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Professor Layton is back! A new adventure is on the horizon, and Nintendo played a key role in making it happen. Discover the story behind the long-awaited sequel.

Professor Layton's Puzzle-Solving Adventures Continue

Nintendo's Influence on LEVEL-5's Decision

After a nearly decade-long absence, Professor Layton returns. LEVEL-5, the game's developer, revealed at Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2024 that Nintendo's encouragement was instrumental in creating Professor Layton and the New World of Steam.

In a conversation with Yuji Horii (Dragon Quest creator), LEVEL-5 CEO Akihiro Hino shared that, while they considered Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy a satisfying conclusion, Nintendo ("Company ‘N’") strongly advocated for a new installment. Hino stated that the push from Nintendo was significant in restarting the series.

This support is unsurprising given Nintendo's close ties to the franchise, which flourished on the Nintendo DS and 3DS. Nintendo published many Professor Layton games and considers the series a hallmark of the DS's success.

Hino explained that Nintendo's belief in the series prompted him to create a new game worthy of modern consoles.

Professor Layton and the New World of Steam: A New Mystery

Set a year after Professor Layton and the Unwound Future, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam reunites Professor Layton and Luke Triton in Steam Bison, a vibrant American city powered by steam technology. They'll tackle a new mystery involving Gunman King Joe, a legendary gunslinger.

The game retains its signature challenging puzzles, this time enhanced by QuizKnock, a renowned puzzle design team. This collaboration aims to address criticism of Layton's Mystery Journey, which featured Layton's daughter and received mixed reviews.

Learn more about the gameplay and story in our related article!