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Mild-mannered Professor Layton dusts off his top hat and embarks on a trip to solve over 150 new brainteasers in this follow-up to 2008's hit puzzler. Once again you'll need to complete various math, visual, word, and science puzzles while interacting with a colorful assortment of characters. The underlying mystery involves the perplexing death of Dr. Schrader, Layton's mentor. It is rumored that those who dare open an ancient artifact known as the "Diabolical Box" are cursed to die. Layton, accompanied by his young apprentice Luke, decides to investigate the death of Dr. Schrader and his cryptic connection to the devious device. <br><br>Solving each riddle or puzzle will earn you points in the form of picarats, which are used to unlock various bonuses. For those stumped on a particular puzzle, hint coins can be found hidden within the varied locales and used to reveal up to three clues. Fans of the first game's distinctive art style will appreciate the sequel's expanded cut-scenes and voice-over dialogue. Online owners can also download one additional puzzle via wireless connection for 33 consecutive weeks after the game's launch. Known as Professor Layton and Pandora's Box overseas, the Diabolical Box is the second in a planned trilogy of Layton games for Nintendo DS.

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PublisherNintendo

UPC0045496740399

eBay Product ID (ePID)58574949

Product Key Features

RatingE10+ (Everyone 10+)

GenrePuzzle

Video Game SeriesProfessor Layton Series

PlatformNintendo DS

Game NameProfessor Layton and the Diabolical Box

Additional Product Features

Release Year2009

Country/Region of ManufactureUSA

Control ElementsGamepad/Joystick

ESRB DescriptorAlcohol Référence, Mild Violence

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4.9

66 product ratings

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Good graphics

Compelling gameplay

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by katherinstraigh-0
06 Apr, 2021Most favourable review
still hits just right!
Fun and easy, gets a little more challenging as it goes on. I used to LOVE this game and lost my copy somewhere along the way. Decided to buy a new one, and had an absolute blast playing!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by vinagrette
19 Jul, 2016Most critical review
Not recommended for advanced players
Game doesn't last that long. A lot of puzzles, but very few required to advance anywhere. Side quests also unnecessary to solving anything. I got rather bored in the middle of this. Mid-range on the difficulty or interest level.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by inky1231
07 Nov, 2018
fun game for puzzle lovers
this was exactly what I was looking for . I had lost my original copy of the game and was thrilled to find a new sealed copy of it, I love this game as it works your brain in fun ways.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by btsbluecrab94
14 Jun, 2019
Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box: I LOVED IT ♡
It came super early and the conditions are perfect. I loved it. It is one of my childhood games and I'm ready to play it again >_< I inserted the cartridge on my 3ds and it ran fine. But I didn't play it. So far I give this game 5 stars because it works, it came super early, came well-packaged, and it didn't get damage.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by meiday6
30 Mar, 2020
Good Job!
The package arrived early and I enjoyed the cute sticker on it! I inserted the card game into my DS and it worked instantly. No glitches and the animation looks good. I am satisfied with my purchase.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by shike.ev56
19 Jan, 2024
cool
i bought this sealled for my collection, so there's not much i can say. it's a great game, i played years ago. it still in great condition, thanks
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by bluehi-92
01 Jul, 2020
Variety of puzzle games
It has a variety of puzzles that you solve and some cute bonus games. I love the little hamster bonus game. Cute little game and can be played after beating the boss to complete all the puzzles.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by talos-1
14 Sep, 2021
Block Busting and long play.
It has all the game play and then some. Fills my series of the Layton games.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by michelwilco_0
22 Dec, 2020
Great
Product was in great shape and arrived on time for Christmas, could not have asked for more
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by spencer-7981
18 Oct, 2019
Played game as baby, now it still good
Awesome sauce! This game real good please buy it right this second
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned