Bayonetta

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 649 Ratings

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  1. ReviewScope
    Apr 12, 2017
    10
    This action masterpiece is finally on PC! I'm happy to report that this version of the game is fantastic, tons of options, runs excellently even at 4K and beyond, and it runs well on older hardware. The game itself is incredibly enjoyable, with virtually perfect controls, stunning art direction and it doesn't take itself too seriously which was a breath of fresh air during its originalThis action masterpiece is finally on PC! I'm happy to report that this version of the game is fantastic, tons of options, runs excellently even at 4K and beyond, and it runs well on older hardware. The game itself is incredibly enjoyable, with virtually perfect controls, stunning art direction and it doesn't take itself too seriously which was a breath of fresh air during its original 2010 release on Xbox 360 (and a terrible PS3 version, then a Wii U version in 2014!). The price on Steam as of this review is $19.99/£14.99, and I'd say it's definitely worth it at that price, or you could wait for a sale if you prefer, but definitely check this game out at some point, especially if you are a fan of hack and slash games, as this is a stellar example of one.… Expand
  2. Drive637
    Apr 12, 2017
    10
    The Beat'Em All reference released on January 2010 on Xbox 360 blows its way to PC in one god*amn good port. Well optimized, the game is as crazy as it was seven years ago, the fights are as insane as ever and the already stunning visuals get lifted up through a pile of welcome options. Everything goes fast, the action is really intense and all that speed is channelled into an outstandingThe Beat'Em All reference released on January 2010 on Xbox 360 blows its way to PC in one god*amn good port. Well optimized, the game is as crazy as it was seven years ago, the fights are as insane as ever and the already stunning visuals get lifted up through a pile of welcome options. Everything goes fast, the action is really intense and all that speed is channelled into an outstanding staging (including through those breathtaking animations) which raises the fights of this game to the rank of most exhilarating ones ever seen on the BTM field. Clearly worth the price! Better late than never has found its best illustration!… Expand
  3. TheTG
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    Fantastic port, great resolution support, great silky smooth 60 fps with no fps drops ever. Great gameplay, great characters, probably the best action game ever created.
  4. Hack
    Feb 10, 2018
    8
    Bayonetta gets off to a slow start but it gets better and better as it goes on, it also didn't overstay its welcome, clocking in at just under 12 hours which felt perfect to me.

    I found the combat to be extremely fun and just over the top ridiculous but in a good way, with countless combos to perform and plenty of well done set pieces that took you off the ground to change up the    Bayonetta gets off to a slow start but it gets better and better as it goes on, it also didn't overstay its welcome, clocking in at just under 12 hours which felt perfect to me.

    I found the combat to be extremely fun and just over the top ridiculous but in a good way, with countless combos to perform and plenty of well done set pieces that took you off the ground to change up the gameplay a little. The boss fights were simply incredible, I can't think of many games that can match them. The main gripe I have regarding the gameplay is the damn QTEs which were often very unforgiving and resulted in death, one shot mechanics are never fun, and one shot QTEs are just the worst.

    The music was another huge success, it was very upbeat and fit the theme of the game perfectly, which overall was quite sexual and filled with innuendo, but on such an over the top level it was more humorous than anything else. Bayonetta as a character was very likeable, especially when interacting with the "Little one".

