Great puzzles, weak story
posted by CylanthMN (MINNEAPOLIS, MN) Nov 4, 2012
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This is the 5th Professor Layton that has been released in the US, but the 1st for the 3DS. Like before, the game is about the main characters solving a mystery, while doing a bunch of puzzles and mindbenders in the process. This new version is based in a Vegas/Monte Carlo themed city.
Positives: Great puzzles, nice graphics, polygonal characters instead of 2D, cutscenes look great with 3D effect on, lots of side content, you get to learn more about Professor Layton's background
Negatives: Weak and predictable story, lame antagonist, 3D effect is lousy for regular gameplay, some poorly implemented adventure parts, some puzzles get recycled too much.
Conclusion: Fans of Professor Layton definitely need to get this game, its a great entry into the series, and the upgraded visuals make a big difference. The 3D effect doesnt work well, though, and the story is pretty lame, especially compared to The Unwound Future (which i personally consider is the best in the series). Still, its all about the puzzles, and there are a bunch of them, some of them very clever. Game will take about 20 hours to complete, with a lot of extras to waste time with.
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