Info about The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles:

Official game description:
Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.  
Set in late 19th century Japan and England, each title features five murder-mystery episodes filled with all the drama, laughs, twists, and “turnabouts” you’ve come to expect from the legally labyrinthine legacy of Ace Attorney. Join Ryunosuke Naruhodo, ancestor of series mainstay Phoenix Wright, as he attempts to uncover the secrets behind an international criminal conspiracy and solve a hauntingly baffling cold case, while tackling a series of tricky trials along the way. Dozens of hours of attorney action awaits you!  
In the course of each case, you’ll speak to witnesses, examine evidence and clues, and attempt to deduce the dastardly intent behind the crime before proceeding to the courtroom. In court, you will hear testimonies, cross-examine witnesses, and present evidence. And of course, it wouldn’t be an Ace Attorney game if you couldn’t shout “OBJECTION!” when you know you’ve got the facts and evidence needed to contradict the prosecution’s claims and prove your client’s innocence.  
The game includes a convenient assistance feature in case you hit a dead end in your investigation, so even if this is your first Ace Attorney game, you can get into your amateur sleuthing adventures with ease! Will you be able to crack these clever cases? The game is afoot!  
NOTE: This game can be played with English audio or with Japanese audio and English subtitles.

Release date: Jul 26, 2021

Categories: Visual Novel, Mystery, Dialogue-Based Puzzle Solving, Choice-based Narrative, Story-driven Gameplay, Investigative Gameplay, Deductive Reasoning Puzzle

Feature scans:
- Proton/Linux: score 10; verdict: Works Well; summary: The game generally runs well on Linux/Proton with minimal issues. Most users report smooth performance and stability on Steam Deck, with only minor graphical glitches mentioned. There are no significant reports of launch reliability issues, crashes, or major compatibility problems.
- Steam Deck: score 40; verdict: Playable with Minor Issues; summary: The game generally runs smoothly on Steam Deck with good compatibility. However, there are notable graphical issues such as flickering textures and screen problems that detract from the overall experience.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $20.00 - $40.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that while the game is considered worth the price, many users feel that $40 is a steep price tag, indicating that the upper limit of the fair price range should be around $40. Additionally, multiple reviews mention that the game is worth buying, especially on sale, implying that a lower price point would be more favorable. The repeated emphasis on the game being worth it on sale suggests that the community considers a discounted price to be more reasonable.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 75.0h
  - Story completion: 60.0h
  - Session length: 4.0h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides multiple direct references to the playtime required for the target game. The first quote mentions 60 hours for the entire game, with specific chapters taking around 4 hours each. The second quote supports this with a claim of nearly 90 hours for a single playthrough. The third quote corroborates the total playtime with a range of around 75 hours for both games combined. The fourth quote also supports the total playtime with a range of 80 to 100 hours for both games combined. These consistent references across different reviews help establish a reliable estimate for the playtime metrics.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game starts slow with less engaging initial cases but becomes much more enjoyable once players get past the early stages. The pacing and length of the game can be blockers to early fun, but the overall experience improves significantly after the initial cases.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Completing the first few cases
  - Time to anchor: 2h 0m
  - Friction: Slow pacing in early chapters; Lengthy and tedious initial cases; Repetitive dialogue and filler content; Hand-holding and lack of autonomy
  - Unlock drivers: Progressing past the initial cases; Character development and engaging storylines; Improved pacing and more interesting cases
  - Conditions: Patience to get through the slower initial cases; Appreciation for character development and story progression; Enjoyment of visual novels and narrative-driven games
- Player Archetypes:
  - Story-First Explorer (buy)
    - Motivation: Engaging storytelling and artistic presentation.
    - Playstyle: Immersive and narrative-driven gameplay.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: fan of the series; mystery lover
    - Reference games: Phoenix Wright; Apollo Justice
  - Critical Comparer (no buy)
    - Motivation: Seeking a game that meets their high standards based on past experiences.
    - Playstyle: Comparative and critical evaluation of game mechanics and storytelling.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: old-school player; franchise fan
    - Reference games: original Ace Attorney trilogy
  - Accessibility Advocate (buy)
    - Motivation: Finding games that are easy to get into and enjoy, regardless of prior experience.
    - Playstyle: Casual and exploratory gameplay, focusing on ease of access and enjoyment.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: newcomer; casual player
    - Reference games: Phoenix Wright trilogy


