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Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 27
  2. Negative: 0 out of 27
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  1. Apr 22, 2019
    91
    It's been a long time since the original Phoenix Wright games released so this is the perfect excuse to play through them again and re-experience the thrill of each case. Also, the updated presentation is handled so well that it feels like a brand new collection of games.
  2. Jun 3, 2019
    90
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is perfectly at home on Nintendo Switch, its gameplay fun and engaging for players both new and old. Although it has one or two minor issues, the overall experience is one highly recommended to anyone looking for a new game (or three) to sink their teeth into.
  3. May 24, 2019
    90
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy brings three excellent classics from Capcom to the Switch and the games are highly recommended to those that have yet to play the series. The port itself could bring some improvements, therefore, long time fans might only be interested in this due to the convenience of replaying those classics in a modern platform.
  4. Apr 16, 2019
    90
    Overall, the Switch port is almost everything I wanted in a new port. It runs and looks great almost all throughout and makes good use of the Switch hardware. I would’ve loved to see Capcom include some extras like trailers or galleries like the Mega Man ports. If you’ve never played these games before, you need to get them on Switch.
  5. Apr 10, 2019
    90
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy has been charged on the counts of – highly entertaining and delivering players with a trio of excellent games. On these charges, the court finds the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy guilty. Capcom has also been found guilty on the lesser charge of providing players with three games for an affordable price and for offering gamers a great value. The judge has sentenced the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy to be classified as one of the Switch’s best early 2019 releases.
  6. Apr 9, 2019
    90
    The Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is a title that everyone who loves a great well-written story should have and one that current fans can still enjoy returning to once more.
  7. 90
    Ace Attorney remains one of my favorite franchises of all time, and I have loved the opportunity to play through the trilogy again on Switch. Though it lags a little in the middle with some less-than-stellar cases in the second game, the Ace Attorney Trilogy is still an incredible story with wonderful characters, memorable plots, and satisfying mysteries to solve. With little more than a new coat of paint, the Trilogy collection manages to be the perfect way to experience the story of Phoenix Wright whether you’re a rookie lawyer or a great ace attorney.
  8. May 21, 2019
    85
    Despite feeling that this was a bit of a missed opportunity, the Phoenix Wright Trilogy on the Switch has now become my recommended way to experience this classic story thanks to its various quality of life updates and solid price point.
  9. Apr 11, 2019
    85
    The title incorporates very ingenious mechanics on how to be a lawyer / detective in a video game, it has written unforgettable plots and characters and it is extremely intelligent in the use of the soundtrack and its silences. Your Honor, this game is excellent.
  10. Apr 9, 2019
    85
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is a satisfying collection of mysteries, many of which are still as sharp as when they were first published. Sure, certain aspects of these games feel a touch dated compared to some of the newer, edgier visual novels out there, but few can top Phoenix and friends when it comes to charm. This HD update is a bit barebones, but, overall, these classics are well-represented.
  11. Apr 15, 2019
    80
    The Trilogy is as good as we remember it to be. there is nothing new in this collection, but newcomers will discover a true gaming gem and one of the industry's finest storytelling experiences.
  12. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    Ultimately, despite its flaws as a remaster, Ace Attorney Trilogy is still the same set of phenomenal games it has ever been. Even after all this time, it’s easy to see how these games have influenced so many people so deeply. Newcomers will definitely feel frustration at some of the ways these titles have aged, but will surely exit with just as much of a full and rich experience as those who played them over a decade ago.
  13. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    With its amazing writing and unforgettable characters, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is catchy right from the start and up to the end of the game.
  14. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    Over a decade after their first releases, the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy collates and returns the courtroom sleuth to the limelight in style. As funny and gripping as it ever was, fans of crime dramas as well as language and logic puzzles are going to love Wright's redux.
  15. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    Three games that are as fresh and clever as the first time they released on the GBA. There's barely any improvement, and we lament the absence of a Spanish translation, but it is difficult to make an "objection" given the three games are finally releasing on every platform.
  16. 80
    Now built for consoles rather than exclusively as a handheld title, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy still maintains the same charm and gameplay the series has always been known for over the years while looking cleaner than ever.
  17. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    Whether you’ve been defending the helpless for years or are fresh off the bar exam, the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is a collection you don’t want to miss.
  18. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    20 years after its first release, the Ace Attorney series reminds us how strong and unpredictable Shu Takumi's writing feels. With those linked three episodes, there is no reason not to enter the courtroom once again, even though Capcom could frankly have worked on some tiny options and bonuses to please the fans of old Nick.
