Catherine is two things: a fun puzzle game and an enjoyable story, which is something I never would have thought I'd say.

I normally hate puzzle games but Atlus really hits the nail on the head with experimentation and not over complication in Catherine, with the puzzle missions having forgivable checkpoints and multiple ways to completion.

The story and choose your own adventure aspect of Catherine is also very enjoyable, as you witness and play a part in a lovestory completely gone wrong. Vincent's lovers and friends are always a real hoot to hang around and exist as a fun reprieve between the puzzles.