A fan-translation has brought back the long-dormant Ace Attorney Investigations series, just as Capcom officially acknowledges the game’s existence after 6 years. The game, which never had a Western release, can now be played in English thanks to the fan translation. With Capcom showing renewed interest in the series and the availability of the English version, the Investigations games are gaining attention once again.
The Investigations subseries had been dormant since 2013, but fans kept its legacy alive through modding and fan translations. The first game was released internationally in 2010, but its sequel never made it to the West. Modders quickly provided a fan translation, allowing English-speaking players to experience the game unofficially.
In 2012, Capcom released updated versions of the first three Ace Attorney games for mobile, laying the foundation for the Ace Attorney Trilogy on modern systems. The Investigations games were later released on mobile in 2017, with improved graphics and cutscenes. However, the second Investigations game remained untranslated by Capcom.
Recently, a modder named Mr.Akrasr, along with the Scarlet Study team, announced their work on an Android port of Investigations 2, using a fan translation from 2014. Coincidentally, this mod was released just two days before Capcom’s acknowledgement of the game. Players can now enjoy an HD version of Investigations 2 while fan interest is at its peak, fueling hopes for an official remake.
Capcom has not officially acknowledged the fan translation or revealed any plans for a remake of the Investigations games. However, the success of the Great Ace Attorney games, which received remastered artwork and full translations in 2021, gives fans hope that Capcom may invest in similar projects.
Overall, the fan translation has revived interest in the Ace Attorney Investigations series, providing English-speaking players with the opportunity to experience a highly regarded game. Fans eagerly await any official announcements from Capcom regarding the future of the series.
Source: DOTESPORTS
