Catherine: Full Body - A Remake With Possibly Full Maturity

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This article will discuss revealed examples of content within an upcoming port of a game that contains erotic content and moments of horror. Reader discretion is advised.

Minasan, Kon’nichiwa! It is time once again to discuss how Catherine: Full Body is highly likely to welcome the cowardly, but determined Vincent Brooks back to the more mature side of the gaming industry in the best way yet whilst staying faithful to what made the original Catherine for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 a seductive success back in the earlier 2010s [4] [5]. Vincent may be a bit of an alcoholic man-child who is rather dissatisfied with his life [11] [17], but perhaps the additions of the original’s story could increase his small amount of likeability. There is strong hope that the original voice actors will reprise their roles for the English dub, as well as the new sexy events in the expanded plot and gameplay difficulty options being outstanding evidence of why the port’s title includes the term “Full Body” [4]. With its promising expansions on the plot that fascinated many of our fellow Catherine fans and the art style that many Persona fans love, will it be able to horrify many PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita players in a charming and thrilling way in 2019 and so on [4]?

The official cover for the PS4 version of Catherine: Full Body. [4]

A few ways to make a few differences to the nightmare gameplay can make it more tame or interesting, depending on the player’s preferences [4] [7]. One of the new alternations will be Autoplay Mode, which seems like a method of making the process of guiding the lost lamb through the shortest route very efficiently [4]. Another alternation will be Safety Mode for coping with the block-climbing without the time-limit and “Love Is Over” screen [4]. Not only will there be new gimmicks and the option to alter the gameplay’s difficulty that can make the challenge fairer for many Catherine players, but there will possibly over 500 stages in the entire port [4]. Wow, now that is lots and lots of stages – twice the amount of stages in the original Catherine! Quite unfortunately, a larger amount of stages within the main story mode will make the game far more time-consuming to complete, compared to the original Catherine [4]. But all the same, new sets of challenges can increase the thrill and also help the premise remain fresh. No matter which mode is chosen, how difficult the progress of guiding Vincent to the top seems and how long the progress is, just do not die.

Autoplay Mode, huh? [4]

There shall to be some new small aspects of the daytime gameplay in the enhanced port as well. Some whole new patrons will be up for a little chat with the Brookster at the Stray Sheep, so Rin will not be the only Full Body exclusive character [4]. Holy cracked sheep skulls! In the official second trailer, there will definitely be a moment when Vincent’s friends are seen in their swimsuits, along with Vincent wearing a weird eye mask [4] [14]. Those smaller ram horns attached to it could apply that it might be a nightmare version of the bar gameplay or simply an accessory that the player can make Vincent wear to witness something rather humourous [14]. Aside from Vincent’s new strange accessory, it is likely that Rin shall receive his phone number. If the pink-haired pianist will be occasionally absent from the Stray Sheep, the seemingly sweet and innocent newbie could start sending him text messages that will be perhaps not as overbearing as Katherine’s messages and not as provocative as Catherine’s messages [7] [15]. Perhaps there could be a few other new little features in the daytime gameplay so that the overall remake can feel more…well…full-bodied.

Vincent’s allies in their swimsuits, thanks to a new strange accessory with sheep horns. [14]

As I mentioned in my previous article about Catherine: Full Body, Vincent will have another love interest named Rin, otherwise known as “Qatherine” on the official Catherine website, who has been rumoured to be a transsexual or transgender character [1] [4] [9]. Another interesting fact about the pink-haired pianist that backs up the theory of possible transgenderism would be how that cute pink hairstyle and those blue and white clothes match the colours of the Transgender Pride flag [9]. There was even some small speculation about Rin possibly being an angel sent from above as there are two little angel wings on the back of that sailor collar [9]. I honestly do not think that Rin will be a male cross-dresser because the Japanese voice for the new star of Vincent’s story sounds far too feminine. And yes, Rin needs to be at least between 22 years old and 32 years old, at least physically, so that the new romance will be at least legitimate. Since “Rin” is a Japanese name, there is a possibility that Rin will be also named “Qatherine” in the English release for the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Seriously, what is up with the groovy bracelet?

