Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition

About

Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition casts you as Katrielle Layton, solving oddball cases in and around London. Teaming up with a chatty dog named Sherl and a cast of quirky allies, you'll tackle brain teasers, inspect crime scenes, and figure out a plot tied to missing millionaires. The puzzles range from logic riddles to object-hunting, all woven into a lighthearted narrative. This version adds sharper visuals, a new assistant mode for co-op puzzle-solving, and bonus challenges. The game's charm lies in its eccentric characters and varied puzzles, which fans of the series say are some of the best in the franchise. With over 100 mysteries to solve and a Metacritic score of 82, it balances charm and challenge. The Deluxe Edition's tweaks make it a smoother experience, though newcomers might want to brush up on the series' lore first. Released in 2019 for Switch, it's a cozy pick for puzzle fans who enjoy a dash of mystery with their problem-solving.

Storyline

Layton's Mystery Journey follows Professor Hershel Layton's daughter, Katrielle "Kat" Layton, who solves puzzles in her father's place alongside her talking dog Sherl and her friends Emiliana Perfetti and Ernest Greeves. When her father vanishes, Katrielle goes off in search of him, coming across various puzzles and mysteries along the way.