Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy

 3DS
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 110 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 83 out of 110
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 110
  3. Negative: 11 out of 110
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  1. GamerGameGames
    Dec 3, 2013
    9
    Great storyline completion. Of course the number of puzzles reduced due to greater attention to the storyline (can sprint as minus), but recycled and puzzles themselves look much fresher than in the Miracle Mask.
  2. Falconstrike
    Mar 4, 2014
    10
    Azran Legacy is truly a fitting end to an amazing series. Clever puzzles and superb music and animation mixed with a compelling story and a less linear structure put this among the very best Layton games out there, and up with the best games on the 3DS. It also includes some of the best visuals on the system. Despite a slower start than usual, the story is great and cleverly connects theAzran Legacy is truly a fitting end to an amazing series. Clever puzzles and superb music and animation mixed with a compelling story and a less linear structure put this among the very best Layton games out there, and up with the best games on the 3DS. It also includes some of the best visuals on the system. Despite a slower start than usual, the story is great and cleverly connects the two trilogies without leaving many loose ends. 365 daily puzzles plus StreetPass content leaves plenty to do after the 9-12 hour main story.

    Core Game: 9.5
    Presentation: 10
    Visuals: 10
    Gameplay: 9.5
    Audio: 10
    Lasting Appeal: 10

    Overall: 9.5/10    … Expand
  3. AhmadAlsumain
    Jun 18, 2014
    9
    Nothing changed from previous games. If you enjoyed the previous ones, you will enjoy this. If not, then this games is not going to change your mind. I loved this one. Puzzles are amazing. There ate lots of them. You will keep busy for hours.

    Things I like:
    * So many puzzles
    * Great art style
    * Amazing soundtrack

    Sadly, this is the last of the series :(
  4. Nitro123
    Apr 9, 2014
    9
    This game is one of those few games that has lasting appeal. The puzzles are challenging but also fun. I had my doubts about getting it but it was better than i expected. The story line was good but not as good as the previous game.
  5. chillerboot
    Mar 5, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a disappointment.

    Now, I really loved the other Layton games, Miracle Mask especially. So when I heard this would be the final game, I was somewhat saddened, but was also excited for what Level 5 would think up for this grand finale.

    The result was a mess of a game with repetitive tasks and boring plots, being forced to navigate many small areas as opposed to one or two big areas like the other games, and plot twists with no foreshadowing or build-up: seriously, I feel as if the developers just pulled the twist that Layton was the villains son, and that he's Descole's brother right out of their arses.

    Also, it was quite short. By chapter 5 I thought I was halfway, when in fact I was nearly finished. And screw chapter 4.

    If you're going to buy a Layton game, get Miracle Mask.    … Expand
  6. Alluminn
    Mar 14, 2014
    8
    Just going to put it out there, but Chapter 4 was plain boring. It almost seems like it was thrown in there as an attempt to stretch out the length of the game without actually needing to further the main story; the characters were forgettable and you didn't care about these side stories, and at more than one point I put it down to go play something else. It literally just felt like aJust going to put it out there, but Chapter 4 was plain boring. It almost seems like it was thrown in there as an attempt to stretch out the length of the game without actually needing to further the main story; the characters were forgettable and you didn't care about these side stories, and at more than one point I put it down to go play something else. It literally just felt like a chore, having to trudge through this section of the game.

    That said, all the other points are very fun and entertaining, with a good ending to the trilogy.    … Expand
  7. Rtheom
    Apr 22, 2014
    8
    A great game and a must have for any fan of the Professor Layton series. Far from the best, it was still quite enjoyable. Unfortunately, unlike most of the other games, the plot is the most cliched and unimaginative of them all, but I can forgive that when the game is so undeniably beautiful. The cut scenes are always a treat and the 3D is most certainly the best of any 3D on the 3DS,A great game and a must have for any fan of the Professor Layton series. Far from the best, it was still quite enjoyable. Unfortunately, unlike most of the other games, the plot is the most cliched and unimaginative of them all, but I can forgive that when the game is so undeniably beautiful. The cut scenes are always a treat and the 3D is most certainly the best of any 3D on the 3DS, which is especially remarkable considering it still manages to retain a very distinct artistic style.