Ummmm…you can stand up now Qatherine. [4] [9]

In the official second trailer, we see Rin in some adorable PJs hugging Vincent, applying that there will indeed be some positive aspects of their relationship [4] [9] [14]. Even though Rin seems like a gentle and friendly individual, there will need to be some flaws within the development of Rin and Vincent’s relationship, so that the players who buy and play the remake in 2019 will not sense any bias from the developers when it comes to choosing any of the three different lovers. The differences between Katherine’s caring and Catherine’s flirtatiousness were developed to be “black and white”, right [5]? Rin’s role in the nightmares is a healing presence for Vincent, which makes Rin’s development seem more unique [9]. Despite how clumsy the pink-haired co-star can be sometimes [9], we are yet to see what aspects of overall character development will make the co-star at least likeable and unique, aside from a special occupation as a pianist at the Stray Sheep. Since Rin will have amnesia and receive some help with fitting in, can Vincent help his fifth dear remember some valuable aspects of the past again [9]?

Let us simply drink some coffee at peace, you handsome transphobe. [9]

Well, what do you know? The enhanced port shall feature Vincent and Katherine when they were in high school. Teenaged Katherine seems to be a cheerleader who does NOT want any pervert to look up her cheerleader attire, similar to how Juliet Starling from Lollipop Chainsaw could try and prevent the play from looking up her skirt [13]. Could that pretty girl with long blonde hair in a white dress be Catherine in the form of a photogenic high schooler? It would also be interesting to be what Erica was like during the time when she was a teenaged boy named “Eric”, despite how a romantic relationship hit rock bottom and a terrible rumour of “Eric” committing suicide occurred [6]. Some back story of the characters when they were younger might make them more relatable to some players who still remember certain moments of their high school days. Even though it seems not highly likely to occur, a gameplay section featuring a teenaged Vincent in his high school could also make the remake more ambitious when it comes to expanding on the characters’ developments and such.

Vincent Brooks and two of his friends in their high school days. [4] [11]

Holy shipping any of the three lovers with Vincent! We get to see examples of added erotica and horror aspects in the upcoming port’s second official trailer [14]. Looks like there will be a flashback of Vincent and Katherine getting really close to each other in the nude after their high school years and before their early thirties [8] [11]. In the expanded present, Vincent could either be in a sauna or restroom with Catherine that might increase the plot’s steaminess [3] [4] [11]. Vincent and Rin can be seen running away for their lives from presumably a giant woman, which could perhaps be part of a new nightmare [14]. Speaking of Rin and a new nightmare, could Rin cause a new boss to try and kill Vincent? There shall be even a moment when things get rather gory and brutal with Katherine and Catherine [3] [4] [8] [11] [14]. Looks like you made them go Juliet Starling, Alice Liddell and Jack Torrance on you, Mr. Brooks! With a few new sexy moments, some hints of new nightmares and an additional cutscene featuring splats of blood from Catherine’s hostile side, not only will the expanded story seem more erotic, but more suspenseful.

Good grief! [3] [4] [8] [14]

There are also a few new neat aspects of the upcoming remake. Oh my godly door to reality! The karma meter, also known as “The Mysterious Meter” that determines Vincent’s eventual destiny is yet to be cracked and altered, possibly implying that a few new choices may lead to Vincent staying with Rin [10]. There will be an option to change the voice of the seductive temptress in the Japanese version of the upcoming remake [4]. The chosen voice actresses have all played the role of a seductive character, so the option makes sense. Wow! Trisha, the hostess of Golden Playhouse gets a new look [4]. And let us not forget that there will be some Persona 5 content for many Persona 5 players out there, including Trisha witnessing the presence of the Phantom Thieves [4] [14]. Isn’t it neat how there will be a remix of the original’s theme song “Yo!” with female vocals [2]? As usual, featuring plenty of new aspects in a remake of a game will not only fascinate those who remember fondly playing the original, but it may interest those who are completely new to the franchise without any experience.

