Another Code: Two Memories

Lore & Background

The game's story centers on Ashley Mizuki Robbins, who receives a package from her missing father containing a device called the DAS. She travels to Blood Edward Island with her aunt Jessica, where she befriends a ghost named D and explores Edward Mansion. The narrative involves a memory-altering device called 'Another', created by Ashley's parents, and reveals that her mother died in an accident caused by Bill Edward's tampering, a jealous colleague. Depending on player choices, D may recover his memories as Daniel Edward and find peace.

Reader's Guide

Another Code: Two Memories is significant as an early Nintendo DS title that showcased the system's unique capabilities, particularly the touchscreen and microphone. Its emphasis on narrative and emotional storytelling, driven by designer Rika Suzuki's interest in memory, set it apart from many contemporary adventure games. The game's mixed critical reception highlighted a tension between its innovative use of hardware and its short length, which limited its appeal. Despite this, it gained a cult following and led to a sequel on the Wii. The 2024 remake, Another Code: Recollection, brought the game to a new audience on the Nintendo Switch, cementing its legacy as a notable entry in the adventure genre.

Did You Know?

• The game was first released in Japan on February 24, 2005.
• The DAS device was not renamed DTS; it remained DAS in all releases.
• The protagonist Ashley was originally designed to be 17 years old, but her age was changed to 13 by scenario writer Rika Suzuki.
• A playable demo debuted during the November 2004 Nintendo World Japanese tour.