Nintendo DS · Adventure
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 (originally 2001) |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Ace Attorney |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2005, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is an adventure game developed by Capcom. This DS release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 2001.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Super Mario 64 DS. Among the 99 DS adventure games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ace Attorney series; on the DS you can also try Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Trials and Tribulations and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Justice for All. The series also appears on other systems with Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Justice for All (GBA) and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Trials and Tribulations (GBA). Capcom also made Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor's Gambit, Mega Man Star Force and Ōkamiden for the DS.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Infinite Objections | 220CEB73
00000005 |
|---|---|
| Unlock All Chapters | 220CEB72
00000050 |
| Infinite Screw-ups | 220CEB73
00000005 |
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney walkthroughs & guides
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Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney FAQ
When did Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney come out on the DS?
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005; the original game dates back to 2001.
Who made Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney multiplayer?
No. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is a single-player game.
How long does Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney take to play?
As an adventure game, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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