Let's solve puzzles, like gentlemen. The Prof. Layton series thread. Last Spectre is out!

General Discussion
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The Prof. Layton series are games revolving around solving puzzles. Each game in the series has at least 150 puzzles to solve in the main game.
The games were released on the NDS, and are, IMO must have games if you own an NDS.

There are 5 games in the series atm; 3 of which are available in English-
Prof. Layton and the Curious Village
Prof. Layton and the Diabolical Box (aka Pandora’s Box in Europe)
Prof. Layton and the Unwound Future (released a few weeks ago)

Much of the puzzles in each game are really fun and creative, and you can also download additional weekly puzzles to your NDS via WiFi.
Also each later game has a code that can be used with the previous game to unlock some extra puzzles or susomething

The biggest gripe with the series though, in my opinion
]stories. The initial idea and concept given for the stories are interesting but when you discover the truth about them…they become ridiculous…even more so in the 3rd game [spoiler=U. Future

[details=Spoiler]Time travel is not possible, but building a gigantic robot WITH RUNNING GEARS IN IT AND HUNDREDS OF WEAPONS is possible within 5 years…also an underground city with its own population.

I mean they could’ve made the story about FIXING the time anomalies instead, that would’ve made more sense, especially Claire’s appearance in the game.[/details]

Add to that the random revelations that just seem to come out of nowhere[/details]
Still the characters and interactions are very well done, especially the voice acting.

The 4th game in the series (The Spectre’s Flute) is expected to come out next year in English. This game is a prequel detailing the first meeting of Layton and Luke and their first case/adventure together. This game is part of a trilogy which acts as the prequel to the Layton series.
The 5th entry is an anime movie which you can find online subbed, titled The Eternal Diva.
The 6th game was just announced in Japan as The Mask of Miracles, being the 3rd and final part of the trilogy, here’s it trailer-
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Looks like they’ll be using the improved processor in the 3DS for the puzzles and the characters are now 3d models. So far I like what I’m seeing, and despite the story elements shown, there will be a very logical, albeit lame reason for all that’s happening.

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I love the Layton games. I have beat both 1 & 2, and was waiting to beat Ys 7 (which I beat last night) to start part 3. So I’m probably gonna start today.

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Love the Layton series. I’m surprised how the Japanese became fans of an artstyle that is more European/Western than anime since I heard about the anime movie, I was like WTF? Ranking them I’d have to say It’s 1 > 3 > 2, at least in terms of variety mix of puzzles. 2 felt a bit too technical whereas 1 had most of the “riddle” entries. 3 on the other hand was a bit technical but it was done in engaging ways I didn’t feel like each riddle was a chore. I like riddles more and wish they were there more often.

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^ Agree with everything above, but I haven’t picked up 3 yet.

Hopefully more people see this thread and pick up the games.

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I finished 1 and am playing 3.

There’re certain types of puzzles that I just can’t figure out though. I have to use a guide for them. :frowning:

Also, trick questions are evil!

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Looks like the EU release of the game also got it’s name changed slightly from the US ver.
Anyways, the game made it on the front cover of a UK newspaper!
The Lost Future and the Awesome Newspaper Chris’ Ramblings

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Let’s get hype, like gentlemen-



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played and beat them all. I love the series even if the stories get kinda crazy. I can’t wait for the new games and the eventual Layton vs Phoenix Wright.

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Totally forgot about Layton vs. PW =O
For those that don’t know, Last Spectre is the first of a new trilogy. Said trilogy taking place BEFORE The Curious Village.

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Last Spectre trailer:
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The US version will also feature and RPG-like mode called Layton’s London Life…which won’t be available in the EU versions of the game =V

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Bump!
The game’ll be out in a few days, also have some Layton vs. Gyakuten images!

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damn didn’t realize how soon it was coming out. gotta check CAG to see if there are any deals.

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So is there really a PL movie coming out?

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Yes there is an animated movie that takes place AFTER Specter, I think it was released in the US on DVD isn’t it?

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Just beat the 4th game, it had some hard puzzles IMO, but otherwise a fun game.
Make sure to get the US ver. as it also includes an additional mode: London Life which apparently EU won’t get.