Bayonetta (2009)
Nex Entertainment, PlatinumGames
PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360
3.93 from 2636 ratings
7548 members have it in their collection · 374 playing now · 2774 backlogged · 1383 wish listed
How long? Main story 13h · with extras 18h · 100% 43h (from 107 logged playthroughs)
A member of an ancient witch clan and possessing powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces-off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions, in a game of 100% pure, unadulterated all-out action. Outlandish finishing moves are performed with balletic grace as Bayonetta flows from one fight to another. With magnificent over-the-top action taking place in stages that …
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A member of an ancient witch clan and possessing powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces-off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions, in a game of 100% pure, unadulterated all-out action. Outlandish finishing moves are performed with balletic grace as Bayonetta flows from one fight to another. With magnificent over-the-top action taking place in stages that are a veritable theme park of exciting attractions, Bayonetta pushes the limits of the action genre, bringing to life its fast-paced, dynamic climax combat.
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Details
- Developers
- Nex Entertainment, PlatinumGames
- Publishers
- Sega
- Genres
- Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Shooter
- Themes
- Action, Fantasy
- Franchises
- Bayonetta
- Series
- Bayonetta
- Events
- PC Gaming Show 2018, Sony E3 2009 Press Conference
- Steam
- View on Steam
Release dates
- Oct 29, 2009 (Full Release) (Japan) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Jan 05, 2010 (Full Release) (North_America) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Jan 07, 2010 (Full Release) (Australia) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Jan 08, 2010 (Full Release) (Europe) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Apr 11, 2017 (Full Release) (Worldwide) PC (Microsoft Windows)
Related
Bundled in
- Bayonetta / Forza Motorsport 3 (Apr 2010)
- Bayonetta: Special Edition (Feb 2018)
- Bayonetta: Nonstop Climax Edition (Feb 2018)
- Bayonetta and Bayonetta 2 Digital Bundle (Dec 2021)
- Bayonetta 2: Special Edition
- Bayonetta 2: First Print Edition
Remasters
- Bayonetta (Feb 2020)
Editions
- Bayonetta: Special Edition (Feb 2018)
Ports
- Bayonetta (Sep 2014)
Featured in lists
Rating distribution
5 stars
766
4 stars
1154
3 stars
532
2 stars
143
1 star
41
Community All Reviews Statuses
Status Please...callmeYork Jun 27, 2020
I am terrible at action games (what...is...combo...), so I had to bite the bullet and lower the difficulty level. I wish there was an easy.5 or something that doesn't actually play the game for you. Even when I get a gold statue I know I am a stone fool at heart.
It does turn it into a wildly entertaining cinematic …
I am terrible at action games (what...is...combo...), so I had to bite the bullet and lower the difficulty level. I wish there was an easy.5 or something that doesn't actually play the game for you. Even when I get a gold statue I know I am a stone fool at heart.
It does turn it into a wildly entertaining cinematic adventure though. Also, it makes the recycling of enemies less annoying. I am sorry Platinum, next time I will do better!
Status Sir_Laguna Feb 23, 2020
I started writing an 'in depth' analysis of Bayonetta.
You can read the first part (in spanish). It's about the concept of the witch, the feminity of Bayo and how she's used as a maternal figure in the games.
Status PizzaDad18 Feb 21, 2020
Great game. Not Hideki Kamiya's strongest, but amazing nonetheless. Took me about a year to finally finish it. Half because I was simultaneously playing it's older brother, Devil May Cry throughout 2019. Also, the Wii U does not do this game service. If you can buy it on PS4, XBONE, Switch, or PC; please do. Frame rate and such was …
Read moreGreat game. Not Hideki Kamiya's strongest, but amazing nonetheless. Took me about a year to finally finish it. Half because I was simultaneously playing it's older brother, Devil May Cry throughout 2019. Also, the Wii U does not do this game service. If you can buy it on PS4, XBONE, Switch, or PC; please do. Frame rate and such was fine, it's just that with the large gamepad and the expensive, underdeveloped Pro Controller, it's hard to really get into this game's combat. Just wasn't comfy to play. Definitely rebuying for PS4.
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Status markrichardmitchell Mar 14, 2019
This is a lot of fun.
An action game with a self consciously silly and over the top story. Constant actions, varied levels and a ton of atmosphere. Yes it can be disorientating at times with so many switches, but its meant as non stop fun ride of constant colour and quick gameplay. The game is short but the experience …
This is a lot of fun.
An action game with a self consciously silly and over the top story. Constant actions, varied levels and a ton of atmosphere. Yes it can be disorientating at times with so many switches, but its meant as non stop fun ride of constant colour and quick gameplay. The game is short but the experience will stay with you for a long time.
Status JuggleMan Feb 24, 2018
Just picked this up as a download for Switch with the Bayonetta 2 physical copy. For whatever reason, the download code was not working at first which seems to be a common problem. Thankfully, I called Nintendo support and they gave me a new download code immediately, so if you have the same problem, definitely give them a call.
Anyway, …
Just picked this up as a download for Switch with the Bayonetta 2 physical copy. For whatever reason, the download code was not working at first which seems to be a common problem. Thankfully, I called Nintendo support and they gave me a new download code immediately, so if you have the same problem, definitely give them a call.
Anyway, I'm only through the prologue so far, but I'm really enjoying it. I am usually always down for an action game with loads of combos and style.
Status PrettyAverageGamer Feb 20, 2018
Just picked this up for Switch. 1) Why haven't I played this before, and 2) I can't believe Nintendo published the sequel.
Status Twilit_Fox Dec 5, 2017
Played the game's best fight (Jeanne 4) and got stuck against Jubileus - can't figure out what's happening half the time. (Awesome visuals though.)
Absolutely loved riding a motorbike up a rocket.
Status killerstar May 28, 2017
This is not only the second time you fight this boss but also the second time they use the same about "dropping the ball". Really this game is literally twice as long as it should be.
Status killerstar May 19, 2017
This guy AGAIN? WTF?!
My fucking god. This game is a prime example of how a great, funny and fresh premise can grow stale and boring. About halfway through the game it had shown everything it had to offer and it decided to just repeat and repeat over and over again. The same bosses, the same cheap mechanics. The only …
This guy AGAIN? WTF?!
My fucking god. This game is a prime example of how a great, funny and fresh premise can grow stale and boring. About halfway through the game it had shown everything it had to offer and it decided to just repeat and repeat over and over again. The same bosses, the same cheap mechanics. The only novel aspects were this awful sequences when the game abruptly changed genres.
I'm like 20 hours into this and it hasn't been fun in a while. It's time to press the eject button.
Status killerstar May 18, 2017
Now this f*ing boss is hard just because you can only attack it for a ridiculously short window.
This game should have ended about 2 or 3 chapters ago.
Status killerstar May 12, 2017
The Durga Claws are kind of overpowered, I think. Right now I almost forgot any combo that doesn't end with setting a fire charge.