The glamorous and lovely Trisha’s new look. [4]

The mysterious meter going a little crazy after Vincent pulls down one of the ropes. [4] [10]

The love triangle from 2011 shall soon become a love square. I know that has already been said, but it cannot be any truer. With three love interests at once, Vincent could be the next Don Lothario [12] [16]. Nonetheless, he does not really have a similar romance aspiration to your average romance sim, aside from how he will simply depend on the player to choose his destiny. Which of the trio will the player try and choose as Vincent’s ideal sweetheart throughout the whole week by the time after Catherine: Full Body hits the market? It sadly appears that the full release of the remake may not be available for the PlayStation Vita outside of Japan, but there can only be strong hope that it will happen for our fellow Vita misters and sisters, as well as the returning characters’ original voices making grand returns [4]. We will see the gorgeous and anxious Brookster climbing for his life in every stage of “The Woman’s Wrath” and trying to choose the ideal sweetheart in the “dump of a city” on the 14^th of February 2019 in Japan and a little later in Western states [4]. Stay golden, fellow gamers.

Come at me Brooks! [4] [9]

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Catherine: Full Body, Yet Half-Full Potential

If you remember a certain black-haired bloke in his early thirties climbing a tower of blocks wearing only white boxers with pink polka dots, then a remastered port of the game he starred in could be for you [5] [13]. The handsome, but weak-willed Vincent Brooks had to choose between staying faithful to his longtime girlfriend and unleashing his inner demon by loving a blonde beauty [4] [8]. The story about ghastly nightmares and a troublesome love triangle is yet to make a grand return for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita [5] [15]. Firstly, it will be released in Japan in late 2018 [5]. The reason why the upcoming remastered port of the fascinating masterpiece is titled “Catherine: Full Body” would be as if the re-telling of the story is like a bottle of full-bodied wine due to the fact that it will feature more content, giving the plot more depth [5] [13] [15]. Talk about symbolism.

A pink logo that resembles panties. Pretty fabulous. [1] [14]

Atlus and Studio Zero have a surprise for everyone who is looking forward to Mr. Brooks’ return. There shall be a third love interest for the fragile Vincent named Rin [5] [7] [13] [15]. Not a bad choice for the name of the newcomer. The additional love interest’s role that will split between Katherine and Catherine might seem a little tacked on for those who remember the original Catherine [15], but it might make the premise of choosing a confused man’s next chapter quite refreshing again. Welcome to the Stray Sheep, Rin.

Rin, the third love interest for Vincent. [1] [7] [14]

Rin is a pianist who may have a different personality [7], compared to the firm and mature Katherine McBride and the carefree and seductive Catherine [4]. Rin could be a tender young person, but might not have the best social etiquette. Rin’s appearance is rather adorable and youthful with short pink hair, blue eyes and simply unique attire. There would be strong hope that Rin’s age will be at least between twenty-two years old (Catherine’s physical age) and thirty-two years old (the same age as Vincent and Katherine) as it would be horrible to suddenly portray Vincent as somewhat a pedophile [1], which would probably make him out of character in the remake. Rin’s character development should remain quite different from how Katherine and Catherine were portrayed in the original game so that it will turn out to be quite unique in the remake’s final outcome.

Rin playing the piano at the Stray Sheep. [7]

In association with Rin’s feminine appearance, there is a theory that the new co-star will be transsexual or a male crossdresser, according to many reactions to a preview of a whole new cutscene in the official Japanese trailer [1] [7] [14]. Giving Rin a supportive role in the nightmares would be believable proof of the new co-star having a…”joystick”…since in the original Catherine story, only the men have to deal with the nightmares [7]. However, Rin could just possibly be genderless, similar to NiGHTS from NiGHTS into Dreams and NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams [20]. Furthermore, the expression Vincent makes when he wakes up next to Catherine, the fiercely female fatale was also hilariously alarmed [8]. On the other hand, the theory of Rin being a transsexual can also be backed up by how the play button for the trailer resembles a transsexual symbol whilst the trailer’s thumbnail is Rin’s official artwork on the official Catherine: Full Body website [1].

The trailer on the Catherine: Full Body website with a play button that resembles a transsexual symbol. [1]

There is also a transsexual symbol by the top right corner of each of the screenshots of Rin on the Catherine: Full Body website, which could back up the whole "Rin is transsexual" theory. [1]

Even though there is a difference between transsexual and transgender [16] [17] [18] [19], it would be very likely that Erica Anderson, the transgender waitress at the Stray Sheep would get along really well with Rin. Despite that Erica has been praised for giving transgender characters a splendid name by being a sweet and caring friend [6], there were a few signs of transphobia from Vincent in the original Catherine’s plot [6] [8]. Not nice, Mr. Brooks. If Rin really does turn out to be transsexual when the enhanced port is released, then perhaps Rin’s compassion for Vincent throughout the story’s expansion can teach him to be…well…less transphobic. His horrified expression in the preview of a new cutscene sure is priceless [14].

