After more than a decade since the character last appeared in his own game, expectations will likely be high for Level-5's upcoming Professor Layton and the New World of Steam set to release sometime during 2025. Though the titular Professor Hershel Layton has featured in crossovers and spin-offs like Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney or Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam will finally see the professor return as the lead in his own game. Moreover, the upcoming game could be hugely significant for the Layton franchise as it reestablishes itself on the Switch.