    A must have for any Layton fan, a good play for anyone else, but I'd probably recommend newcomers start at the beginning, with the Curious Village.    … Expand
  8. spi280
    Apr 15, 2015
    6
    This is easily the worst Layton game but with a series as good as this that just means that its worst title is a decent one. The plot starts with tons of promise but takes a back seat in the middle of the game for series of smaller problems for layton and the gang to solve. this was easily the best part for me, they had nothing to do with the main plot and were just fun little lightheartedThis is easily the worst Layton game but with a series as good as this that just means that its worst title is a decent one. The plot starts with tons of promise but takes a back seat in the middle of the game for series of smaller problems for layton and the gang to solve. this was easily the best part for me, they had nothing to do with the main plot and were just fun little lighthearted adventures but when thats done the main plot ends up rearing its ugly head and you get one stupid twist after another and if it wasnt for a neat callback to the original game, i would've hated the entire ending. puzzles are still in abundance and They are about just as good as they are in any other layton game.… Expand
  9. VonSeux
    Dec 4, 2015
    9
    I loved the story, pacing, music an puzzles of this game. A great experience for youngster. It's like a magical childs book you can read even if you're old. Lot's of contents and unlockables. Nothing bad here, really. I just miss some hardcore puzzles as seeing in the DS's games.
  10. knifeandfork
    May 24, 2014
    9
    Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy is a great ending to the series that will be remembered for years to come. At its heart it doesn’t stray far from what Professor Layton has always been, but that’s for the best and it makes it a solid finale.
    It retains the regular puzzle gameplay that you know and love, but the puzzles are better this time round than before. Many of them are very    Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy is a great ending to the series that will be remembered for years to come. At its heart it doesn’t stray far from what Professor Layton has always been, but that’s for the best and it makes it a solid finale.
    It retains the regular puzzle gameplay that you know and love, but the puzzles are better this time round than before. Many of them are very creative and I would say they were much more enjoyable and satisfying than in Miracle Mask. Unfortunately, there are a few stinkers here and there, and, annoyingly, the second puzzle in the game is one of these, I was stuck on the puzzle for very long and I had to use all the hints to figure out the answer because there’s just no way the player can know the answer. Some of these disappointingly unfair puzzles hinder the game but for the most part they’re brilliant.
    For the storyline, Professor Layton has to visit many areas around the world this time and this for me is where Azran Legacy truly shines. The locations vary from a snowy town to a tribal village in a jungle, and every one of the locations possesses a quality of magic.
    The story is another reason why I love Azran Legacy so much, it takes a long time to unfold, but once it does, you’re in for a spectacular and surprisingly emotional ending to the series, and one that it ultimately very satisfying. What begins as an adventure to beat an evil organisation called Targent, ends as something quite brilliant.
    Of course, there’s lots of content beyond the story, tonnes of it in fact! When you combine the number of in-game puzzles with the huge amount of (free) DLC there is, you get a positively meaty game, and one that you will not regret buying.
    Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy doesn’t really change the tried-and-true formula much (although it gives you some non-linearity), but it doesn’t need to. The puzzles are inventive and marvellous, the locations are superb and it has a fulfilling and emotional ending.    … Expand
  11. Anxo
    Jul 18, 2017
    9
    Este juego está muy bien planteado, como cualquier otro de la saga layton. La banda sonora siempre es increible en todos los juegos de esta saga. Los puzzles con una gran calidad, como siempre. Una trama enrevesada muy creativa que siempre sorprende, y personalmente me ha emocionado.
  12. Noirox
    Oct 20, 2017
    7
    Sadly, it doesnt reach the levels of the older games (especially The last Specter). This is because of its repetitive gameplay, the many areas and (in my opinion) boring minigames. The puzzles were mostly remastered versions of old ones or at least resembled them, so they dont improve it either. The plot was also pretty obvious if you played the other games. All in all a good game butSadly, it doesnt reach the levels of the older games (especially The last Specter). This is because of its repetitive gameplay, the many areas and (in my opinion) boring minigames. The puzzles were mostly remastered versions of old ones or at least resembled them, so they dont improve it either. The plot was also pretty obvious if you played the other games. All in all a good game but whenn comparing it to the older titles, it loses.… Expand
  13. Maarten95
    Nov 22, 2020
    8
    Great way to finish the series. Lots of well made cutscenes and locations. I did however find the puzles a bit tidious, because they dont do anything new. Still a good way to finish the series.
  14. new2dsxl
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    If Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy really is the end of an era, it's a fitting sign-off. Hershel Layton and his companions have been wonderful additions to the DS and 3DS systems, bringing gracious simplicity and charm with each release. This concluding entry captures the best of the new and old, and is indispensable to fans of the franchise. Farewell Professor, you truly have been aIf Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy really is the end of an era, it's a fitting sign-off. Hershel Layton and his companions have been wonderful additions to the DS and 3DS systems, bringing gracious simplicity and charm with each release. This concluding entry captures the best of the new and old, and is indispensable to fans of the franchise. Farewell Professor, you truly have been a gentleman and a scholar.… Expand
  15. Novaxlo
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Este es el último juego de la saga y tengo que decir que hicieron una entrega final maravillosa. Una historia llena de plot twist y de momentos emotivos, esto más, las mejoras que se añadieron han hecho que me dé pena que se termine. Lo único malo del juego son algunas escenas de relleno, pero por lo demás me alegro de todo el amor que se le puso a esta saga, gracias Akihiro Hino.Este es el último juego de la saga y tengo que decir que hicieron una entrega final maravillosa. Una historia llena de plot twist y de momentos emotivos, esto más, las mejoras que se añadieron han hecho que me dé pena que se termine. Lo único malo del juego son algunas escenas de relleno, pero por lo demás me alegro de todo el amor que se le puso a esta saga, gracias Akihiro Hino.

    Historia: 98
    Jugabilidad: 98
    Diseño: 98
    Dificultad: 100
    Música: 100
    Duración: 88
    Total:97    … Expand

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#12 Best 3DS Game of 2014
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#37 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2014

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 58
  3. Negative: 0 out of 58
  1. RPG Fan
    May 22, 2014
    90
    A worthy finale to Professor Layton's adventures, whether you've played the previous games or not.
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  2. Gamers\' Temple
    Apr 15, 2014
    79
    Plenty of puzzles, just not quite as puzzling.
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  3. Impulsegamer
    Mar 31, 2014
    80
    Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy is a puzzle game that doesn’t just exist to solve cryptic riddles but also to provide pure entertainment and enjoyment.
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