    Overall I enjoyed my time with the game and will definitely be playing the sequel sometime in the future.    … Expand
  5. solarstrIker
    Dec 4, 2018
    8
    It's DMC, except that it's actually Bayonetta. A hack and slay action title that no thrillseeker should miss. Eventually it's all about button smashing and a great sense of humor. On PC the camera can be a bit unsteadily at times and some elements of the game still seem outdated. But I highly recommend it.
  6. Phadel2
    Jul 20, 2021
    10
    Bayonetta is a classic hack and slash over the top button mashing mayhem where the player control the namesake Bayonetta. The combat is simple to learn but hard to master. What a game.
  7. gzfunk
    Apr 14, 2017
    10
    This is the game that made Platinum Games famous, the guys who also made Nier Automata recently. Plus a fantastic PC port, even playable with keyboard. Whats more to say? Get it already!
  8. Potitoman
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    The most insane, over the top spectacle fighter game I've ever played!
    Some people are dismissive as this is a port of an old Wii U game, but don't be fooled, this is one of the best fighter games you can play on PC (or any other system for that matter).
    Fluid and incredibly fun combat, rock solid 60 FPS at 1080P with my GTX 1060 with plenty of room to spare and a reasonable price. I    The most insane, over the top spectacle fighter game I've ever played!
    Some people are dismissive as this is a port of an old Wii U game, but don't be fooled, this is one of the best fighter games you can play on PC (or any other system for that matter).
    Fluid and incredibly fun combat, rock solid 60 FPS at 1080P with my GTX 1060 with plenty of room to spare and a reasonable price.
    I liked Devil may Cry, but I absolutely LOVE Bayonetta!    … Expand
  9. ZX_Stryker
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    Amazing port of an amazing game. It's fast, fluid, and most of all it's soaked in style. Easily the best spectacle fighter out there AND it runs great even on lower end hardware.
  10. SeanCastle
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    Great PC port, great game. Super stylish and fast. Stable 60FPS at 4k for me on a 4690k, 16 gigs of DDR3 and a GTX 1070. What's not to love? Plat really did a great job on this one.
  11. CarlJohnson1
    Apr 14, 2017
    10
    It runs great, the gameplay's fast and fluid, it's oozing with style, there's not much to complain about here. If i had to nitpick i'd say there are one or two more QTEs then there should be but that's but a scratch on an otherwise perfect behemoth of a game.
  12. RicolisD
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Awful game on PS3, laggy, bad controlls, long loading screens. All of this has been fixed in the PC version, stable framerates, responsive controlls, loading screens so short i didn't even notice them and it looks great to boot. I gave the PS3 version a 5/10 but the PC version is a solid 10/10, improved in every way and now it's playable. But the best part's that now it's only 20$, pick itAwful game on PS3, laggy, bad controlls, long loading screens. All of this has been fixed in the PC version, stable framerates, responsive controlls, loading screens so short i didn't even notice them and it looks great to boot. I gave the PS3 version a 5/10 but the PC version is a solid 10/10, improved in every way and now it's playable. But the best part's that now it's only 20$, pick it up ASAP, it's great.… Expand
  13. Flamebreaker69
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    8 years later it's still the best HAck/Slash Beat em' up on the market, it's just really good. And now you can play it at good framerates AND also resolutions. THe best version of one of the best games ever made.
  14. PandaSpartanX
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    Just an Awesome game with Awesome port for pc , stable 60fps in my I5 2500 with GTX 970 12gb ram Congratulations Sega , Make more ports same this! (Maybe Bayonetta 2 or Ninja Gaiden Series)
  15. mikehettfield
    Apr 30, 2017
    8
    There are very few times I feel encouraged to play on my PC, but with games like this is a pleasure, the performance is optimal, and the jewel of the crown of Kamiya's work, Styiish action packed, with sexy female lead protagonist, one of the best games ever.
  16. SuperGameFan
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Very good game, lots of action, good port, great framerate even on my bad laptop, looks good and not washed out like the XBOX and ps3 versions and runs better too, great game, and cheap.
  17. Ananisapta
    Apr 25, 2017
    9
    You get a LOT for the money. Not for fans of realistic characters... or even sane ones! The whole thing is gonzo and never repeats itself. And the creative team couldn't stop themselves: the credits go on a half-hour with more delightful bits than you can shake a stick at. A jolly good time!
  18. ZorgonThe5th
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    By far the best game to come out this year, runs great on the only platform to game on, the PC, looks great, is only €15, and is just an awesome game, play it now.
  19. Macdealer
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    As a Devil May cry fan, Onimusha and God of War I have to say Bayonneta is the best Hack and Slash game I played so far (Devil may Cry 3 is almost a tie though) . And the PC port of this game is incredible well optimized and not just optimized but fully upgraded!
    Funny story, a strong and remarkable character, awesome gameplay and huge creativity.
  20. KoFChamp42
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    Best non-BotW game to come out this year, it's just awesome, it runs well even on my **** laptop and it looks **** great too, buy it, good pro-consumer practices here.
  21. GameCritic121
    Jul 9, 2017
    10
    This action masterpiece is finally on PC! I'm happy to report that this version of the game is fantastic, tons of options, runs excellently even at 4K and beyond, and it runs well on older hardware. The game itself is incredibly enjoyable, with virtually perfect controls, stunning art direction and it doesn't take itself too seriously which was a breath of fresh air during its original… Expand
  22. ThatUDLegacy
    Jun 28, 2017
    10
    The Combat in this game is phenomenal, challenging while extremely fun.
    Enemy variety is extensive and unpredictable, Bayonetta is a lovable Sassy character.
    There were a lot of interesting sections, for example riding a bike on a motorway and fighting on top of trucks. The Platforming elements are fun and the Music is great. This has made me view PlatinumGames with renewed    The Combat in this game is phenomenal, challenging while extremely fun.
    Enemy variety is extensive and unpredictable, Bayonetta is a lovable Sassy character.
    There were a lot of interesting sections, for example riding a bike on a motorway and fighting on top of trucks.
    The Platforming elements are fun and the Music is great.

