Alright, so Professeur Layton et l'Appel du Spectre—it’s the French version of Layton and the Spectre’s Call, but don’t worry, the puzzles are universal. You start off with the usual Layton vibes: top hat, curious apprentice, and a mystery that’s way deeper than it first seems. This time, it’s about a ghostly bell ringing in a foggy town, and of course, nothing’s as simple as "oh, just a spooky noise."

The first 10 minutes? You’re already tapping through charming hand-drawn streets, talking to villagers who all have something weirdly specific to say, and then—bam—suddenly you’re solving a puzzle about moving goats across a river or some nonsense. Classic Layton. The brain teasers start easy, but by the third one, you’re staring at the DS like, "Wait, how does this shape fit?"

What I love is how the story pulls you in between puzzles. You’re not just solving for the sake of it; every riddle feels like peeling back another layer of the mystery. And the art? Still holds up—expressive characters, moody backgrounds, that signature "animated movie but you get to poke it" style.

If you’re into slow-burn detective stories with a side of "why is this math problem in my adventure game," this one’s a solid pick. Just keep a notepad handy for the tougher puzzles.