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Compelling narrative and plot (weight 0.54): The narrative structure and plot development are highly praised. The story is engaging, well-written, and satisfying, with a good setup and payoff that keeps players invested.
- Engaging and well-developed characters (weight 0.46): The game features a cast of characters that are well-developed, likable, and memorable. Players appreciate the character relationships and the overall character design, which adds depth to the storytelling.
- Excellent music and audio (weight 0.3): The game's soundtrack is outstanding, featuring orchestral pieces that are well-timed and set the mood effectively. The audio quality and music variety are highly appreciated by players.
- Impressive visuals and animations (weight 0.28): The game's 3D graphics, animations, and level of detail are praised for bringing emotional and plot expressions to life. The visuals are fantastic and well-animated, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- Well-designed cases and plot structure (weight 0.24): The game features fun and complex cases that are tightly structured and well-connected. The plot is difficult yet rewarding, with interconnected elements that keep players engaged.
- Unique portrayal of Sherlock Holmes (weight 0.22): The game offers a unique and well-developed portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, blending Victorian settings with engaging themes. The character of Herlock Sholmes is particularly admired.
- Strong entry in the Ace Attorney series (weight 0.15): The game is considered a solid and enjoyable entry in the Ace Attorney series, with some players regarding it as the best in the series. It is recommended for fans of the series.
- Exceptional second part (weight 0.14): The second part of the game is particularly praised for its engaging story, satisfying conclusion, and excellent cases. Players find it to be a masterpiece and worth the investment.

Common complaints:
- Slow pacing in early stages (weight 0.44): Many players noted that the game's early chapters and initial parts suffer from slow pacing, making the beginning of the game feel dragged out.
- Excessive and tedious dialogue (weight 0.26): The game features long and repetitive dialogues that can be tedious and boring, which may not appeal to all players.
- Overly long chapters (weight 0.25): Several chapters in the game are criticized for being too long and tedious, making the gameplay experience less enjoyable.
- Jury mechanism disrupts pace (weight 0.2): The jury system is criticized for being a bad addition that disrupts the game's pace and can be tedious.
- Unengaging and repetitive gameplay (weight 0.2): The gameplay is criticized for being slow-paced, repetitive, and lacking innovation, leading to a tedious experience.
- Dragging narrative and performance (weight 0.13): The narrative and overall performance of the game can feel dragging at times, particularly due to the forced split into two parts.
- Unsatisfying plot twists (weight 0.12): The plot twists in the game are often seen as repetitive, unsatisfying, and sometimes illogical.
- Limited language support (weight 0.07): The game's language support is limited, with availability only in English and Japanese, lacking support for other languages like Spanish.
- Excessive hand-holding (weight 0.07): The game features excessive hand-holding mechanics, which can detract from the overall gameplay experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Investigation and trial mechanics (weight 0.46): The game features investigation and trial mechanics, including pursuing witnesses, cross-examining them, and collecting evidence. These mechanics are central to the gameplay.
- Jury system mechanics (weight 0.43): The game includes a jury system where players interact with a jury during trials. This new mechanic adds a layer of complexity and realism to the courtroom proceedings.
- New gameplay mechanics introduced (weight 0.39): The game introduces several new mechanics such as the Juror System, 3D evidence examination, Dance of Deduction, and Summation Examinations. These mechanics add depth and variety to the gameplay.
- Character development and interactions (weight 0.36): The game focuses on character development and interactions, with detailed personalities and transformations. This enhances the narrative and player engagement.
- Story-driven gameplay (weight 0.3): The game is heavily story-driven, with a focus on narrative immersion and storytelling mechanics. The plot development and character interactions are key components.
- Visual novel elements (weight 0.22): The game incorporates visual novel elements, providing a story-focused approach with detailed backgrounds, character models, and dialogue.
- Collaboration with Herlock Sholmes (weight 0.17): The game includes mechanics and interactions involving Herlock Sholmes, such as the Dance of Deduction. This adds a unique element to the investigations and deductions.
- Logic puzzles and deduction (weight 0.17): The game includes logic puzzles and deduction mechanics, such as the Logic Chess and reasoning segments. These puzzles are integrated into the gameplay and story.
- Courtroom drama and struggles (weight 0.13): The game features courtroom drama and struggles, with improved case quality and courtroom reasoning. This enhances the tension and engagement during trials.
- Episode and case structure (weight 0.13): The game features a structured episode and case format, with long chapters and a two-part structure. This affects the pacing and storytelling.
- Interconnected cases and characters (weight 0.09): The cases in the game are interconnected, with developments in one game affecting the view on cases and characters in another. This adds depth and continuity to the story.
- Historical setting (weight 0.06): The game is set in a historical context, specifically in 19th century England and the Meiji era of Japan and Great Britain. This setting adds depth to the story and characters.

