Catherine reviews: IGN - 9.0, 1UP - A

[Mirson]

Closing Comments

As if it wasn’t already obvious, I loved my time with Catherine. In many ways, I was completely blown-away by it. While I’m sure some gamers will be turned-off by its anime-style presentation and difficult gameplay, I implore those of you who are looking for something authentically different and outright fun to give Catherine a go. This isn’t a game just for puzzle fans or just for those who love anime. This is a game that melds so much together and is so different than anything else on the market that it’s for just about anyone who really loves games.

IGN Ratings for Catherine (PS3)

Rating	Description
out of 10	Click here for ratings guide
9.5	Presentation Catherine’s story is one of the most unique ever told in gaming, and while it’s a little hokey, it’s still a hell of a lot of fun.
8.0	Graphics The anime-style cutscenes and in-game content both look great. There are certainly prettier games out there, but you shouldn’t play Catherine because of how it looks.
9.0	Sound I really adored the soundtrack, and while the voice-acting is at times overdone, it’s still extremely fitting.
8.5	Gameplay Once you get the hang of the puzzle gameplay, it will become second nature to you. Those who aren’t gluttons for punishment may be turned off, though.
9.0	Lasting Appeal Really skilled players could get through the game in under 15 hours, but it'll take more than that for most others.
9.0 OVERALL	Amazing (out of 10)

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