VIDEO: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit Of Justice Launch Trailer
Although not a full-fledged retail release, it’s nice to see Capcom continuing to support the Phoenix Wright games in North America. The latest in the series will be available today via the 3DS eShop. Below is the launch trailer explaining bits of the story and the new mechanics. For more screens and information, head on over to our preview.
It’s time to embark on a legal adventure with co-stars Phoenix Wright and Apollo Justice as Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice is out now! All the courtroom drama is available today digitally on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems for $29.99 / £24.99 / €29.99
Those who purchase the game within the first week of release will be treated to a free character costume pack. The pack includes intimidating attire based on the loan shark Furio Tigre for Phoenix, a studious school uniform for Apollo, and an all-frills waitress costume from the series’ French restaurant Trés Bien for Athena. After September 14, the costume pack will be available to purchase for $0.99 / £0.89 / €0.99.
The courtroom adventures will continue throughout the month as new DLC is released every Thursday through the end of September. Players can look forward to the release of two short stories, each bundled with a unique pixel art Nintendo 3DS theme, followed by the release of a full-length extra episode titled “Turnabout Time Traveler.” Stay tuned in the coming weeks for additional case details!
9/15 – “Phoenix Wright: Asinine Attorney” short story and 3DS theme ($3.99 / £3.59 / €3.99)
9/22 – “Apollo Justice: Asinine Attorney” short story and 3DS theme ( $3.99 / £3.59 / €3.99)
9/29 – “Turnabout Time Traveler” full-length extra episode ($5.99 / £5.39 / €5.99)

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