Vincent's epic jaw drop. [1] [14]

The possible transsexuality of Rin would need to be portrayed accurately, maturely and respectfully, so that the risk of Rin becoming a controversial newcomer can be greatly reduced. But ultimately, we, the audience, are not really supposed to see what might be underneath that trendy sailor dress anyway [7]. In addition to the possibility of Rin having a sweet and socially awkward personality, the pink-haired pianist could secretly be an angel sent from above. There are two little angel wings on the back of Rin’s sailor collar, which could be a sign [7]. But again, Rin’s physical age should be at least between the twenties and the thirties for the sake of Vincent’s little amount of likeability [8]. Likely to be a controversial character or not, it would be interesting to know Rin better once the game is out.

There are two angel wings on the back of the pink-haired pianist's sailor collar. [7]

Perhaps there will be enough room within the karma meter for the path of choosing to be with Rin [4]. An angel and part of the meter in a different colour would be a good sign of that. Nonetheless, it would be best to not end up making the meter look as if it may not have enough space for not making Vincent choose a lover at all [8]. After all, having to choose one of three lovers can be pretty tough. One of the possible good Rin endings could be Vincent designing a fantastic website with video clips of Rin playing melodies on a keyboard that will help Rin gain more popularity as a pianist. But who knows?

Will the karma meter get an update? [4]

Aside from the option to choose Rin over Katherine and Catherine, there will be some other expansions of the original game’s plot [5] [13] [15]. Additional endings for choosing Katherine or Catherine can further interest those who would prefer to stick to the two original choices; Order and Chaos [5] [13]. There could be new cutscenes that will make the remake more excitingly erotic [5]. Well, no wonder the title of the juicy enhanced port is titled “Catherine: Full Body” [1] [5] [14] [15].

The alternate Catherine: Full Body logo. [5]

Catherine: Full Body shall also feature some new aspects of surviving the mysterious and traumatizing nightmares [5]. Some fans of the thrilling intellectual property might be pleased with the option to alter the gameplay’s difficulty more freely [5]. Taming the difficulty might be beneficial for those who found the original Catherine’s challenge somewhat too tough to handle, even after the “Super Easy” patch has been released [4]. Nevertheless, the challenge would still need to be around, especially for the more confident players. Some new useful gimmicks would be sure to make the experience familiar and fresh, such as Vincent or any other sheep in the horrified herd being able to link multiple blocks together [5] [15]. For those who may want to go for the “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” route, there will be an “Original Mode” that does not alter any of the stages at all [5].

Alright! Vincent's got it! [1] [14]

You'd better climb for your life if you can, Mr. Brooks! [1] [14]

Lost lambs better climb for their lives in a new online mode [5] [13] [15]. The inspiration for a feisty online mode comes from the hard-working folks behind the development of the original Catherine at Atlus noticing some sense of competitiveness in several players outside of Japan [2] [3] [13]. It is without a doubt that the option to compete against another player online would make the remake refreshing to the more competitive gamers who enjoyed the original Catherine. In the near future of gaming, lost lambs will once again need to try their best and hope not to die, even if it’s a one versus one race.

Which sheep will be the survivor? [1] [14]

Catherine: Full Body may be the key to adding some romantic horror to the PlayStation 4 era, as well as PlayStation Vita days [5] [15]. Rin’s traits and chemistry with the textbook bachelor should hopefully be portrayed fascinatingly in order to decrease the risk of the intellectual property “jumping the shark”. The opportunity to give the Stray Sheep music lyrics based on his perspective would be a cool bonus. For the remake’s release in North America and the United Kingdom, Troy Baker would be the guy to sing such lyrics since he is experienced in singing and music [10] [11] [12], as well as victorious voice acting. Will there be an option to save Mr. Steve Delhomme from a terrible fate [9]? We will all have to wait until the game is complete and Vincent officially gets his embarrassing, but well-deserved spotlight back. Games are lovely creations, aren’t they? Stay golden, fellow gamers.

Well...this is awkward... [1] [14]

Okay. Now THIS is even more awkward! [7] [8]

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