    This has made me view PlatinumGames with renewed interested and will be looking forward to their future games on pc.

    This game is easily worth the price and i highly recommend it.

    There is a 60 fps cap, but overall it's a good port.    … Expand
  23. sidm007
    May 12, 2017
    10
    One of the best ports ever. Smooth FPS throughout although capped at 60. This would be the benchmark for future PC ports. If you're looking to play, DO NOT USE EASY MODE.
  24. RidleayRomero
    May 22, 2017
    10
    Extremely well done port of the 2006 cult classic, still running at 60 frames per second! After lackluster sales on Xbox 360 and a sequel on Wii U, Bayonetta finally lands on the PC market! It is everything you'd expect from industry veteran Hideki Kamiya: Action, Adventure, Combos, Executions, Collectables, Genre changes and Mini-games! All set to the Devil May Cry gameplay that made him famous!
  25. asdfasdf12456
    Jun 13, 2017
    9
    This game is very fun to play, lots of bosses, smooth controls, amazing animation and soundtrack. After finishing the game, I still want to continue and unlock the remaining contents. The only problem is the camera not working properly in some area and not able to move the camera with mouse.
  26. vgmkyle
    May 18, 2017
    10
    Bayonetta is meant to be on PC with its smooth graphics and animation. This game holds up, the second game was even crazier and I hope it comes to PC next... and then Bayonetta 3.
  27. a1866819
    May 8, 2017
    10
    I pulled up to the house about 7 or 8
    And I yelled to the cabbie, "Yo home smell ya later."
    I looked at my kingdom
    I was finally there
    To sit on my throne as the Prince of Bel-Air
  28. a2203996
    May 10, 2017
    10
    Best non-nintendo game to come out this year, smooth framerates, great scaling, 4k, it's just perfect. Buy it now if you wanna play something of real quality.
  29. SuperkenGaming
    Jul 28, 2017
    8
    Bayonetta
    One of the most ridiculous games ive ever played
    Bayonetta is a hack and slash game where you play as a half dark half light witch bayonetta after a gem known as the right eye And while this game isn’t free of problems, it was great finally seeing what all of the fuss is about… This hack and slash games brought so much joy for me with its random and ridiculous humor and story    Bayonetta
    One of the most ridiculous games ive ever played
    Bayonetta is a hack and slash game where you play as a half dark half light witch bayonetta after a gem known as the right eye
    And while this game isn’t free of problems, it was great finally seeing what all of the fuss is about…
    This hack and slash games brought so much joy for me with its random and ridiculous humor and story telling..
    I ended up loving every character I came across in this game..
    The playfulness here is what makes this otherwise just okay game so great…
    The gameplay isn’t anything special and level design isn’t anything special either…
    The game is pretty linear with the ocassional forcing you to dodge a light to freeze time so you can walk on water or break a wall..
    but for the most part this is very much a barebones version of God of War…
    there will be walls that go up that wont come down until you hack and slash your way through all of the enemies…
    the combat is swift and fun, though not too satisfying, but youre able to fill up a meter to torture your enemies for an instakill as well as pick up their weapons which do a great deal of damage but break fairly quickly.. and the enemies drop these haloes that you can trade for new moves, items, and weapons…
    And finishing an area will cause the game to take a snapshot of usually your vag, cause japan….
    And randomly on your journey youll run into crazy huge bosses that you take down with your hair…
    because of course you do…
    your hair covers your body so while using it.. it isn’t quite covering your body as much anymore..
    I found each boss battle to be fun and engaging, and I found all 9 hours of this game to be perfectly paced for the most part…
