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- Platform: Nintendo DS
- Media: Video Game
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The professor is back and it's about time. Prof. Layton and his apprentice Luke face their most peculiar adventure yet, as the duo start receiving messages from ten years in the future and become embroiled in a mystery that spans time and space.
Now one of the biggest independent developers in Japan, Level-5 rose to fame with role-playing games such as Dark Cloud, Dragon Quest VIII and IX, and White Knight Chronicles. They've also enjoyed huge success with the Professor Layton series of puzzle game adventures.
 Prof. Layton and Luke pay a very strange visit to London |
 Solve everything from sliding block games to logic puzzles |
 Journey into the future and unravel another mystery |
 Some puzzles are a lot harder than they first appear |
As they explore both modern day and future London, you'll be able to unravel not just a new mystery but over 165 brand new puzzles. Ranging from logic puzzles and riddles to maths quizzes, physical puzzles, optical illusions and more - there's always a new challenge around every corner.
For those worried about getting stuck, this new game now has an extra superhint option for when you're really stumped, as well as plenty of more subtle help to get you to the end of the game. Although with free weekly downloadable puzzles to enjoy long after the game is released you can ensure the brainteasing never ends.
Key Features- Professor Who: Prof. Layton and Luke are on their most exciting adventure yet, as a journey to London sees them catapulted 10 years into the future.
- Puzzle Quest: Dive into more than 165 brand new puzzles, with more variety than ever - from simple riddles to complex action puzzles and mind-bending optical illusions.
- Elementary Deduction: You'll never get stuck again thanks to a new four stage hint system, with three subtle clues followed by an all-new "superhint".
- Online Extras: For a limited time download brand new puzzles for free every week, with exclusive brainteasers available nowhere else in the game.
- Animated Wonder: Enjoy the beautiful hand drawn animation sequences, with more cut scenes and voice acting than ever before for the series.
Now one of the biggest independent developers in Japan, Level-5 rose to fame with role-playing games such as Dark Cloud, Dragon Quest VIII and IX, and White Knight Chronicles. They've also enjoyed huge success with the Professor Layton series of puzzle game adventures.
Product Description
The story begins when the Professor receives a mysterious letter written by his sidekick Luke.... but sent from 10 years in the future!
This Future Luke warns of a terrible calamity that has befallen London and he needs the Professor's aid! Earlier that week, the British Prime Minster disappeared after taking part in a special test on a time machine, which resulted in an explosion. Could this incident be related..?
Join Layton and Luke as they embark on an investigation, which takes them on a time-travelling journey of mystery and intrigue of the most epic proportions, in a bid to save the future of London from a terrible fate!
Using the Nintendo DS Stylus, complete numerous kinds of logic problems and brain-testing puzzles as you follow the duo on their quest to seek out and solve the mystery. Spend time enjoying the atmosphere of the game, deeply exploring all that the capital has to offer such as travelling on the tube and visiting Chinatown.
As well as featuring three brand new types of mini-game puzzles, you can help Professor Layton direct the 'Laytonmobile' or interact with his new pet parrot. You can complete a storybook by using special stickers, which are awarded to you on solving special puzzles hidden throughout the game, in addition to meeting a host of new characters who also unlock additional puzzles as you progress.
This Future Luke warns of a terrible calamity that has befallen London and he needs the Professor's aid! Earlier that week, the British Prime Minster disappeared after taking part in a special test on a time machine, which resulted in an explosion. Could this incident be related..?
Join Layton and Luke as they embark on an investigation, which takes them on a time-travelling journey of mystery and intrigue of the most epic proportions, in a bid to save the future of London from a terrible fate!
Using the Nintendo DS Stylus, complete numerous kinds of logic problems and brain-testing puzzles as you follow the duo on their quest to seek out and solve the mystery. Spend time enjoying the atmosphere of the game, deeply exploring all that the capital has to offer such as travelling on the tube and visiting Chinatown.
As well as featuring three brand new types of mini-game puzzles, you can help Professor Layton direct the 'Laytonmobile' or interact with his new pet parrot. You can complete a storybook by using special stickers, which are awarded to you on solving special puzzles hidden throughout the game, in addition to meeting a host of new characters who also unlock additional puzzles as you progress.
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97 of 100 people found the following review helpful
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Another year, another mystery to solve. Thankfully Professor Layton and his apprentice Luke are still as eager as ever, and haven't lost their appetite for puzzles. And thanks to the engaging characters and ambitious storyline, neither have I.
