Coming Dec 9, 2026

About This Game

■ Pre-Order Bonus: Layton Series Soundtrack Selection

A digital soundtrack featuring 11 pieces of music from the Professor Layton series!

*This bonus is available to those who pre-order by 11:59 p.m. (JST) on December 9, 2026.

*This bonus may be sold or distributed separately at a later date.

*You can listen to these tracks from the Secret Content menu in-game.

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Layton and Luke set out on a new adventure in a world of steam.

A new story in Professor Layton, the puzzle-filled fantasy adventure series that has sold over 20 million copies worldwide.

Set in America after the end of the Wild West era, this new adventure takes place in Steam Bison, a remarkable town of invention transformed by rapid advances in steam technology. But as something mysterious is taking place there, Professor Layton and Luke find themselves drawn into a new adventure.

■ Features the Most Puzzles in the Series, Designed by QuizKnock

QuizKnock, the intellectual entertainment group led by quiz champion Takushi Izawa, is behind the puzzles in this latest adventure. Take on more puzzles than ever before as you progress through the story and uncover the truth.

■ Theme Song by Joe Hisaishi & Lilas

The game's theme song features a special collaboration between Joe Hisaishi, who composed the music, and Lilas, who wrote the lyrics and performed the song. Together, these two world-renowned artists bring this new story to life.

■ An Intuitive, Hands-On Puzzle-Solving Experience

Steam Deck™ supports touchscreen controls.

■ Solve Puzzles Together

Whether you prefer to take your time solving puzzles on your own or gather around a big screen with family and friends to work them out together, that's all part of the fun of the Layton series.

■ A Completely Revamped Exploration System

Enjoy a smoother exploration experience with new features unique to this title, including fast travel and Coindar, a robot that can detect hidden hint coins. Of course, you can also take your time exploring the streets of Steam Bison, uncover hidden puzzles, and chat with the townspeople along the way.

■ Puzzles Meet Town Development

As you progress through the story, you'll encounter puzzles that contribute to Steam Bison's development. Solve them to upgrade the town's facilities and watch the town flourish.

■ A Cast of Familiar and New Voices

Layton and Luke return alongside a colorful cast of new characters. Both familiar and new voice actors lend their talents to this new adventure.

■ Daily Puzzles: A New Puzzle Every Day

New puzzles will be added daily for over a year following launch, letting you enjoy the game long after you've completed the story.