Professor Layton and the Legacy of the Civilisation A on 3DS, fifth saga entry with puzzles to solve in an archaeological mystery. Careful writing and varied puzzles as always. A quality Layton.
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Category
Adventure1 player7+
Description
Professor Layton and his assistant Luke set out to solve the mysteries of the Azran Legacy in the final entry of the saga's prequel trilogy. Published by Level-5, released in Japan in November 2012. Varied logic puzzles woven into the storyline, animated 3D cinematics, mystery surrounding the ancient Azran civilisation. Japan exclusive.
Layton Kyouju to Choubunmei A no Isan review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
4/5
Story
★★★★★
"Captivating"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾0,84 GB📅29/11/2012
Published by Level-5
Layton Kyouju to Choubunmei A no Isan (3DS) price, value & rarity
Is Layton Kyouju to Choubunmei A no Isan still worth playing in 2026?
Known in the West as Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy, this final prequel trilogy chapter closes the professor's narrative arc against a backdrop of ancient civilisation and a round the world journey. The density of the puzzles, their variety and the scope of the story make this one of the series' most accomplished entries. The careful production and the cinematic staging draw the best from the machine. For a puzzle game fan or a fan eager to conclude Layton's story, the title keeps a real richness and great polish.
