Gyakuten Saiban: VR20-gou Jiken

About

You take on the role of a technician working under Ema Skye in this visual novel styled as a VR courtroom mystery. Set after the events of Spirit of Justice, the story follows Ema’s team as they collect evidence for a murder case while Phoenix Wright handles the trial. The game alternates between investigating a crime scene and participating in courtroom drama, with co-op play allowing two players to split roles. Simple mechanics focus on pointing and clicking to examine clues, while dialogue choices influence the investigation’s direction. The VR setup makes evidence analysis feel more interactive than traditional Ace Attorney entries, though pacing can lag during lengthy dialogue sections. Community ratings on Metacritic average 8.5 out of 10, praising the returning characters and mystery structure but noting technical hiccups on Quest. Fans of the series appreciate Ema’s expanded role, while newcomers may struggle with the game’s reliance on prior knowledge. Co-op play adds a fresh layer but requires coordination to balance both tasks.

Storyline

Following the events of Spirit of Justice, Ema has been recognized for her forensic talent, and has become the head of her own forensic investigation team. She has been assigned to investigate the murder of office worker Hiyori Otonashi, of which the victim's younger sister, Kotoha, seems to be the only suspect. Feeling sympathetic towards Kotoha's situation, Ema decides to ask Phoenix to defend her in court, and assigns her forensic team to search the crime scene for any evidence while the trial occurs.