The game, which takes place seven years after the third game, features a new protagonist called Apollo Justice who takes over after Phoenix Wright (who appear as a major supporting character) and features a new gameplay gimmick; the bracelet, which has the ability to "zoom in on witnesses to gather information regarding them". This is denoted as the perceive function in the game, the bracelet is used in court to spot actions made by the witness that show nervousness. Apollo Justice shouts "Gotcha!" once the player spots such an action.