Performance notes:
- Various bugs and issues (weight 0.16): Several bugs and technical issues have been reported, including fast-scroll bugs, visual effects issues, random loss of control, screen flickering, and bugs in the menu and character profiles. Some players experience frequent crashes.
- Optimization and technical issues (weight 0.1): There are optimization details mentioned, such as issues with 2D backgrounds in certain scenes and technical issues with Windows codec. Additionally, there are performance issues due to 3D animations and webpage loading issues.
- Minor bugs and stability (weight 0.06): While some players report almost no bugs, others mention minor bugs affecting gameplay, indicating a mixed experience in terms of game stability.
- PC port and compatibility (weight 0.06): There are mentions of PC port issues and compatibility with Steam Deck, suggesting that the game has some technical challenges on different platforms.
- Music and patch requirements (weight 0.03): The music in the game is noted to need an unofficial patch for full appreciation, indicating that there might be some issues with the audio experience.
- System requirements (weight 0.03): The game is noted to have low system requirements, often referred to as 'Potato PC requirements,' making it accessible to a wide range of players.

Recommendations:
- Highly recommended for Ace Attorney fans (weight 0.35): This game is frequently recommended for fans of the Ace Attorney series, including those who enjoy Phoenix Wright and Apollo Justice games. It is considered a must-play for its engaging narrative and emotional impact.
- Accessible to new players (weight 0.19): The game is recommended for everyone, including those who haven't played previous Ace Attorney games. It is suggested that new players can enjoy this game without prior experience.
- Recommended for story-driven game fans (weight 0.18): The game is recommended for fans of story-driven and narrative-driven games. It is worth the patience for the story payoff and is highly recommended for its emotional impact and narrative.
- Recommended despite some flaws (weight 0.16): The game is highly recommended overall, even though it has some flaws and lacks translation in certain areas. Players are advised to save frequently or download fan-made patches to enhance the experience.
- Worth the investment, especially on sale (weight 0.1): The game is considered worth the investment, particularly when purchased on sale. Some players recommend buying it at full price if it is below a certain threshold, while others suggest waiting for a deep sale.
- Suggested preparations for gameplay (weight 0.09): Players are advised to avoid looking up information online to prevent spoilers and to refer to a full achievement guide during initial gameplay. It is also suggested to play previous Ace Attorney games for a better experience.
- Recommended for mystery lovers (weight 0.08): This game is highly recommended for fans of the mystery genre. It is worth trying for those who enjoy mystery stories and narrative-driven games.
- Recommended for fans of lengthy texts (weight 0.03): The game is recommended for players who enjoy reading lengthy texts. It is suggested for those who appreciate detailed narratives and extensive dialogue.
- Old-fashioned game size (weight 0.03): The game is noted for its old-fashioned game size, which might appeal to players who enjoy classic or retro-style games.
- Recommends checking out related books (weight 0.02): It is recommended to check out the Sherlock Holmes books, which might enhance the overall experience and appreciation of the game's narrative.

