Layton successfully blends puzzle solving and adventure elements.: Innovation is an interesting topic in the video game industry. We often hear complaints about publishers relying too heavily on sequels that don't introduce enough new ideas to tried-and-true formulas. On the other hand, some truly new and innovative ideas go largely unnoticed by consumers. Perhaps, then, the success of recent titles like Puzzle Quest and Patapon suggest a new direction for developers. Rather than take risks with an unproven ...