its well-executed, Ace Attorney-style gameplay with fresh elements.
- “Gameplay uses the familiar investigation–trial loop, alongside a magatama equivalent, and the unique confrontation and 'underwater brainstorm' mechanics which aren't complex but are cool nevertheless.”
- “The gameplay manages to stand out with the fast debate section, which forces you to think on your feet.”
- “Trials of Innocence is clearly inspired by the Ace Attorney series which I love, and I feel this game's writing (both story and humour), music, and gameplay are on par with that series.”
- “The gameplay can feel a bit repetitive, since you spend long stretches just reading dialogue before finally getting the chance to interact.”
- “There were some frustrating gameplay moments: for example, I didn't realize for a long time that there was a way to see the defense discuss a testimony as a whole (the cross-examination UI is slightly different than most other Ace Attorney-like games).”
- “The first case, serving as a tutorial, unfortunately overwhelms players by introducing numerous mechanics and unnecessary pieces of evidence simultaneously. For newcomers, this approach can create confusion rather than ease players into the game's mechanics naturally.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
33%
9%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality, fitting atmosphere, and character-specific themes, often enhancing emotional and climactic moments. While some find it occasionally repetitive or interrupted, the soundtrack is considered catchy, memorable, and on par with inspirations like Ace Attorney, with several standout tracks that resonate strongly with players. Overall, the soundtrack significantly contributes to immersion and enjoyment despite minor audio design inconsistencies.
- “I loved each character even Schubert; their designs were unique, each one was perfect. To top it off, they have incredible OST for each character, especially Stella's OST and the Brainstorming OST—I get chills when I hear it.”
- “The translation is a bit rough and the first case is a little awkward to get into, but stick with it and you'll find a rewarding, rich narrative with amazing characters, a wonderful soundtrack, and incredible twists.”
- “This game is clearly heavily inspired by the Ace Attorney series, and it often has the same vibe with colorful visuals, characters that range from wacky to complex, and a lot of absolute banger soundtracks in both the investigation and court sections.”
- “Music is occasionally a bop but often a little repetitive, mostly because of the way it's triggered during gameplay.”
- “The OST itself is fine, but nothing on the UI produces sound, which makes the UI feel even less responsive despite the transitions being technically instant.”
- “I also noticed that the music occasionally stopped at awkward moments, breaking the immersion.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a well-executed and appealing art style heavily inspired by Ace Attorney, with colorful character designs that range from entertaining to complex. While the artwork effectively immerses players in the mystery, some characters appear less expressive due to limited animations. Overall, the visuals complement the game's vibe, despite a smaller budget and fewer assets than mainline titles.
- “I really like the game's art style and the designs of its characters, and all of them were written to be entertaining at the very least; at the very best, compelling and multi-faceted.”
- “While some characters are more well-designed than others, the team overall really nailed it with the vibe and aesthetic.”
- “In addition, while the budget is not as big and there are nowhere near as many assets as a mainline Ace Attorney game, Trials of Innocence always had enough artwork to immerse me in the mystery.”
- “This is not helped by how her artwork makes her look extremely whiny and petty instead of cool.”
- “Visually, the game offers appealing character designs and aesthetics, though it lacks expressive animations, resulting in characters appearing somewhat static.”
- “In addition, while the budget is not as big and there are nowhere near as many assets as a mainline AA game, Trials of Innocence always had enough artwork to immerse me in the mystery.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a charming and lighthearted sense of humor reminiscent of Ace Attorney, blending witty dialogue and fun character interactions with murder mystery elements. Despite some translation errors and occasional glitches, the humor, quirky style, and playful tone consistently shine through, making the experience enjoyable and approachable.
- “Anyone that wants a taste of the funny, lighthearted, courtroom vibes that Ace Attorney brings with a mix of wonderful indie charm and heart to it definitely needs to play this game.”
- “Even though it’s centered around a murder case, the game manages to have a good sense of humor—a funny story within a murder story, which keeps the mood balanced.”
- “There are a lot of fun character interactions, humorous dialogue and style that many other Ace Attorney clones don't really nail down in my opinion.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers genuinely emotional moments through its well-crafted narrative and strong characters, enhanced by appealing art and music. However, presentation and localization issues sometimes distract from key emotional beats, slightly hindering the overall impact. Despite early doubts, many players found the emotional storytelling engaging and unexpectedly moving.
- “There were moments where I genuinely felt emotional.”
- “The characters in this game are wonderful, the narrative is well-crafted and emotionally rich, the art is lovely and the music is banging.”
- “When the game is emotional, it succeeds in spite of the actual lines that characters are saying.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is marked by vibrant and appealing designs with detailed spritework and backgrounds that capture a distinctive charm. While the writing quality is strong and the game is lengthy, some characters lack expressive animations, making them feel somewhat static despite their cool visual presentation.
- “They did not spare any effort with the character designs, spritework, backgrounds, etc. Characters move, emote, and exude that iconic AA charm.”
- “The quality of writing was great, character design was good, and the game is surprisingly long.”
- “Vibrant, the character designs are cool.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly immersive, with the music playing a key role in enhancing the mood and drawing players into each scene. Users consistently praise the soundtrack for effectively complementing the overall experience.
- “I was always immersed in the story and atmosphere of each scene, and that's always a good sign that the music was doing its job.”
- “On top of that, the music was amazing when it was playing, really adding to the atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features strong voice acting that enhances immersion, but its optimization is marred by occasional UI performance issues, including jitteriness and sluggish responsiveness during key problem-solving moments.
- “The UI occasionally suffers from performance issues during critical problem-solving moments, causing noticeable jitteriness or sluggish responsiveness.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is generally solid but occasionally affected by minor glitches and awkward English translation issues, including spacing inconsistencies stemming from language differences. Despite these quirks, understanding the content remains manageable.

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Trials of Innocence is a casual role playing game with drama, mystery and anime themes.

Trials of Innocence is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 172 hours playing Trials of Innocence.

Trials of Innocence was released on March 25, 2025.

Trials of Innocence was developed by 猫龙游戏.

Trials of Innocence has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Trials of Innocence is a single player game.

Similar games include Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane, Murders on the Yangtze River, The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles, Ace Attorney Investigations Collection, Best Served Cold and others.

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