Trials of Innocence

About

Trials of Innocence is a single player casual role playing game with 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…

Skip User Reviews

95%Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

story32 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game is a heartfelt and impressive tribute to the Ace Attorney series with a compelling and interconnected story that improves significantly after the initial cases.
Characters are well-developed, likable, and the game features charming art and animation that capture the spirit of Ace Attorney while retaining its own identity.
Music and soundtrack are highly praised for enhancing atmosphere and immersion, with multiple standout themes supporting emotional and narrative moments.

The English localization is notably rough with numerous typos, grammatical errors, awkward phrasing, untranslated text, and inconsistent quality that can hinder immersion.
The first case and sometimes the second case are considered weak or unengaging by many players, leading to a slow start that may deter some from continuing.
Some gameplay elements, particularly the confrontation minigame, can feel frustrating or unclear, and the user interface lacks polish including clunky presentation and lack of sound effects.

story
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
60%
3%
The story is praised for its complex, well-structured narrative with compelling characters and clever, impactful plot twists, especially shining in cases 4 and 5. Although the early cases and English localization can be rough and occasionally disrupt immersion, persistence is rewarded with an emotional, engaging, and humor-infused mystery that fans of courtroom games eagerly enjoy. Overall, the story stands out as a strong, original take on the genre, earning high praise despite some translation flaws.
- “While the start isn't that engaging, just stick with it because the end half are really good, with some plot developments I really didn't see coming (but are actually quite cleverly hinted at throughout the game).”
- “There's also the unfortunate truth of the first two cases basically being tutorial cases, and being a bit less engaging than the next three, but cases 4 and 5 are masterpieces in storytelling.”
- “There was one plot twist in particular that I did not predict until the moment it happened, and watching it play out while realizing there had been clues left all along was one of the highlights of my experience.”
- “It's not all bad, but often enough you get pulled out of the story trying to figure out what was actually meant to be said.”
- “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 it takes only 30-45 minutes from the lemon village to point A and just minutes to point B, which undermines the plot's credibility.”
- “The shapes of the mystery in case 4 and 5 are well designed, but impactful story moments are ruined by incomplete localization.”
music
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its emotional impact, catchy and fitting compositions, and strong jazz influence, effectively enhancing atmosphere and storytelling. Several standout tracks and character-themed pieces are noted, contributing significantly to player immersion despite occasional repetition and minor audio design issues. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major strength, comparable to well-regarded series like Ace Attorney.
- “Oozing charming and touching character/plot writing, character design and art direction that's full of life, and enchantingly purposeful music: it's apparent that this game has so much love and passion put into it by the talented developer team.”
- “I loved each character even Schubert; their designs were unique, each one was perfect, and to top it off they have incredible OST for each character and it suits them, especially Stella OST and the Brainstorming OST—I get chills when I hear it.”
- “The story hits hard, the soundtrack is catchy, the twists are unexpected, and the characters show genuine development over the course of the game.”
- “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.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
67%
8%
The gameplay closely resembles the Ace Attorney series, featuring a familiar investigation-trial loop with some fresh mechanics and well-executed fast debate sections. While generally praised for its engaging and innovative elements, it suffers from occasional frustrating or repetitive moments, clunky mechanics like the rebuttal system, and a rough translation that can hinder player experience. Overall, it is recommended for fans of Ace Attorney who appreciate a polished spiritual successor with some unique twists.
- “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.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The game's graphics feature a well-executed, appealing art style heavily inspired by Ace Attorney, with colorful and engaging character designs that enhance the overall vibe. While the artwork is praised for its beauty and ability to immerse players, some characters have less effective or static visual presentation, and the limited animations can make scenes feel less dynamic. Overall, the visuals successfully support the game's tone despite a smaller budget and occasional stylistic drawbacks.
- “I really like the game's art style and the designs of its characters; all of them were written to be entertaining at the very least, and at 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.”
- “The art style is very nice, and the influences from Ace Attorney are clear and very lovingly done.”
- “This is not helped by how her artwork makes her look extremely whiny and petty instead of cool.”
- “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.”
- “Visually, the game offers appealing character designs and aesthetics, though it lacks expressive animations, resulting in characters appearing somewhat static.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a charming and lighthearted humor reminiscent of Ace Attorney, blending witty dialogue, fun character interactions, and a balance of outlandish and serious storytelling. Despite noticeable translation errors and occasional awkward timing in sound design, the humor and indie charm consistently shine through, making it an enjoyable and approachable mystery experience.
- “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.”
- “Yes, the localization is riddled with errors and awkward English, but the charming writing and humor still shine through if you let it.”
- “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
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a deeply emotional experience through its charming character writing, lively art direction, and purposeful music, evoking genuine feelings in key story moments. Despite some localization issues that occasionally distract from important narrative beats, the well-crafted and emotionally rich story, combined with strong performances, creates a heartfelt and engaging atmosphere.
- “Oozing charming and touching character/plot writing, character design and art direction that's full of life, and enchantingly purposeful music: it's apparent that this game has so much love and passion put into it by the talented developer team.”
- “The scene at the end of case 4 made me emotional because of the voice acting performance, story narrative, and song that all play together.”
- “The characters in this game are wonderful, the narrative is well crafted and emotionally rich, the art is lovely and the music is banging.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game features charming and well-crafted character development with vibrant, appealing designs and expressive spritework that enhance its emotional impact. While the writing is strong and the characters exhibit notable personality, some critiques mention a lack of expressive animations, making certain characters feel less dynamic visually. Overall, the character development reflects the developers' passion and attention to detail.
- “Oozing charming and touching character and plot writing, character design and art direction that's full of life, and enchantingly purposeful music: it's apparent that this game has so much love and passion put into it by the talented developer team.”
- “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.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game features excellent voice acting that enhances the storytelling, but its optimization is hampered by occasional UI performance issues, such as 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.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is highly immersive, effectively enhanced by exceptional music that complements each scene and deepens 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.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional minor glitches and quirky English translation, with some spacing issues likely due to language differences, but overall remains stable and understandable.

Skip Game Offers

Buy Trials of Innocence

Trials of Innocence
€16.49
See offer on Steam

172h Median play time

172h Average play time

172-172h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like Trials of Innocence

97%1.7kreviews

Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane

2023

Casual Puzzle

97%868reviews

Murders on the Yangtze River

2024

Role Playing

93%3.9kreviews

The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles

2021

Puzzle

98%918reviews

Ace Attorney Investigations Collection

2024

Action Adventure

85%3.7kreviews

AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES

2021

Action Adventure

+10

92%194reviews

Staffer Case: A Supernatural Mystery Adventure

2023

Puzzle

84%1.7kreviews

Murder by Numbers

2020

Action Adventure

99%2kreviews

of the Devil

2025

Action

81%613reviews

Urban Myth Dissolution Center

2025

Action

91%594reviews

Return to Shironagasu Island

2020

Action

More games like Trials of Innocence

Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Trials of Innocence is a casual role playing game with 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 Trials of Innocence 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, AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES and others.

Trials of Innocence

Platforms

About

story

music

gameplay

graphics

humor

emotional

character development

optimization

atmosphere

stability

Buy Trials of Innocence