So the missing fact in your logic is:

• You cannot use a 3d model made for a different engine

This is known to be false. Converters exist and artists use common formats, not engine specific formats.

I don't see why they're using a different engine, the framework is basically the same (I think)

Yeah i know nothing about how engines work, just that as DD was made with MT Framework, Level 5 would have to go out of their way to licence a copy of the model and port it to their own engine, when they have their own (refined) engine from MM that works perfectly fine. Also, remember that VS came before GS5, so it would make no sense to use a different model for the localised version, it would look... Ridiculous. Considering Level 5 would also have to add extra animations to capcoms model, and they are more Layton-esque in VS.

I REALLY hope they keep the original PW:AA logo as it just feels nostalgic, would love to see the logo return!!

Yeah in this situation I actually prefer the old logo. It not only has the nostalgia factor but also puts "Phoenix Wright" at the focus, rather than "Ace Attorney".

Because let's be honest, everyone who isn't a hardcore AA fan usually refers to the games as "Phoenix Wright" games.

I wonder if the game will get a true title when they release more info? "Professor Layton VS Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney" is a mouthful. Plus the "VS" is going to confuse everyone who doesn't know the plot of the game. Also, the logo won't be on the cover art, as that should stay the same as the one in Japan...it's too awesome not to have it.

That is the title, like it or not. I don't see how it's any more of a mouthful than, say, "Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Duel Destinies", and I think even the most unaware people would be able to read the description of the game to find out what the title refers to. Besides, this is most certainly the sort of title that's aimed squarely at the fanbases.


As for the cover art, I really can't say. Maybe they'll do a double-sided cover with and without the logo or something.

As for the cover art, I really can't say. Maybe they'll do a double-sided cover with and without the logo or something.

I wonder if the game will get a true title when they release more info? "Professor Layton VS Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney" is a mouthful. Plus the "VS" is going to confuse everyone who doesn't know the plot of the game.

What would they change VS to then? I'm curious.

Having the subtitle 'Ace Attorney' for this series was arguably dumb and overly long to start with, let alone taglines like 'Dual Destinies' (especially when there really 3 protagonists). They can't really change it now. It's the copyrighted logo/brand.

Yeah I've never been that happy with "Ace Attorney".

I'd much rather it be "PL Vs Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney" than "PL Vs Ace Attorney".

Well, considering the series NOW is bigger than JUST Phoenix, Ace Attorney makes more sense as a title.
Nicks not the sole main protag anymore, and to use HIS name as that monicker for the franchise is misleading.

I think this game will be awesome. As for the art style I'll admit I like DDs art style a bit better but I think this one is good as well