Random: Phoenix Wright Is Kind Of Getting A New Game, But It’s VR
The Ace Attorney series is celebrating its 25th anniversary next month, and Capcom has announced a spin-off to commemorate the milestone. Rather than a traditional new entry, Capcom is licensing the franchise to Amata Games to develop Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies VR, a virtual reality adaptation. The game is slated for release in 2027 on Meta Quest and Meta’s new VR glasses.
While this announcement represents some form of recognition for the long-running franchise, it falls short of what many fans have been hoping for. The Ace Attorney community has been vocal about wanting a new mainline entry in the series, making a VR spin-off somewhat bittersweet. However, the announcement may signal that Capcom has further plans in store, with this VR game potentially serving as the first of several announcements related to the 25th anniversary celebration.
The choice to partner with Amata Games rather than develop in-house suggests Capcom is exploring how the franchise can adapt to emerging platforms and gaming trends. The VR format offers an opportunity to experience Ace Attorney’s courtroom drama in a new way, though the departure from the traditional visual novel style that defined the series may require adjustment for longtime players.