  19. Apr 9, 2019
    80
    Decades after paving the way for later quirky, comedic adventure games with anime influences, the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy brings the minimal updates needed to touch up an enchanting, silly and timeless collection.
  20. 80
    Ace Attorney Trilogy is a modestly priced collection of thrilling adventures that highlight the best narrative arc in the series thus far. The writing is smart, the narrative is enthralling, and the characters are charming if not kooky. There’s a personal concern that the newer and cleaner art direction will put off some series purists and the cases can feel a bit slow in some parts, but otherwise, this is the best the series has ever looked and played and easily worth your attention.
  21. Apr 8, 2019
    80
    The original Ace Attorney is – dare we say it – almost 20 years old, which is remarkable when you consider just how well it holds up 2019. Sure, it’s been ported plenty of times and the jump to Nintendo DS certainly helped shake off the retro cobwebs, but as a piece of interactive history, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is as utterly addictive and truly rewarding as it was back at the turn of the millennium. Whether you’re brand new to the world of virtual defence law or a veteran attorney, Phoenix Wright’s first adventures are still a fine set of cases to undertake.
  22. Apr 24, 2019
    78
    This remaster is the most appealing version of the original trilogy as its entirely readapted to HD. Even though Capcom have done a vague adaptation — as it lacks of new functions such as dialogue history, it’s still a worthwhile entry though. Nintendo Switch turns out to be the best version overall.
  23. May 16, 2019
    75
    It is a shame Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy doesn’t do anything special for today’s age of gaming, but everything that is done, is flawless. The graphics aren’t anything special, but they are crisp and get the job done. While I wish more were added, such as rotational storytelling, the franchise itself might need a possible reboot to better fit in with modern-day elements. Perhaps an open world-based game with visual storytelling elements like text at the bottom?
  24. Apr 9, 2019
    75
    No-frills port of the classical lawyer adventures preserves the original charm.
  25. Apr 9, 2019
    75
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is a solid collection of courtroom dramedies, but far from essential for fans.
  26. Apr 9, 2019
    70
    Full of quirky characters and the convoluted cases to solve, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is still a great visual novel adventure, and it's been thoroughly spruced up for modern consoles. It's not the most adventurous of remasters, but there's a real charm to these games that's great for newcomers as well as fans revisiting the series.
  27. 70
    The sheer age of the games are beginning to count against them but Ace Attorney still remains exhibit A in how to make even the silliest story-based games fun and engaging.
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  1. Apr 9, 2019
    I could watch Phoenix coyly and confidentially slap documents while presenting them in court all day.
  2. Apr 12, 2019
    The remastered games look great on a big-screen TV, but I highly recommend the Switch version. Ace Attorney was designed as a portable game, and it’s best experienced that way, as if you were playing through a great crime novel — one that involves ancient spirits, clueless judges, and a never-ending supply of inexplicable plot twists.
  3. Apr 9, 2019
    Rest assured – these are a fantastic way to revisit familiar adventures for existing fans and a must-play in the genre for everybody else. At last, they’ve got a current release definitively worth bothering with.
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 105 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 105
  2. Negative: 10 out of 105
  1. Apr 9, 2019
    10
    The differences to the 3DS release of the trilogy are minimal, but I've had a blast playing this regardless. It remains a great visual novelThe differences to the 3DS release of the trilogy are minimal, but I've had a blast playing this regardless. It remains a great visual novel experience. This version gives access to 10 save slots, which is convenient.

    If you haven't played these games yet, I'd argue that this is the best way to do so. On Switch, you can play it both on TV and as a handheld game. If you're into story-driven games with mysteries to solve, I recommend the Ace Attorney series, and this is the perfect place to start.
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  2. Apr 9, 2019
    8
    I love the Ace Attorney series. Solving mysteries in a courtroom setting is a genius idea for a game in my opinion. The characters areI love the Ace Attorney series. Solving mysteries in a courtroom setting is a genius idea for a game in my opinion. The characters are charming and the stories are intriguing and keep me on the edge of my seat. The games really test my intelligence with the mysteries. They remind me of these books called Encyclopedia Brown where you have to figure out mysteries too. As much as I love this series, I can't defend the fact that this version is nearly identical to the 3DS version and other versions of the game. You have to pay full price too, which sucks. Full Review »
  3. Apr 10, 2019
    10
    Not sure why the reviews need something new to fit their fancy. This is a great port of a timeless classic, with redefined graphics andNot sure why the reviews need something new to fit their fancy. This is a great port of a timeless classic, with redefined graphics and responsive controls. Currently the best way to play the game. Full Review »