Ace Attorney Fans Rejoice: Capcom Launches New Collection of Courtroom Thrillers

Capcom has revealed a new Ace Attorney trilogy during their 2023 games showcase. The first game in the visual novel adventure series, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, was released in 2001 for Nintendo's Game Boy and has since been ported to various platforms, including the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Windows as part of the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy. The series is widely recognized for its contribution in popularizing visual novels in the western market. With 11 games in the franchise to date, fans are eagerly anticipating a new release that will potentially tie up loose plot threads. Spin-offs of the Ace Attorney series include Investigations and its sequel, as well as The Great Ace Attorney, which features Miles Edgeworth and Ryonosuke Naruhodo (Phoenix Wright's ancestor from the late 18th century) respectively. Additionally, a crossover title, Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, was released exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS in 2014.

The Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy, recently announced by Capcom, is set to include the widely acclaimed games Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies, and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice. The first game in the trilogy introduces a new protagonist, Apollo, who takes over as the legal system plunges into a dark age. Phoenix, the original protagonist, loses his lawyer's badge due to false charges and fabricated evidence. While a re-release may not be as thrilling as a brand new title in the franchise, it is a great opportunity for gamers who missed out on these highly-rated Ace Attorney games. With a Metacritic score that has never gone below 75, the franchise has certainly earned its reputation. The release of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy means that all of the mainline games in the franchise are now playable on modern hardware.

The release of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney trilogy in early 2024 promises to bring players the same sense of satisfaction that is unique to the franchise. Although an exact release date has yet to be confirmed by Capcom, further details are expected to be announced in 2023. The game is being developed for multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.