Ok now we're getting somewhere, the cases are more interesting, your known information evolves over time, the overarching plot is solid. First game that feels like the Phoenix Wright I know, even with all the corny and cheesy stuff

Case 1 is forgettable for good reason, case 2 is alright with good evolving information but bad plot, case 3 is funny (derogatory), and case 4 is THE BEST CASE out of the original trilogy especially when it comes to the major theme of realistic compromise for an unyeilding search for truth.