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Review of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney on Nintendo DS

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Feb 2008
Cover image of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney on DS
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: DS DS logo
Released: 19 Feb 2008
Genre: Visual Novel / Adventure
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

Introduction

Believe it or not, this is the fourth entry in the infamous Ace Attorney series, where you play as lawyer-apprentice Apollo Justice. It's like Law & Order but with way more mood swings and a lot less Sam Waterston. Strap in, because it's time to prosecution-crossover your way through some ludicrously entertaining courtroom drama!

Gameplay

Gameplay in Apollo Justice is a delightful mix of investigating crime scenes and yelling at witnesses in court. Yep, that's right! You get to traverse various environments with your stylus, questioning suspects that seem to be perpetually on the verge of a nervous breakdown. And if you're thinking about taking a more traditional path, the D-pad is there for you. Each case has the player looking for evidence that can be either presented in court or can be collected for future arguments, much like cramming for a big test but with slightly more life on the line. The trial sections bring the sensitivity of a courtroom drama, featuring intense cross-examination sessions where every word counts! Your job? Catch witnesses lying as you press them with evidence that would make Sherlock Holmes proud-and if possible, shout "Objection!" into your DS microphone. Because nothing screams authority like yelling at your hand-held device. And just when you thought the game couldn't throw more surprises at you, it introduces the "Perceive" system! This nifty feature allows you to not just listen to witness testimonies but to watch their minute ticks, similar to spotting tells in poker. Imagine Sherlock Holmes crossed with a particularly insistent kind of dad; that's Apollo for you.

Graphics

The graphics may not quite have us gasping for air, but they are colorful and expressive enough to keep you entertained as you interrogate civilians and help your client avoid the electric chair (or whatever fate worse than death the game might conjure). It's comic-style art that stays true to the series' quirky vibe. You'll catch your reactions ranging from sympathy to sheer disbelief as you encounter numerous off-the-wall characters that you're sometimes not sure whether to laugh at or send to therapy.

Conclusion

In conclusion, 'Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney' may not be as legendary as its predecessors but it sure knows how to keep you hooked. Between all the courtroom drama, absurd cases, and the absolutely ridiculous characters, it's a great ride for those 18+ who are keen on investigative mysteries and courtroom antics. If you've ever wondered what it would be like to argue with a digital prosecutor while catching flies and dropping evidence like it's hot-this is your chance. So, grab your DS and prepare to deliver justice to those who deserve it! Or at least fumble your way through cleverly scripted chaos-either works!

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