Further evidence has sprung up that seems to support the public's case against Capcom, the company that now stands accused of discontinuing hilarious courtroom adventure Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney. A quick look at the game's Amazon page reveals that it has officially jumped into that dreadful "rare" category, resulting in ridiculously high prices and the deep sense of regret at not buying it when it just came out.Phoenix Wright is currently fetching prices between $60 and $100 on Amazon. That's not right. However, Ebay prices seem to be much more reasonable, hovering just over $40 the last time we checked. We also tried to find the game at Game Quest Direct (they sell new copies of out-of-print games) but our efforts were met with an Out of Stock notification and a disturbing, menacing laugh. But then, that might just have been the recording of a disturbing, menacing laugh we have constantly looping in the office. It's fundamentally motivational.
So, are you willing to pay out the nostrils for Phoenix Wright, or do you know of a place that has reasonably priced copies? Please let us know.
[Thanks James B!]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
1-25-2006 @ 7:29AM
Eric said...
This is such a shame, I've been wanting this game for quite a while. Unfortunately I did not have a DS yet when they discontinued it, and now I may never get it for a reasonable price.
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1-25-2006 @ 8:36AM
jerm781 said...
I searched Game Stop website and they have it used for $19.99 Back Ordered. But if you check store availability a few stores in your area may have a copy. Thats how I got it about a month ago for $19.99
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1-25-2006 @ 9:09AM
Shannon said...
Yeah, the gamestop website is pretty genius in this regard. Luckily I live in Dallas where there is a gamestop on every corner - so I have a feeling this is going to be the only way I'll find my copy...
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1-25-2006 @ 9:52AM
Squints said...
I got it about 3 weeks ago for $25. It's fantastic, so far... definitely not trading it in now.
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1-25-2006 @ 9:59AM
appleseed said...
If you happen to have access to a military BX or PX (or know someone who does)they have them for sale for MSRP and tax free.
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1-25-2006 @ 11:20AM
jpxdude said...
According to Play.com, it's still due to be released in the UK around 1st July 2006!! I don't think it has been taken off shelves, but probably Capcom didn't anticipate the game would sell so well so didn't cater for demand.
One has to realise that this was originally a GBA game called Gyakuten Saiban which is in its 3rd outing right now in Japan, so is extremely popular...
I'm sure Capcom must know what they are doing...
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1-25-2006 @ 11:23AM
TMoss77 said...
I found this game used over the weekend at a local CD/Game Exchange for $15! Apparently they don't keep up with the current pricing trends.
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1-25-2006 @ 11:32AM
webbie Bud said...
*whew*! Good thing I already snagged one. Kinda saw this coming. Now, I just have to save my pennies to buy that trainwreck of a soon-to-be-discontinued-I'd-bet-a-shiny-nickel game, Trauma Center. =)
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1-25-2006 @ 12:21PM
robotplague said...
I think I'll definately pick it up now. I was at a Blockbuster Gamerush location yesterday and they had 3 used copies for 24.99. Guess where I'm going today...
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1-25-2006 @ 12:52PM
Ravage said...
I've been eyeing this game for a while now... heard only good things about it but just havent had time for any new games right now (new baby = less play time and I'm still working through Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time!) But knowing this game is discontinued now, I may have to swing by my local EB - I saw a used copy on the shelf for ~$20-$25 a week or two ago, if online prices are going through the roof I'll have to snag this now before I can't afford to if it's still sitting around.
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1-25-2006 @ 1:12PM
SuicideNinja said...
Are they going to force us to play this via ROM? That's sad. This is a really good game; I don't see any reason to discontinue it.
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1-25-2006 @ 3:44PM
Steinmania said...
well... Last time I checked the Gamestop I work at had a couple of new copies... I guess I'll buy one today...
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1-25-2006 @ 3:46PM
unreal mccoy said...
what about Trauma Center? I bought it used because I couldn't find it new. Has it be DC'd?
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1-25-2006 @ 5:19PM
Seroth said...
I bought this game new, 3 days ago at Blockbuster/Gamerush for 30 bucks. But...well, I live in a small town, and all focus is put on the PSP when it comes to handhelds here, so the greatness of Phoenix Wright was probably unknown to most.
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1-25-2006 @ 5:40PM
rsplatpc said...
www.buystation.com, $31 shipped.
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1-25-2006 @ 6:15PM
mike said...
I just found out that the japanese version of phoenix wright has an English language option! ^____^
Play asia is the only website that i know that has the japanese version of phoenix wright in stock
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1-25-2006 @ 6:53PM
Fortyseven said...
What the fuck is their problem? Why are they doing this?
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1-25-2006 @ 7:04PM
Ghost said...
Is it that good of a game?
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1-25-2006 @ 7:09PM
King Bigos said...
WTF is wrong with Capcom?
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1-25-2006 @ 7:11PM
Mendia said...
I wanted to get this game pretty badly... I hope they have it at Target this weekend, if not... That will suck.
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