what is the best playthrough for ace attorney 2

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Is Ace Attorney 2 a good game?

Overall, the game is a positive addition to the series and received an excellent sequel as its reward. The creators of the Ace Attorney games (particularly Shu Takumi) often find their footing after creating a game, and are able to build upon it to make a sequel better than the original.

Is there a guide for Ace Attorney trilogy?

We've got a whole suite of Ace Attorney Trilogy guides, including spoiler-free walkthroughs for both this game's successors - Justice For All (Ace Attorney 2) and Trials & Tribulations (Ace Attorney 3) .

Does Ace Attorney hold up in court?

No sir. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is the real deal: as a game, it holds up in a court of law. Made in only 10 months by a team of 7 people, the game stars classic characters with wonderful arcs and resolutions, unforgettable music, and poignant ideals and messages throughout its whole being.

What is a breakdown in Ace Attorney?

One of the most well-known and beloved aspects of the long-running Ace Attorney series is the over-the-top breakdowns. A breakdown is a unique animation that signifies either the defeat of a character after their lies are exposed or that a character is facing a truth that they're not mentally capable of handling.

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Introduction

Hello, welcome to our Great Ace Attorney 2 guide. I’ve recorded my answers for others to view in case there is anybody struggling to get through the game.

Episode 1 – Adventure of the Blossoming Attorney

If you’d rather watch a video walkthrough, please see the link to the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Hm3rGMVE2tDYY5JEXS2-dbDq76OEpvu

Episode 2 – The Memoirs of the Clouded Kokoro

If you’d rather watch a video walkthrough, please see the link to the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Hm3rGMVE2tDYY5JEXS2-dbDq76OEpvu

Episode 3 – The Return of the Great Departed Soul

If you’d rather watch a video walkthrough, please see the link to the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Hm3rGMVE2tDYY5JEXS2-dbDq76OEpvu

Episode 4 – Twisted Karma and His Last Bow

If you’d rather watch a video walkthrough, please see the link to the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Hm3rGMVE2t1s50Iws4cKew7b69f1Ex5

10 Uendo Toneido

This was a very unique breakdown as it involved a witness rather than a culprit. Uendo has Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) where a person develops separate entities known as alters. Uendo has four alters. This was the key to his excellent rakugo as he switched between these alters to envoke unique performances.

9 Matt Engarde

Matt was already an engaging villain, pushing Phoenix Wright and his allies to their limits. So naturally, his final breakdown was just as entertaining and dramatic to watch. Once Phoenix exposed his guilt, Matt realized his days were numbered.

8 Kristoph Gavin

The overarching villain of Apollo Justice and the one directly responsible for Phoenix's disbarment, he had two very satisfying breakdowns over the course of the game. The first was a shorter animation after the end of the first case in which he lowered his head, rose, and banged his fist against the stand.

7 Florent L'Belle

This was an incredibly vain and selfish man who murdered for his own greed. He constantly sought out fame and money, making deals that would catapult his image. He even created his own beauty line called "Je suis L'Belle!" which, despite borrowing money to promote, ended up hogging the products and plunging him into debt.

6 Terry Fawles

Unlike the other examples on this list, Terry's breakdown was simple and subdued yet had vast consequences for both his defense attorney Mia Fey, as well as for events years to come.

5 Roger Retinz

A famous TV producer, he murdered Manov Mistree and then worked with Trucy's fellow performers to frame her for it. It turned out that he was originally a part of Troupe Gramarye before being cast out, and had sought revenge ever since.

4 Aristotle Means

Posing as a kind and knowledgeable professor of the prestigious Themis Legal Academy, he's actually ruthless and callous. Living up to his motto "the ends justifies the means," he murdered a fellow professor and then pinned the blame on a student.

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About the Contributor

Diana is GameCola's resident fangirl of many things, but predominantly Ace Attorney. She has her own YouTube channel where she dates birds (and other animals) and often makes people cry, mostly herself.

What is the ace attorney trial?

The agreed-upon crown jewel of the Ace Attorney series, Trials and Tribulations allowed players to act as three different attorneys throughout the game while also bringing back important characters that make sense in the plot, rather than “just because." If being able to play as Mia Fey wasn't enough to earn first place on this list, then Phoenix Wright's college backstory most certainly is.

What is Apollo Justice?

In this game, players act as a new character, Apollo Justice, representing a passing of the torch from Phoenix to his “apprentice” figure. This signalled that Phoenix’s saga had come to a close (or so it seemed to indicate), and players were able to see characters grow and evolve during the 7 years that had passed since the last game.

Is there a sequel to Apollo Justice?

With many fans expecting a sequel to Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney (and many fans disliking the new character), Capcom took a very different route. The first main series game on the 3DS, Dual Destinies arguably has one of the most fantastic soundtracks for a 3DS game, with renowned composer Noriyuki Iwadare at his best.

Is Justice for All a sequel to Phoenix Wright?

Justice For All is a worthy sequel to Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, though it excels in different ways than its predecessor. The intrigue of Edgeworth's disappearance combined with the introduction of a new Von Karma creates a curiosity that can only be sated by pouring over every word of the game. Akemi Kimura does a phenomenal job composing music for every mood and scenario, leaving a lasting impression for weeks afterward.

Is the Shu Takumi game a masterpiece?

The cases feel more engaging and exciting, and alongside the excellent soundtrack, stands as another masterpiece by Shu Takumi.

Is Phoenix and Maya a tribute to the series?

The only main series characters that make an appearance Phoenix and Maya (and Edgeworth, briefly.) Neverthe less, this game is a worthy tribute to both series, with wonderfully-crafted 3D models and excellent music throughout.

Is Ace Attorney Investigations 2 Japanese?

Another hidden gem of the Ace Attorney series, many have played Ace Attorney Investigations 2 through the outstanding fan translation available online. Not only is this another Japanese-exclusive game in the series, but it also stands out as another sequel better than the original.

Case 1 - The First Turnabout: spoiler-free walkthrough

Episode one of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney sees a young woman brutally murdered, while the murderer plans to pin their crime on somebody else. Can rookie defense attorney Phoenix Wright and his mentor Mia Fey turn the tide and prove the defendant's innocence?

Case 2 - Turnabout Sisters: spoiler-free walkthrough

Phoenix Wright is thrown into his first solo trial when his mentor, Mia Fey, is murdered. The suspect? Her sister, Maya. It's up to Wright to prove her innocence.

Case 3 - Turnabout Samurai: spoiler-free walkthrough

With one trail on his own under his belt, Wright undertakes a case involving the famous Steel Samurai...

Case 4 - Turnabout Goodbyes: spoiler-free walkthrough

Edgeworth may be Phoenix's rival, but he's also his friend. Now, Phoenix is all that stands between Edgeworth and a terrible fate...

Case 5 - Rise from the Ashes: spoiler-free walkthrough

This case isn't actually technically part of the story of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney. This was an additional case, added to the Nintendo DS version of the game years after its initial release. It's two months since Turnabout Goodbyes - and you're without Maya. Everything is about to change, however.

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