Game Play & Puzzles
Professor Layton may be a world-famous sleuth, but even he will need your assistance to crack these challenging puzzles. With Nintendo DS stylus in hand, it’s time to muster up some mental might!
The Game Play

Explore Your Surroundings
Travel far and wide in your search for clues. Whether searching an apartment or a train, be prepared to look high and low for anything out of the ordinary.
Conduct Your Investigation
Tap your stylus to investigate anything or anyone that seems peculiar in your travels. It may provide a clue, or unleash a puzzle that must be solved!


Solve Puzzles
There are over 150 puzzles waiting to be solved, and all guaranteed to work your brain matter. Try to uncover every puzzle hidden in the game!
The Puzzles

The Power of Visualization
Some puzzles require a sharp eye, and sharper wits. You may be called upon to identify a window by vague clues, or fit a peculiar key into a locked door.
Test Your Logic
Challenging logic puzzles appear from time to time, but fear not—a little common sense goes a long way.


Wrack Your Brain Riddles
Sometimes, the answer is hidden in the question. It’s all up to you and your ability to read between the lines.