The samurai detective visual novel! Solve crimes and pass judgment on vigilantes, officials, inventors, and brigands to protect a city of eternal cherry blossoms.
As the newly appointed Magistrate of Nakamachi, the player takes on the role of Shimei Ooka, who is tasked with investigating crimes and presiding over trials to determine the guilty parties. The gameplay blends visual novel storytelling with a strong focus on detective work and courtroom drama.
During the investigation phase, the player can explore various locations, inspect items, and speak with NPCs to uncover clues and gather evidence relevant to the cases. The game features a user-friendly interface that allows the player to organize the collected information, identify contradictions or inconsistencies, and plan their legal strategy for the upcoming trials.
The trial sequences play out similarly to the Ace Attorney series, with the player presenting evidence and identifying contradictions in witness testimonies to refute false claims and reveal the truth. The courtroom gameplay involves a combination of logic, deduction, and presentation skills, as the player must carefully analyze the evidence and make strategic decisions on their arguments.
The game features a scoring system that tracks the player's performance during the investigations and trials, unlocking additional content such as concept art and character profiles. The progression through the game's cases is linear, but the title also offers optional character-focused routes that can be accessed after completing the main storyline.