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Level-5 Unveils Professor Layton's First Non-Nintendo Game

4/11/2026

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Level-5 will launch Professor Layton and the New World of Steam in 2026 on PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, the series’ first non-Nintendo release.
It features a new 3D gameplay style in the American town of Steam Bison for exploring and solving puzzles.
The game includes 3D cutscenes, expanded language support, and a diverse cast.
Level-5 aims to deliver the most puzzles in the series’ history.

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Story summary

Level-5 will launch Professor Layton and the New World of Steam in 2026 on PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, the series’ first non-Nintendo release.
It features a new 3D gameplay style in the American town of Steam Bison for exploring and solving puzzles.
The game includes 3D cutscenes, expanded language support, and a diverse cast.
Level-5 aims to deliver the most puzzles in the series’ history.