The producer of the Ace Attorney Series, Kenichi Hashimoto, confirmed in a recent interview that the franchise “will never end.” While specific details remain under wraps, Hashimoto’s comments tell us that more games will be in the series.
The interview, conducted by 4Gamer, delved into the development of the upcoming Gyakuten Saiban 456 Odouki Selection (Ace Attorney games 4, 5, and 6), a collection remastering the series’ middle entries for modern consoles. While discussing the collection’s features, Hashimoto expressed his newfound understanding of using Capcom’s RE ENGINE for adventure games, suggesting its potential application in future Ace Attorney titles.
“There’s nothing I can talk about at this point, but I do know that I’ve gained the knowledge to create an adventure game with RE ENGINE. However, “Gyakuten Saiban” will never end as a series, so please look forward to the sequel in that sense.”
Kenichi Hashimoto (Translated by Google Translate)
While not a direct confirmation of a new game’s development, Hashimoto’s statement carries significant weight. The RE ENGINE, typically used for action titles like Resident Evil and Devil May Cry, presented unique challenges when adapted for the slower-paced narrative of an adventure game. Overcoming these hurdles indicates the team’s dedication to exploring new possibilities for the series.
The franchise’s continued popularity – especially since it came to Game Pass – strengthens the case for future Ace Attorney titles. The Gyakuten Saiban 123 Naruhodo Selection collection, released in 2019, saw a surge of interest from players worldwide, particularly in Europe and North America. This international reception, coupled with the dedicated fanbase that has supported the series for over two decades, paints a promising picture for its future.
While no one but the producer really knows any details about the next Ace Attorney game, this interview offers a promise of more to come. Whether it’s a brand new story, a long-awaited sequel, or even a remaster in a better engine, we’re going to at least see something new. That’s not to say that this could be cut short due to budget constraints and a change of plan at the publisher, but for now, more games are coming.
