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Bayonetta

Bayonetta

February 18, 2020
SEGA of America, Inc.
4.8/5.0(5,600 reviews)

Genres

ActionActionShooter
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About This Game

Dive into the cult classic 'Bayonetta', where you control the stylish Umbra Witch battling celestial foes. Utilize shapeshifting, demon summoning, and dynamic combat to uncover her mysterious past in this engaging hack-and-slash adventure.

Highlights

  • Fluid and engaging combat mechanics that keep players hooked
  • Catchy and diverse soundtrack enhancing the gaming experience
  • Appealing character design featuring a strong female lead
  • High replayability with numerous unlockable techniques
  • Enjoyable and humorous storytelling that captivates players
  • Dynamic gameplay allowing for both hack-and-slash and shooting elements
  • Cult classic status with a dedicated fanbase
  • Tantalizing visuals that bring the action to life

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Time to Beat

Main story:16h

Player Reviews

Great

Players overwhelmingly enjoy Bayonetta for its fun gameplay, stylish combat mechanics, and catchy music, although some find the difficulty spikes and cutscene interruptions frustrating. The game is deemed a must-play for fans of the hack-and-slash genre, with many praising its replayability and character design. However, a minority of players express dissatisfaction due to technical issues and perceived flaws in visuals and gameplay mechanics.

Pros

  • • Engaging and fluid combat mechanics
  • • Catchy and diverse soundtrack
  • • Appealing character design with strong female lead
  • • High replayability and numerous unlockable techniques
  • • Enjoyable and humorous storytelling

Cons

  • • Significant difficulty spikes in gameplay
  • • Frequent interruptions by cutscenes
  • • Technical issues such as bugs and camera problems
  • • Some characters and animations may not appeal to everyone
  • • Occasional user interface criticisms

Based on 99 reviews from steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

Bayonetta: Nonstop Climax Edition
Bayonetta: Nonstop Climax Editionbundle
Bayonetta: Special Edition
Bayonetta: Special Editionbundle
Bayonetta 2: First Print Edition
Bayonetta 2: First Print Editionbundle
Bayonetta and Bayonetta 2 Digital Bundle
Bayonetta and Bayonetta 2 Digital Bundlebundle
Bayonetta / Forza Motorsport 3
Bayonetta / Forza Motorsport 3bundle

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Bayonetta — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bayonetta worth playing?
Bayonetta has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.8 out of 5 across 5,600 reviews.
How long does it take to beat Bayonetta?
Bayonetta takes around 16 hours for the main story.
Is Bayonetta single-player or multiplayer?
Bayonetta supports single player.
What platforms is Bayonetta available on?
Bayonetta is available on PS4.
When did Bayonetta release?
Bayonetta released on February 18, 2020.
What is Bayonetta's age rating?
Bayonetta carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.
Bayonetta - Stylish Action-Adventure Hack-and-Slash Game