The Great Ace Attorney 2 - The Resolve of Naruhodo Ryunosuke - (Smartphone Version) Review and Impressions: Unpredictable plot twists and well-executed plot points

Better late than never, I've finally finished the mobile version of "The Great Ace Attorney 2".
I was so satisfied with the content that I decided to write an article about it as a kind of review.
I'll try to write this in a lighthearted way, without giving away any major spoilers, so that even people who haven't played the game can read it.

Overall Introduction

Like the previous installments in the series, this one is quite substantial.
And it's not that the content is redundant; the volume comes from the depth of the case itself.
The initial picture of the case changes dramatically as new facts emerge, ultimately leading to an unexpected conclusion.
The brilliance of this scenario is unmatched in the entire series.

The balance between the investigation and courtroom segments is excellent, allowing for a comfortable level of tension throughout the game.
The early stages of the series had some shortcomings, such as the investigation parts being too long and the way the plot points were set being unclear.
However, in recent years, I seem to have found a good balance, and I don't particularly feel stressed anymore.

Regarding the story content, since it's labeled "2," you definitely won't be able to fully enjoy it unless you've played "The Great Ace Attorney 1."
However, you won't have any problems if you're not familiar with any of the other works in the series besides The Great Ace Attorney.
From my experience, when earlier works are released after the first installment, they often seem to try to create connections within the series in an almost manipulative way.
However, this game rarely gives that impression, and you can play this series without any problems.

Mysteries and plot points that were left unresolved in the previous film will be thoroughly explained in this installment.
Even when the plot points were revealed, it wasn't anticlimactic; instead, it made me think, "Ah, I see!"
The ending is neat and tidy, showing a clear intention not to drag things out, which I find very appealing.

thoughts

I really want to write my thoughts, but if I do, it will spoil the story, so my review ends up being almost completely devoid of substance.
very sorry.

Many of the titles are parodies of Sherlock Holmes' works, and the content itself is also full of parodies.
For serious fans, playing the game might allow them to deduce the truth behind the story from the original work's ending.

Episode 1: The Awakening and Adventure of the Lawyer Girl

Although it's a tutorial-like section, there are no gameplay parts, allowing you to purely enjoy the excitement of the courtroom segments.
Before you even have time to ponder the question of why that character from the previous game was killed, the courtroom battle begins.

Episode 2: Memories of a Misty Night

This incident is closely related to the events in the previous work.
Looking back, it was a complicated incident, involving a combination of various motives and intentions.
However, I am truly impressed by the way it is structured in a way that doesn't feel complicated.

Episode 3: Future Science and the Return of the Ghost

This story gave us a glimpse into the human side of prosecutor Van Zieks.
The way the truth was revealed, starting with the person I suspected was the culprit, was thrilling.

Episode 4: The Twisted Man and the Final Farewell

This could be described as the first part of the final episode.
The structure of the case changes one after another, keeping the player on a thrilling and surprising spree.
The process of seeing all the previous plot points being revealed one after another is incredibly satisfying.

Episode 5: The Resolve of Naruhodo Ryunosuke

The final episode features the unseen mastermind, yet the truth surpasses the player's expectations, making it a game you'll want to play through in one go.
This game is packed with content, and at this point, you'll want to play it all in one go.
The background music also adds a cool touch to the climax, building up the excitement.
And in the end, we had to rely on the great detective.

summary

"The Great Ace Attorney 2" was the most polished and complete game in the series.
If you've ever played Ace Attorney, I can confidently recommend this game.
With the smartphone version, you can easily play anywhere, just like reading a novel.
Please give it a try; think of it as a high-quality, full-length mystery novel.