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Another Code: Recollection
The Nintendo DS game Trace Memory and its Wii sequel are coming together, fully enhanced, on the Nintendo Switch system. A young girl named Ashley receives a letter from her father, who she thought had passed away. Seeking answers, she sets off for a solitary island in search of him. Once there, Ashley encounters puzzles and obstacles that threaten...
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Another Code: Recollection brings together puzzle-solving, fun stories with twists and turns, and very interesting characters and lore all in one place. This is a wonderful remake of the games that came out in 2005 and 2009. While the games aren’t too long, together, they make for a fun time by yourself or solving the mysteries with friends.
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Another Code: Recollection is a lovingly crafted remake of two underrated gems that helped to demonstrate the innovations of their original platforms, and adapted them to the current generation.
Another Code: Recollection is a remake of two existing games: Another Code: Two Memories for the Nintendo DS and Another Code: R – A Journey Into Lost Memories for the original Wii. And having experienced the remake, I’m now kicking myself for having missed these gems. If you like character development, complicated families, and relatively simple puzzles, you can’t miss this title.
Now, since I had no prior experience with the second game, I can’t really compare it to the original release. From what I’ve looked up, however, there are some major story changes for the remake – to the point where when I read discussions about the sequel’s ending, it almost sounded like a different story. Why they changed it so much, I’m not sure, but it seems the original second game left several loose ends. With the chance to remake the story, perhaps they wanted to give it a more complete resolution in case a third game is never made. Nevertheless, if a third game ever is made in this rem...
With Nintendo’s wide range of IPs – from Metroid and Mario, to Starfy and ARMS – it’s always an unexpected joy when something from days gone by suddenly gets a breath of fresh air. The year of 2024 is the return of the unsung heroine, Ashley Mizuki Robbins. In spite of not being nearly as well known as Yoshi or Marth, Ashley remains one of the most relatable and engaging characters that comes from one of the lesser known series, Another Code. A true relic of the DS era, Another Code: ...
Another Code: Recollection does a fantastic job of bringing a pair of cult classics bang up-to-date on Switch.
Despite its niche target audience, Another Code: Recollection is an odd, yet welcome revival from Nintendo that is sure to be appreciated for many years to come.
Another Code Recollection is a sweet, breezy mystery adventure that's enjoyable but doesn't leave a lasting impression.
Another Code: Recollection breathes new life into a dormant series by creating a cohesive narrative in a remake with updated visuals. While some great effort has gone into modernising the games from a presentation standpoint, some of the creative liberties taken and frustrating motion-controlled puzzles will no doubt leave fans longing for a more faithful recreation.
Another Code: Recollection is a smartly made remake that's beautiful to look at and heartwarming to play. This collection combines both games with a unified art style and presentation while smoothing out the plot to create a cohesive whole. This game is very different from its original versions, so if you were a fan of those don't expect the same presentation or puzzles. I do find the puzzles weak overall and the story enjoyment will hinge entirely on what you want out of Adventure games.
The periods between puzzles and cutscenes feel like content droughts; they're too long and there's not enough to keep the game feeling engaging. It's primarily a walking simulator. The writing in the story babies you to the point that there is nothing to intrigue you or think about. You don’t have to be good at puzzles to play this game because it spoils its solutions, even with the puzzle hints turned off. Another Code: Recollection does not land well for newcomers to the Another Code duology. The nostalgic value may be worth it to long-time lovers of the story, though. Additionally, it's onl...