Professor Layton and the Unwound Future

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 186 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 163 out of 186
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 186
  3. Negative: 9 out of 186
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  1. skads7
    Nov 8, 2019
    7
    La historia es sida de los grandes, pero los personajes son muy interesantes, es el único juego donde a Layton, se le da un poco de desarrollo argumental (Menos mal) y los puzles, son de los mejores de toda la saga. Creo que es sin dudas, junto al caja de pandora, de los mejores Profesores Layton que hay
  2. funkydoodycool
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    Most of the 5 points I've awarded this title are for the story, which is lovely, as in previous Layton games. Unfortunately the gameplay lets it down - many of the puzzles are rehashes of those from the previous games, and some really clutch at straws - some really convoluted questions and solutions.

    The graphics have improved from the previous title, and there are a lot more animated    Most of the 5 points I've awarded this title are for the story, which is lovely, as in previous Layton games. Unfortunately the gameplay lets it down - many of the puzzles are rehashes of those from the previous games, and some really clutch at straws - some really convoluted questions and solutions.

    The graphics have improved from the previous title, and there are a lot more animated sections that add exposition to the tale. Layton himself shows a different side throughout the story, fleshing out the character beyond his desperate need to be a gentleman.

    Side missions this time around include the completion of 3 sticker books, where you need to place the correct stickers on the correct pages to tell the story; a radio controlled car game where you have a limited number of direction-changing arrows to guide the car to the end; and a parrot delivery game in which you draw perches to guide you parrot to it's goal. You get to name the parrot when you meet him - the potential for hilarity is great ;)

    These side missions add a lot of time and value to the game, and provide some of the most difficult puzzles on the cart.

    Fans of the series will surely enjoy this, but the challenge is slight compared to the previous two titles.    … Expand
  3. DeusExMachina7
    Mar 2, 2013
    7
    Sorry to say, but I just didn't feel this as much as I felt the others in the series. The location got pretty old quick, puzzles could be guess and checked which is exactly what you don't want to happen. The story was also pretty farfetched. Now I know, all of the stories are farfetched, but this one was so out of it. I could count several plot holes that arose from the last few twists,Sorry to say, but I just didn't feel this as much as I felt the others in the series. The location got pretty old quick, puzzles could be guess and checked which is exactly what you don't want to happen. The story was also pretty farfetched. Now I know, all of the stories are farfetched, but this one was so out of it. I could count several plot holes that arose from the last few twists, and this seriously ruined the experience that Layton is known for. I will give credit, however, for that emotional ending, and for some puzzles that did keep me engaged. It was just the weakest of the series, that's all, and that's still saying a lot, since this entire series is fantastic. Disappointing, on a medium scale.… Expand
  4. phishyphishy
    Oct 24, 2014
    7
    Play If: You enjoyed previous Professor Layton games. If you were the kind of kid who insisted on grabbing a puzzle book for a long car ride.

    Don't Play If: You are the kind of person who gets easily frustrated with puzzles and quickly jump online to find the answer. Or, have an issue with unbelievable and problematic stories.
  5. ZangBang
    Oct 30, 2022
    5
    53/100
    The Unwound Future takes the series' old cast of endearing but flat characters and gives them more nuanced, well-rounded personalities, also thanks to a captivating story that explores their past and relationships, intrisically tied with the detective narrative. The story doesn't take itself seriously enough to make the stakes feel real at times, but remains compelling thanks to a    53/100
    The Unwound Future takes the series' old cast of endearing but flat characters and gives them more nuanced, well-rounded personalities, also thanks to a captivating story that explores their past and relationships, intrisically tied with the detective narrative. The story doesn't take itself seriously enough to make the stakes feel real at times, but remains compelling thanks to a rich setting and an exciting investigation that introduces new and old characters in the narrative in an organic way. The writing gradually builds towards the reveal of its driving mysteries with clear, subtly placed clues and an excellent foreshadowing, making them, as outlandish as they are, deeply satisfying. All of this is greatly elevated by the series' memorable, distinctly orchestral soundtrack and its unique, lively soft art style. As usual, the story doesn't leave much if any agency to the player to lead the investigation, but the puzzle collection is the most entertaining and diversified in the entire series so far, with a nigh-perfect balance of highly stimulating and charmingly illustrated deductive, observational and logic challenges, almost entirely deprived of the more monotonous mathematical types. That being said puzzles are slightly but noticeably easier than the previous installments, making for a somewhat less compelling gameplay. The minigames are also at their strongest, with the Parrot and Toy Car minigames offering widely different but equally entertaining planning challenges that are simple but require precise, mindful strategy. The Illustrated Book is a lot less profound and a little too easy, but charming.    … Expand
  6. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 3, 2023
    5
    Another point and click puzzler from the cartoon sleuth. Different story, exactly the same game.

Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best DS Game of 2010
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#6 Most Discussed DS Game of 2010
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#12 Most Shared DS Game of 2010

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 57 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 62
  3. Negative: 0 out of 62
  1. games(TM)
    Jan 20, 2011
    60
    As a standalone adventure, The Lost Future can't help but disappoint once its bite-sized, unimaginative nature begins to show through. [Issue#102, p.120]
  2. Gaming Target
    Jan 18, 2011
    88
    If you haven't picked up Unwound Future yet, do it. If you haven't played any of these games yet, what are you waiting for?
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  3. N-Europe
    Jan 18, 2011
    80
    A more-than-worthy sequel in this inherently awesome franchise. Once you start playing, you won't put it down. That's a guarantee.
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