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Another Code: Recollection wins hearts with its charming story and fresh visuals, though some miss the original’s spark and find the puzzles uneven. It’s a nostalgic treat for adventure game fans, but newcomers might crave a bit more challenge.

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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 to hinder her investigation. Find the traces of her past and experience the full story for the first time.

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85%

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73%

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Alberto Lloret (Hobby Consolas)

January 18, 2024

80/100

Without being a perfect compilation, Another Code: Recollection brings up to date two memorable adventures that fans of the genre in the strict sense of the word will like, those in which exploration and puzzles are the protagonists, although at times it almost seems more like a visual novel.

Chris White (God is a Geek)

January 18, 2024

8/10

Another Code: Recollection features two great games in one package, featuring a deep and well-written story, and some excellent puzzles.

Jordan Biordi (CGMagazine)

January 18, 2024

7/10

While not the most challenging puzzle game, ANOTHER Code: Recollection is an engaging enough experience for anyone interested in this unique Nintendo time capsule.

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Outlet	Author	Score	Date	Quote	Read
Atomix	Aldo López	85 / 100	01-18-2024	Despite having slight errors, I think I can definitely recommend it for those who are fans of point and click or visual novels, since the story is engaging and the puzzles are challenging but fair. Even those who have never played a game of the genre could start here, since it is a title that does not impose any type of pressure.	Read review
CGMagazine	Jordan Biordi	7 / 10	01-18-2024	While not the most challenging puzzle game, ANOTHER Code: Recollection is an engaging enough experience for anyone interested in this unique Nintendo time capsule.	Read review
Checkpoint Gaming	Edie W-K	5.5 / 10	01-11-2024	Remaking an older series that never got much limelight is always a good thing, and Another Code: Recollection has gone above and beyond updating its look and feel for the modern day. The problem is that those updates have removed everything that made the original games unique, and have re-invented the story in a way that is not to its benefit. It might still be a nice time if you’re in the mood for something simple and slow-paced, but it’s certainly no replacement for the originals.	Read review
Digital Trends	George Yang	3.5 / 5 stars	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection left me with a lasting impression that’s sure to keep my memory of the lost series alive.	Read review
Eurogamer.pt	Bruno Galvão	3 / 5 stars	01-18-2024	By betting on complete remakes for both games, Nintendo ensures that Another Code: Recollection comes fully optimized and free of many of the problems that existed in the original versions. You may feel that the difficulty has been greatly reduced in this effort to remove much of the friction that existed in the original versions, much of it related to the specific alternative control methods of each of the original consoles, but the result is a much more entertaining game that much better fulfills its purpose as a hybrid experience between visual novel and puzzle.	Read review
GAMES.CH	Benjamin Braun	73 / 100	01-18-2024	If you want to experience the two Another Code games in a more or less completely new manner, the Recollection is a great opportunity for doing that. But new puzzles, cutscenes or voiceover can’t hide that Another Code Recollection does not look and feel like a high value current game production.	Read review
God is a Geek	Chris White	8 / 10	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection features two great games in one package, featuring a deep and well-written story, and some excellent puzzles.	Read review
Hobby Consolas	Alberto Lloret	80 / 100	01-18-2024	Without being a perfect compilation, Another Code: Recollection brings up to date two memorable adventures that fans of the genre in the strict sense of the word will like, those in which exploration and puzzles are the protagonists, although at times it almost seems more like a visual novel.	Read review
IGN Italy	Francesco Destri	7 / 10	01-18-2024	As a remake operation, that of Another Code: Recollection is perfectly successful, especially for the new visuals of Two Memories, while as graphic adventures the two games suffer a bit from the weight of years.	Read review
IGN Spain	Laura Rey	8 / 10	01-18-2024	The worst thing about Another Code: Recollection is that it ends. Being able to enjoy Ashley, the Robbins family and the mysteries that these games envelop is a true delight.	Read review
LevelUp	Dan Villalobos	8.5 / 10	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection is a good example that Nintendo can bring back any game that surprised decades ago. The included titles allow reliving 2 amazing stories that were well-received on DS and Wii, but improved in every aspect to conquer new generations.	Read review
Nintendo Life	PJ O’Reilly	7 / 10	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection’s biggest addition to the original DS and Wii experiences, besides the slick new graphics and fully explorable 3D environs, is its all-new navigation and puzzle aids. With the obtuse nature of some puzzles now a triviality	Read review
Press Start	James Berich	6.5 / 10	01-18-2024	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.	Read review
Siliconera	Jenni Lada	8 / 10	01-18-2024	While the puzzles are a bit easy, Another Code: Recollection is a well-executed remake and it’s great to see both games worldwide.	Read review
SpazioGames	Nicolò Bicego	7.5 / 10	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection is a smart and well-made revival for the beloved series that be believed was long forgotten by Nintendo: we are happy to know that it wasn’t and that new players and long-time fans alike can now enjoy these two games on their Nintendo Switch.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Reuben Mount	7 / 10	01-18-2024	The work that has gone into bringing Another Code: Two Memories and its sequel to Switch is impressive, giving us a pair of enthralling adventures to follow. The DAS is an excellent little gadget, and the characters and overall story are excellently written and charming, but the short length of this collection and lack of activities outside the investigating result in a somewhat one-note affair. Another Code: Recollection is a decent little package, but you might be left wanting if you have played the original releases.	Read review
VGC	Chris Scullion	4 / 5 stars	01-18-2024	So much more than a simple remaster, Another Code: Recollection completely rebuilds both games from scratch, making it a brand new experience not only for newcomers, but long-time fans of the series too. With beautiful environments, endearing characters and a hint system that means players of all skill levels can reach the end, only a lack of replay value stops this from being a complete must-have.	Read review
Wccftech	Nathan Birch	8 / 10	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection may seem a bit quaint compared to some of the visual novels and narrative adventures that have come along since Cing’s games helped reinvigorate those genres, but there’s an undeniable easygoing charm to these stories, characters, and world. This collection also completely revamps the original games’ puzzles, usually for the better, meaning even Cing veterans are in for a fresh experience. Another Code: Recollection may not break much new ground, but it satisfyingly evokes memories of a simpler time.	Read review
WellPlayed	James Wood	7 / 10	01-18-2024	Another Code: Recollection is a solid repackage of two classic adventure titles that manages to celebrate the Cing games despite some lacklustre puzzles and clumsy camera controls.	Read review

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