The formula for The Lost Future doesn't deviate from the previous instalments. As usual, it's a point-and-click adventure stuffed full of individual puzzles. Or alternatively, it's a puzzle book in videogame format, with a storyline built around it. Take your pick.
As usual, the storyline is far-fetched, but not quite to the point that it requires a 'deus ex machina' type ending as Pandora's Box did. While the storyline takes place entirely in London - rather than a fictional village - all the usual Layton hallmarks remain in the town design and its wacky characters. A generous helping of returning characters keep The Lost Future firmly attached to the roots of the series, and we actually delve more deeply into the characters and their pasts with this outing. While this won't be the final Layton game, it adds to the previous games well and makes for a fitting end to the trilogy.
Now... the puzzles: the meat of the game. For the most part they're of a high quality: not too many recycled puzzles, not too many trick questions. In terms of difficulty they're similar to previous games, but more consistent. There are fewer here where the answer is blindingly obvious, but also not so many where you might get completely stuck. While I would've preferred a higher difficulty, on the whole it's a more accessible game. Since it's supposed to appeal to all age groups, there's really no other choice. You can't make puzzles for everyone.
Should you get stuck, there's always the option to buy hints. New to this outing are "super hints", which cost double. I only used one (and I still maintain the puzzle makes no sense), and it essentially gave me the answer. In any case, there's enough hint coins scattered throughout the game that no-one should have any difficulty finishing all the puzzles.
Minigames are provided to break up the action: a toy car puzzle game, a sticker-book in which you have to collect the items and complete the story (more fun than it sounds), and an infuriating game in which you have to draw platforms for a parrot to fly to. The less said about that, the better: 160 puzzles solved, but I can't do even a third of the parrot challenges.
In short, The Lost Future maintains the high quality of the series, both in terms of puzzles and storytelling. The flaws of the formula are still present, and for me it's still a little too easy. But if you enjoyed the previous games, The Lost Future is a must-buy conclusion to the series... for now.
The formula for The Lost Future doesn't deviate from the previous instalments. As usual, it's a point-and-click adventure stuffed full of individual puzzles. Or alternatively, it's a puzzle book in videogame format, with a storyline built around it. Take your pick.
As usual, the storyline is far-fetched, but not quite to the point that it requires a 'deus ex machina' type ending as Pandora's Box did. While the storyline takes place entirely in London - rather than a fictional village - all the usual Layton hallmarks remain in the town design and its wacky characters. A generous helping of returning characters keep The Lost Future firmly attached to the roots of the series, and we actually delve more deeply into the characters and their pasts with this outing. While this won't be the final Layton game, it adds to the previous games well and makes for a fitting end to the trilogy.
Now... the puzzles: the meat of the game. For the most part they're of a high quality: not too many recycled puzzles, not too many trick questions. In terms of difficulty they're similar to previous games, but more consistent. There are fewer here where the answer is blindingly obvious, but also not so many where you might get completely stuck. While I would've preferred a higher difficulty, on the whole it's a more accessible game. Since it's supposed to appeal to all age groups, there's really no other choice. You can't make puzzles for everyone.
Should you get stuck, there's always the option to buy hints. New to this outing are "super hints", which cost double. I only used one (and I still maintain the puzzle makes no sense), and it essentially gave me the answer. In any case, there's enough hint coins scattered throughout the game that no-one should have any difficulty finishing all the puzzles.
Minigames are provided to break up the action: a toy car puzzle game, a sticker-book in which you have to collect the items and complete the story (more fun than it sounds), and an infuriating game in which you have to draw platforms for a parrot to fly to. The less said about that, the better: 160 puzzles solved, but I can't do even a third of the parrot challenges.
In short, The Lost Future maintains the high quality of the series, both in terms of puzzles and storytelling. The flaws of the formula are still present, and for me it's still a little too easy. But if you enjoyed the previous games, The Lost Future is a must-buy conclusion to the series... for now.
39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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I have been waiting for this game for absolutely ages- one and a half years in fact. I was worried, as usual, that the game might not live up to my general expectations, as many past sequels have (Mario Kart Wii, Sonic Rush Adventure, etc). I was almost certainly wrong.
Professor Layton, widely-recognised archeologist and his apprentice and successor, get a letter from supposedly future Luke, who exists 10 years in the future, explaining that future London needs the professor's help. Of course, the professor "curiosity is piqued" so he goes to a directed clock shop where there is a hidden time machine, or wormhole which he uses to get 10 years into the future. Once there, his investigation takes him round Future London and across the River Thames. It turns out that the person he seems to be keeping an eye on his future self, but I'm not talking any more or I'll spoil it.