Other player notes:
- Piracy mentions but supportive (weight 0.02): Some reviews mention piracy but ultimately express support for the game.

Emotions:
- Excitement (weight 0.18): Players are thrilled by the game's intricate plot twists, well-developed characters, and high-quality storytelling. The engaging narrative structure, combined with enjoyable gameplay mechanics and a memorable soundtrack, creates a captivating experience that encourages replayability and discussion.
- Frustration (weight 0.17): Players are frustrated by the game's slow pacing, repetitive dialogue, and lengthy chapters. Issues with control schemes, unskippable dialogue, and bugs in the PC port also contribute to a tedious and sometimes difficult gameplay experience.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.11): Players are satisfied with the game's engaging storyline, well-developed characters, and enjoyable gameplay mechanics. The high-quality writing, intriguing cases, and overall positive experience with the game's features and story contribute to a sense of fulfillment and value for the price.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.11): Players enjoy the game's engaging story, well-developed characters, and enjoyable gameplay mechanics. Despite some flaws, the overall positive experience with the game's story, characters, and music makes it a fun and memorable experience.
- Disappointment (weight 0.08): Players are disappointed by the game's lack of innovation, with recycled story elements and a lack of new content. Issues with the jury mechanism, final boss design, and poor audio mixing also contribute to an unsatisfactory experience.
- Joy (weight 0.06): Players find joy in the game's engaging storyline, beautiful graphics, and well-developed characters. The game's charm, humor, and high-quality music also contribute to a fun and enjoyable experience.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.04): Players feel a sense of nostalgia due to the game's references to classic trilogy elements and character origins. The emotional connection to the story and characters, as well as personal reflections and memories, evoke a strong sense of nostalgia.
- Admiration (weight 0.03): Players admire the game's production quality, character stories, and unique portrayal of Sherlock Holmes. The game's art, music, character design, and tightly written story are also highly praised.
- Appreciation (weight 0.03): Players appreciate the game's narrative and character design, as well as its handling of historical and racial themes. The stunning soundtrack, period visuals, and engaging storyline are also highly valued.
- Frustrated (weight 0.02): Players are frustrated by the game's redundant and time-consuming parts, including dragging dialogue and lengthy courtroom sections. Inconsistencies in logic and unclear investigation sections also contribute to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- Sadness (weight 0.01): Players experience sadness due to the emotional impact of the game's story and characters. Emotional moments and saying farewell to characters evoke a sense of sadness and melancholy.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Players are enthusiastic about the game's engaging characters, gameplay, and layered storytelling. The game's unique elements and sharp writing contribute to an overall enjoyable and recommended experience.
- Excited (weight 0.01): Players are excited about the game's great tutorial case, emotional impact of the story and characters, and excellent plot. The innovative gameplay mechanics and wild ride with many twists and colorful characters also contribute to an exciting experience.
- Hope (weight 0.01): Players feel hopeful due to the game's romantic and hopeful story. The desire for a sequel and the hope that the development team will continue to make games in the series evoke a sense of optimism and anticipation.
- Affection (weight 0.01): Players feel affection towards the game's characters, mentioning them as cute and enjoyable. The emotional connection to favorite characters contributes to a sense of fondness and attachment.
- Love (weight 0.01): Players love the game due to the strong connection to characters and enjoyment of the game's various aspects. The overall positive experience with the game's story, characters, and mechanics evokes a sense of love and appreciation.
- Happiness (weight 0.01): Players feel happiness due to the enjoyable gameplay, emotional impact, and high-quality story elements. The overall positive experience with the game's story, characters, and music contributes to a sense of joy and contentment.}