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There should be more games like this for the DS

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 10
Date: October 13, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I finally got a DS and one of the first "older" games I tried to hunt down for this wonderful system was Phoenix Wright. I've been "Jonesing" for this game for awhile now. It's unique and entertaining. The choices for the court sections can be kind of linear but it's too much fun to not "love" this title.

This is the type of game that makes the DS so unique and proud to say that "I own this system". More games should take note and follow in it's footsteps. This is a must buy for any DS library.

Other titles in this type of catagory that are must buys are: Trauma Center and Trace Memory.

This system was made for these types of games. These games are why I will always trust in Nintendo for high quality and interesting games. Game on!!

An interactive twist for the Law & Order crowd

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: November 14, 2006
Author: Amazon User

This is unique game that takes a keen eye and the ability to remember small details. Many times, whether or not you're successful will depend on how good you are at finding inconsistencies in testimony, or things that "just don't sound right".

The animation is very lo-tech, where each scene is just a stationary backdrop. If there is a character you are interacting with, they will cycle through their 5 or so generic facial states as it suits the dialog. There is a *LOT* of reading, and unfortunately, some of the characters love to talk.

The music is simple and infectious, the interface is easy to navigate either via touch stylus or buttons, and you can save your state in the game at any time, so you can take the cases at your own pace.

It's a unique game that is just a rewarding as it is frustrating. The characters are interesting, and if you own a DS, this game is worth having.

Phoenix Wright: Fun for all the right reasons

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: March 03, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I got Phoenix Wright because I'd heard so much about it. Glowing reviews, people obsessed with the game, I have never met anyone who didn't enjoy playing through it, so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm so glad I have. It's an addicting game, and gets you hooked from your first case. You could spend hours playing the game and marvel at how fast the time's going by (and how late you are to class). Although this game is text-based, you fall in love with the characters in the game because of how well-developed they are. It's like reading a really good mystery novel, but even better because you get to serve justice in the end. Also, it makes being a lawyer fun which is strange because I never thought of it as a very amusing job. It has just the right amount of humor, drama and tragedy. I loved it. I just finished the 4th case and am about to start the 5th one. I am also definitely getting the sequel to this game, Phoenix Wright: Justice for All. Trust me when I say that you can never get enough of Phoenix.

One of the best for the Nintendo DS!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 11
Date: August 08, 2006
Author: Amazon User

This game is a lot of fun. From the start to the end you will be sucked into this game and will not be able to put it down. Interviewing witness's, finding clues, cross examinations in court. There is a lot to do and it is fun and invigorating. Buying this game will not leave you dissapointed, only wishing for more.

Made me want to be a lawyer

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: April 06, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I originally laughed at the idea of a lawyer themed DS game. However, wanting to be a lawyer myself, I just had to pick it up. This is one of the best, deepest, most interesting games I've ever played. As Phoenix Wright, a rookie lawyer, you must defend 5 clients who are all charged with murder. The evidence is heavily stacked against you, which is part of the fun. The cases are never boring, and each one has at least one twist which (for me) made the game impossible to put down (until my battery died). The game gives you some cushioning in that you cannot lose unless you object without base (present evidence that doesn't contradict the testimony) 5 times. This, of course, forces you to think like a lawyer and carefully consider every segment of the case. Although at times the actual law is off, and some contradictions are almost impossible to find (though this makes your need to think even greater), Phoenix Wright:Ace Attorney is a wonderful game for people who enjoy stories with depth and a game that actually makes you think. It even made me want to become a lawyer even more than I already did.

No Objections!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: April 14, 2007
Author: Amazon User

When I began playing "Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney", I saw exactly what it was people like about it. The cases take interesting turns and sometimes you never really know (sometimes until the moment you make a guess) who the real killer is. Investigating crime scenes and asking witnesses is fun but the best part is going to trial. It's very difficult at times but at the same time it's an interesting puzzle. You have to find contradictions in witness testimony by presenting evidence or pressing further into the matter.

There's a lot of reading in this game, more than usual for a video game. I would say that about 70% is reading and the rest is investigation, presenting evidence, and pressing witnesses. Sometimes I felt I was reading a mystery book rather than playing a game. Very fun and entertaining game!!!

