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Unlike Phoenix Wright’s static courtroom standoffs, Edgeworth roams freely in 2.5D environments. You examine objects, talk to witnesses, and use the new Logic mechanic (combining two pieces of evidence in Edgeworth’s mind). It feels more like detective work, which perfectly suits Edgeworth’s analytical personality.
If you love the thrill of cross-examining witnesses on the stand, you’ll miss it. Edgeworth’s battles happen in hallways, offices, and crime scenes. The tension is different—more methodical, less theatrical. ace attorney investigations nsp
Here’s a review of Ace Attorney Investigations (specifically the NSP version for Nintendo Switch, which includes the HD remaster of Miles Edgeworth: Ace Attorney Investigations and its sequel). If you love the thrill of cross-examining witnesses
The sequel introduces Logic Chess —a timed, psychological interrogation mini-game where you choose conversational moves to break down a suspect’s lies. It’s tense, satisfying, and a fantastic addition. The sequel fixes this entirely
The NSP runs flawlessly. Handheld mode is perfect for the detailed sprite art and text-heavy dialogue. The remastered HD sprites are crisp, the load times are short, and the music (still iconic) sounds great. The Mixed / The Not-So-Good 1. Pacing Issues in Game 1 The first Investigations has a notorious third-case slump ( The Kidnapped Turnabout ). It drags, involves confusing airport/trade center logic, and overstays its welcome. The sequel fixes this entirely, but you have to get through it.
If you’re using a non-official NSP, note that some early dumps had issues with the English patch for Investigations 2 crashing on firmware 18.0+. The official eShop version is stable. Also, the collection requires about 4.5 GB of space. Verdict | Aspect | Score (out of 10) | |--------|------------------| | Story (Game 1) | 7 | | Story (Game 2) | 9.5 | | Gameplay Mechanics | 8 | | Switch Performance | 9 | | Value (Two games) | 10 |