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15 Years Ago, Catherine Had Gaming’s Most Complex Trans Representation
This article examines Catherine's 15th anniversary and its complex, albeit awkward, portrayal of transgender representation in video games. Developed by Atlus, the game explored adult themes and featured a transgender character, Erica, whose representation was influenced by cultural differences between Japan and the West, particularly regarding gender expression and transition.
Love And Deepspace Drama Continues As Chinese Government Indicates New Love Interest Is Gone For Good
The controversy surrounding the dating-sim Love and Deepspace continues as developer Papergames cancels its appearance at BilliBilli World 2026 following the removal of the character Valko. The Chinese government has also weighed in, criticizing the game's content for potentially promoting illegal acts and endangering public safety. This intervention makes the return of Valko highly unlikely and could lead to further scrutiny of the game's existing storylines.