The game starts off quite rushed and dull, unlike the opening for the predecessor, Diabolical Box. The game reveals most of the mysteries you were pondering while playing the past Layton games. Have you ever wandered what's under his hat? You'll find out here. After a cople of cut scenes, you're off, solving puzzles. One of the puzzle's main drawbacks is that it has been replaced with a less relaxing background theme, and that the puzzles are, in general, a lot easier than they used to be, which may be a drawback for the hardcore gamer. Eventually, after about 8 hours gameplay, the plot really unwraps and leads to a really spectacular ending, mainly focused on romance, greed and revenge.
Expect your normal host of characters: Professor Layton, Luke, Flora, Inspector Chelmey, Barton and Don Paolo.
This game has a slightly more emotional twist to it, and it marks the final game in this trilogy, unfortunately.
A real joy and definitely worth the money, though young children won't understand it and it may not appeal to everyone.
One more thing; DO NOT, repeat NOT buy this if you have not completed it's predessors. If you don't do this, you will ruining the first and second game, as well as you may not understand everything that goes on.
That's all, if were originally thinking of buying this, have played the first two games and enjoyed them, you just have to get this!
Professor Layton, widely-recognised archeologist and his apprentice and successor, get a letter from supposedly future Luke, who exists 10 years in the future, explaining that future London needs the professor's help. Of course, the professor "curiosity is piqued" so he goes to a directed clock shop where there is a hidden time machine, or wormhole which he uses to get 10 years into the future. Once there, his investigation takes him round Future London and across the River Thames. It turns out that the person he seems to be keeping an eye on his future self, but I'm not talking any more or I'll spoil it.
The game starts off quite rushed and dull, unlike the opening for the predecessor, Diabolical Box. The game reveals most of the mysteries you were pondering while playing the past Layton games. Have you ever wandered what's under his hat? You'll find out here. After a cople of cut scenes, you're off, solving puzzles. One of the puzzle's main drawbacks is that it has been replaced with a less relaxing background theme, and that the puzzles are, in general, a lot easier than they used to be, which may be a drawback for the hardcore gamer. Eventually, after about 8 hours gameplay, the plot really unwraps and leads to a really spectacular ending, mainly focused on romance, greed and revenge.
Expect your normal host of characters: Professor Layton, Luke, Flora, Inspector Chelmey, Barton and Don Paolo.
This game has a slightly more emotional twist to it, and it marks the final game in this trilogy, unfortunately.
A real joy and definitely worth the money, though young children won't understand it and it may not appeal to everyone.
One more thing; DO NOT, repeat NOT buy this if you have not completed it's predessors. If you don't do this, you will ruining the first and second game, as well as you may not understand everything that goes on.
That's all, if were originally thinking of buying this, have played the first two games and enjoyed them, you just have to get this!
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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I've done the previous two Prof. Layton games and loved them too, so couldn't wait to pre order this.
I'm not a "big" gamer but do love these puzzle games, my daughter and I fight over who's turn it is to play it.
The puzzle mix I'd say was just right, some taxing ones, some near impossible ones and some easy ones, although i have to confess to getting my daughter to do the sliding puzzles for me - not to great with them lol. Liking the story line so far too - I'm about half way through it at the moment.
Bring on the next one :)
I'm not a "big" gamer but do love these puzzle games, my daughter and I fight over who's turn it is to play it.
The puzzle mix I'd say was just right, some taxing ones, some near impossible ones and some easy ones, although i have to confess to getting my daughter to do the sliding puzzles for me - not to great with them lol. Liking the story line so far too - I'm about half way through it at the moment.
Bring on the next one :)
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professor layton and the lost future
any one that likes solving puzzles will definately love these games. they get better as the story goes along with each game.
Published 17 hours ago by kelsmerelda
Nice Sequel
I bought this game for my wife who had really enjoyed the previous two Prof Layton games. She really enjoys playing it - job done!
Published 10 days ago by Dave T
Yet to try it yet
I have rated this game without playing it yet, played some of the other Professor Layton and hope this compares with the others.
Published 29 days ago by Roger
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professor layton and the lost future
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Published 4 months ago by bubbles33
Not as good as last two
I was really looking forward to this next episode and have been really disapointed with it.
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Published 5 months ago by elizabeth reading
Proff Layton and the lost future
This is the third in the Layton series and it is just as good as its predecessors. There are extra little secret puzzles planted throughout the game and you need to be on your ties... Read more
Published 5 months ago by LD Deans
Not as good as the first two...
Professor Layton and the Lost Future has the familiar interface and puzzle solving dynamics of the previous two games. Read more
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