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Anime homage to Phoenix Wright
In this episode of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, the characters find themselves at a turnabout dinner table, trying to get to the bottom of a mystery. If you've played Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (and you really, really should have), you may spot some awfully familiar mannerisms that give the homage away.[Thanks BPM!]
DS mega list shows Phoenix Wright 2, more
If you thought Reggie was skilled at assaulting posteriors and acquiring names, you'd best beware of the author of one highly comprehensive fact sheet that was pulled from Nintendo's press website. A tipster sent us the document in question and, upon reading the list of currently planned titles and their projected release dates, we experienced something that could best be described as a seizure of delight. If the epic list is to be believed, zany courtroom adventure (and DS Fanboy favorite) Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is receiving a sequel in October. The rest of the document also contains a bunch of unannounced titles (none of them from Konami) and some specific release dates, including one for Star Fox DS. Another click will take you to the complete list. Trust us, it's a good read. [Thanks, Ryan F!]
Phoenix Wright goes budget in Japan
Still can't find a copy of the fantastic, "we're running out of good adjectives" Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney? Perhaps it's time to import a copy from Japan, especially now that Capcom has slapped a new and unnervingly attractive price tag on the game's box. The new price translates to about $26, a small amount of money considering the sheer amount of hilarious courtroom hijinx contained within the tiny DS cart. And yes, the Japanese version has an English language option. [Thanks Siliconera!]
Phoenix Wright calls iTunes to the stand
Capcom of Japan sends news that the soundtracks to all of the Gyakuten Saiban (Phoenix Wright to you and me) games will be hitting the Japanese iTunes store, each song fetching a price to the tune of about $1.25. Complete albums will go for between $8 and $20. (Converted to American currency for your convenience.) The music in Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney certainly spurred you on to point out that final contradiction just as the shady witness was cracking, but I don't think it would work as well when detached from the game. I think prolonged exposure to it in its seperate form is likely to result in feelings of elevator claustrophobia, along with a strong desire to play the full game. Still, I'd like to see Capcom's musical endeavor succeed, if only for the reason that it might prompt them to throw some more Mega Man remix soundtracks on Apple's download service. I could listen to the Mega Man 2 title screen music or the theme from Ring Man's stage all day. Any other great Capcom tunes you'd like to have on your MP3 player? [Thanks mandarin! Strange image from Siliconera.]
TAKE THAT! New Phoenix Wright stock available
In case you weren't paying attention when we warned you of this last month, online import shop National Console Support now has fresh copies of fantastic lawyer-em-up, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, in stock. If you're GUILTY of not owning the game, we'd suggest you take advantage of Capcom's reprinting before we set the psychotic Manfred von Karma on you. While you're at it, get yourself a classy shirt too. [Thanks Mike!]
Phoenix Wright shirt: HOLD IT!
We just can't get enough of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney. The game has wormed itself into our very thought patterns, with even a normal conversation between friends becoming an unbearable struggle against suddenly objecting and pointing out the many contradictions in their testimonies. Naturally, there's no way we could possibly overlook this awesome attorney apparel. Follow the link, place your order and look ridiculously stylish as you slam desks and point dramatically![Thanks Christopher!]
More Phoenix Wright copies on the way?
If you've been reading this site for a while, you'll know that at just about every available opportunity, we tend to go on and on about how wonderfully hilarious the DS lawyer-em-up, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, is. You'd also be aware that the game has sadly become increasingly hard to track down (especially online). Seemingly discontinued, availability of the title has become more and more anemic, just as demand for it has become more and more ravenous. Well, relief may be in sight, as online retailer National Console Support reports that more stock is on the way. The game's page says that a new production run of the game is scheduled to arrive at the end of March. Interestingly enough, the game's European release also happens to be scheduled for the end of March. Seeing as National Console Support deals with import titles, it might not be out of line to suggest that this new production is, in fact, referring to the forthcoming influx of European copies. If this is indeed the case, the game's US shortage will likely continue. At least it'll give a few more people another chance at getting their hands on one of the DS' top titles, provided they can put up with absolutely dreadful European box art. [Thanks Jenny!]
Revolution controller in Phoenix Wright?
Whilst playing the most excellent Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, I came across the dramatic scene pictured above. In the hilarious courtroom adventure's first chapter, Phoenix has to carefully debunk the testimony of one Mr. Sahwit, a shifty fellow who claims to have discovered the bludgeoned body of a model in her apartment. Look carefully at the supposed cordless telephone to the right. Doesn't it look a tad familiar, almost like a certain revolutionary controller? Note to self: Nerd!
Revolution Spotting: It's in the testimony, Your Honor
I was playing the most excellent DS game, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, when I was presented with the above image. In the hilarious courtroom adventure's first chapter, Phoenix has to carefully debunk the testimony of one Mr. Sahwit, a shifty fellow who claims to have discovered the bludgeoned body of a model in her apartment. Upon attempting to contact the police, he realizes that the nearby cordless phone does not work and instead rushes to a payphone in a park. Though the evidence suggests that the phone was non-functional due to a power failure, I have a different (and embarassingly lighthearted) theory: That's no telephone, it's the Revolution controller! Note to self: Nerd!
Capcom vaguely commits to the Revolution
Okay, now this is getting ridiculous. For some reason, developers seem to enjoy answering in ambiguous, wishy-washy and altogether non-committal ways when questioned about the Revolution. "Ah, yes, I've heard of the Revolution. It's very exciting." "Are you developing for it?" "I'd love to!" "Is that a yes?" "Well, it has this wacky new controller...I bet we could do really amazing things with it." "Is that a yes?" "I think it's wonderful that Nintendo is trying something out there, you know?" "Are you going to answer the question?" "I'd love to!" "Is that a yes?" And so it goes. Speaking to the Official Nintendo Magazine in the UK, Capcom developers did little to buck the trend and offered some insight into their vague plans. Atsushi Inaba (President of Clover Studios) said that Nintendo had not formally asked about a Viewtiful Joe title as of yet, though he would be delighted to oblige if they did. He expressed interest in utilizing the controller for Joe's actions, as well as some uncertainty as to how exactly the many VFX powers would be implemented. Minae Matsukawa (Producer of Phoenix Wright) pointed out how cool it would be to develop for the Revolution, but that he was far too busy with the French localization of Ace Attorney to commit to a next-gen entry in the franchise. Finally, Tsukasa Takenake (Designer of Mega Man Battle Network 5) had the most interesting thing to say: If fans want a first-person perspective Mega Man game on the Revolution, he'd be willing to give it a (charge) shot. Interesting! In summary, it looks like we can, with a fair degree of certainty, expect Capcom to probably make some kind of Revolution game at some point. Maybe. We're sure they'd love to. [Via Ownage.nl, GameFront]
Phoenix Wright: DS Spokesperson
The Siliconera team was kind enough to point us towards this hilarious Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney trailer and it would be a cruel injustice not to share it with you lot. Originating from last year's Tokyo Game Show, the translated video sees Phoenix Wright putting competing attorney Edgeworth in his place regarding his disgraceful lack of knowledge regarding the DS. "I mean, seriously! Why does the system have 2 screens?" The clip's an exceptionally well done, tongue-in-cheek promotion of the game and the system it's on. If you still haven't experienced the joy of playing it, consider this a motivating kick in the pants.
