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I picked up Tantei Gakuen Q on the Game Boy Advance back when it came out in 2002. Konami published it, and it was one of those many detective adventure games that felt right at home on the handheld. It wasn't trying to push the system's limits with graphics, but it had a solid, comfortable feel that fit the era perfectly.

You control a group of young detective students, moving from screen to screen to investigate crime scenes and talk to a wide cast of characters. The main goal is to solve a series of cases by finding clues and presenting the correct evidence when you're challenged. Key mechanics include examining environments closely for hidden items and using a deduction system to link testimonies and facts together. The pacing is deliberate, often requiring you to think through conversations and item descriptions carefully. It feels like piecing together a puzzle where every small discovery matters.