Professor Layton and The New World of Steam has officially revealed its English dub cast. Returning to their longtime roles are Christopher Robin Miller as Professor Layton and Lani Minella as Luke, both of whom previously voiced the characters across the franchise’s earlier games.

New English Voice Cast

Joining them for this entry are several new cast members:

• Amber Lee Connors as Elinora and Elida
• Nic Olsen as Eggmuffin
• Andy Barnett as Bolt Allinston
• Caleb Jensen as Sheriff Bobsley
• Arthur Romeo as Falcon
• Kayli Mills as Mystella

Japanese Voice Cast

On the Japanese side, Yō Ōizumi returns to voice Professor Layton, while Mio Imada takes over as the new voice of Luke Triton. The remaining Japanese cast includes:

• Riho Yoshioka as Elinora and Elida
• Mahiro Takasugi as Eggmuffin
• Shin’ya Kote as Bolt Allinston
• Kōichi Yamadera as Sheriff Bobsley
• Akio Ōtsuka as Falcon
• Michaela Wako Sato as Mystella

Story and Staff

The game is set after the events of Professor Layton and the Unwound Future, the third Nintendo DS entry in the series. The story takes place in Steam Bison, America, where Luke has settled and invited Layton to visit.

Puzzle design is handled by Quiz Knock, a group specializing in creating riddles and puzzles for media. The game’s theme song is composed by Joe Hisaishi, known for his work on Studio Ghibli films, and performed by Lilas.

Release Details

The game launches worldwide on December 10 for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. Mouse support is available on all platforms except Nintendo Switch. The title was originally scheduled for last year before being delayed.

Remake and Franchise Notes

A remake of Professor Layton and the Curious Village (Layton Kyōju to Fushigi na Machi) has also been announced for Switch 2, Switch, PS5, and PC via Steam, slated for 2027.

The previous franchise entry, Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaire’s Journey, launched in Japan on Nintendo 3DS and worldwide on iOS and Android in July 2017, followed by a Western 3DS release in October 2017. A Nintendo Switch version arrived in August 2018, reaching Western markets in November 2019. The game also inspired the television anime Layton Mystery Tanteisha: Katori no Nazotoki File, which aired from April 2018 to March 2019.