    The progression is very linear here, and there are a few really cool cinematic moment to keep the game feeling fresh throughout..
    it never becomes predictable, it will introduce and drop mechanics all the time
    it keeps the game fun and stops it from ever feeling like a chore…
    Where pacing did become a problem for me though is with the vehicle based missions… there are few sprinkled in here.. and theyre fun at the start.. but they drag on for what feels like forever..
    less is more and that definitely should’ve been the case here.. these levels get uninteresting quickly and bring the rest of the perfectly paced game down…
    aside for the poorly paced vehicle missions, my biggest issue with this game is its collectibles..
    Theyre all over the place but they pause the game every single time you pick one up..
    I understand this game is from 2009.. but still.. its annoying and frequent…
    it almost discouraged me from picking them up completely..
    Bayonetta Is one of the few games that gets praise today that actually deserves it…
    Despite the annoying collectibles that break the flow of the game.. Bayonetta is a sexually charged game of joy and heart,
    youre guaranteed to smile at least 42 times while playing..
    I give Bayonetta
    an 8/10    … Expand
  30. isthis4you
    Jun 3, 2017
    9
    t feels like a dream seeing Bayonetta on PC, and thankfully, it’s no nightmare. While the frame rate is locked during cutscenes, everything else about the optimization has been done near perfect. Maxed out at 1080p60 is an easily achievable feat, even for older hardware, and the graphical enhancements only shed light on how well the visual aesthetics hold up so many years later. Thet feels like a dream seeing Bayonetta on PC, and thankfully, it’s no nightmare. While the frame rate is locked during cutscenes, everything else about the optimization has been done near perfect. Maxed out at 1080p60 is an easily achievable feat, even for older hardware, and the graphical enhancements only shed light on how well the visual aesthetics hold up so many years later. The controls are also done well for keyboard and mouse, so with the option of a gamepad, this is undoubtedly the best version of Bayonetta yet. As for the game itself, the story isn’t for everyone, especially considering how extraordinary deranged it is, and there are a couple of unforgiving combat scenarios. Fortunately, Bayonetta is still an alluring adventure that will hold a smile on your face until the credits roll.… Expand
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90

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
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  1. Worth Playing
    Jul 18, 2017
    90
    Even if all of the platform-specific flourishes weren't there, Bayonetta would remain a superb action title. The familiar story is buoyed by the absurd cut scenes, the action amplifies that ridiculousness, and the gameplay is still considered tight after the introduction of numerous fast action games in recent years. It's also a lengthy title by today's standards, and the constant grading of every fight will get perfectionists going. The PC version enhances everything and makes this the definitive version of the title, as long as you don't mind losing the Nintendo-themed costumes from the Wii U version. Unless you hate fast action games, you absolutely have to pick up Bayonetta.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 7, 2017
    95
    Despite the fact that the original was released seven years ago, Bayonetta is one of this year’s most important PC games. In its field it’s still unbeatable and the port leaves very little to be desired. [06/2017, p.48]
  3. DarkStation
    May 29, 2017
    90
    At the end of the day the cocky, confident, wisecracking and unapologetically sexual protagonist and her amazingly rich style of combat still beats strong at the heart of Bayonetta and revisiting the game on PC is a reminder of how much fun the game was in 2009. Any fan of stylish action games will still appreciate Bayonetta, especially now that some of the original's technical issues have been addressed and resolved.
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