A great game.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: June 01, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is a great and innovative game. There has never been a game like it before. The game-play is exquisite, the characters are hilarious, and the music is top-notch. Probably the best quality about this game is how unique it is; there has never been a game like this before. Instead of just running around blowing things up like in most games, you have to use your head and try to figure things out. You constantly have to pay attention to various details because you never know what may be important. Overall, this is a great game.

Think of Matlock, except with a good sense of humor!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: July 23, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Reviewed for Big Boss Games by: KBN

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney for the Nintendo DS is the story of a rookie defense attorney. Fresh out of Law School, Phoenix isn't quite as confident on the bench as he needs to be. Luckily, he has his mentor and veteran lawyer Mia to assist him through his first trial. Phoenix, Mia, Maya (Mia's younger sister), and a slew of other characters will come into play throughout the 5-chapter adventure. Phoenix must not only prove himself in court, but also out in the world where he and Maya must gather evidence, talk to witnesses, and finger the real culprit.

Phoenix Wright is one of those interactive story type games that are so prevalent in Japan. When at a crime scene, you must search the area for clues. Using the stylus, you will scan suspicious areas, 'borrow' vital clues from people trying to hide them, and expand your knowledge of an area for when you're in court.

The microphone also comes into play in Phoenix Wright. When in court and Cross-Examining a witness, you have the option to either call for more information or raise an objection. You can do this via the touch screen buttons, or by yelling: "HOLD IT" or "OBJECTION" into your DS system. It doesn't sound like a feature you'd use too often, but some of the prosecuting attorneys made me angry enough to enjoy yelling at them, before debunking their tower of lies!

The stylus also comes into play with the evidence itself. Often, you will be given a map or a photo in which you need to identify the flaw in a witness' testimony, or a trial-altering fact, which has been overlooked.

Phoenix Wright is broken into five chapters of play. Each one is a unique case, but fits into the overall story. For example, the murder weapon from case one will come back into play in case two, where it was again used as a weapon of murder. The characters you meet, help, and intimidate in earlier chapters will come back to help you again in later stories, and sometimes characters will follow you between stories, being a constant help or a constant hindrance. By chapter 5, you will not only be investigating crime scenes and interviewing witnesses, but you'll also be using puzzle solving, and forensics tools to help pinpoint a killer and save your client from incarceration.

Phoenix Wright is a classic-in-the-making and a game that I'll be glad to hang onto for a long time to come. The courtroom proceedings can run a bit long, so it's not a game you can really just pick up at anytime, unless you have a great memory for detail, as the game does utilize a save anytime feature. It sounds short, but can give you hours of entertainment. Sadly, there isn't much replay value. Once you figure out how the murder was done and how to prove it it's not as easy to forget. In some instances, you'll be stuck in a cross-examination when the answer suddenly hits you. After hours of thought, you're not likely to forget it, but you'll have a great sense of achievement nonetheless.

Phoenix Wright is an overall great game, worth the money to play through it at least once, and an asset to classic gameplay with a great Touch-Screen spin.

Sometimes it's hard to decide how to prove a witness is lying, even if you know what they're lying about. You need to be VERY specific at times, which can often lead to a 'Guilty' verdict for your client and a 'Game Over' for you.

Overall Score: 5 out of 5 STARS!

The Nintendo DS is the new home of the point-and-click adventure

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: January 04, 2007
Author: Amazon User

As rookie defense attorney Phoenix Wright, you are presented with a series of independant cases, most tied together by reccurring characters. The game was originally released for the Game Boy Advance in Japan; the final case, which adds new DS-specific controls, was added for the DS release.

All cases except the first (which is mainly a tutorial) alternate between the investigation phase and the courtroom phase. During investigation, you can move between various locations to gather clues and information about your client and the case. In the courtroom, you use this information to question witnesses, unravelling the holes in their testimony. If you get stuck in either phase, the game will usually give you a clue on how to proceed.

To me, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney hearkens back to the golden days of the PC point-and-click adventure games, and shows just how well the touch screen and stylus of the Nintendo DS can be used to control games of this style. I am very much looking forward to the American release of the next Phoenix Wright game in January 2007.

I have NO objection!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 8
Date: January 06, 2006
Author: Amazon User

In this game you play a lawyer trying to prove your client's innocent while revealing the true murderer. This court thriller is riveting to the point where sleep deprivation seems a grand idea. The characters are enticing even if you know who the murderer is, you still wait for the final verdict. It's challenging but not so much to deter you from playing on and on and on... Each case is intriguing and you truly wish to keep on playing.

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