Bayonetta 2

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 617 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 530 out of 617
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 617
  3. Negative: 44 out of 617
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  1. michellelynn097
    Feb 16, 2018
    10
    Bayo 2 is one of the greatest games of all time. It is the Devil May Cry on steroids. The combos are easy to pull off, but they do take practice. You will be destroying demons in no time with some practice. The story is crazy, but that is fine, it whisk you up with how silly it all is, but there is some deep emotions in the game as well to keep it grounded.
    The graphics get a mild    Bayo 2 is one of the greatest games of all time. It is the Devil May Cry on steroids. The combos are easy to pull off, but they do take practice. You will be destroying demons in no time with some practice. The story is crazy, but that is fine, it whisk you up with how silly it all is, but there is some deep emotions in the game as well to keep it grounded.
    The graphics get a mild upgrade, it is the frame rate that got upgraded the most and it helps. The smoother frame rate helps pull off combos much easier and keeps the action going so you don't lose momentum. Better shadows and lighting do help the atmosphere.
    The controls are butter smooth and they don't put too much on the player. You do get some tutorials to help you figure out how to do a lot of the combos, but it wants you to experiment with button pushing and analog pressing. The set pieces are just breathtaking and set a new bench mark for action games.
    If you think what you see in COD is amazing, you ain't seen nothing yet. The action pieces on this are simply amazing and will keep blowing you away, even after you have played it over 10 times. Simply put, this is the action masterpiece to get. This game is better than the game that inspired it. DMC, which is saying a lot, but this game is leagues ahead of any action game today, so if you don't have it, get it, and is there enough new content to get it again? Not a whole lot, but the portability aspect alone makes it worth 60 bucks. Get this game now.    … Expand
  2. Romorais
    Sep 11, 2018
    9
    This game may have some flaws, but as far I'm concerned it succeeded in what every game should try being fun to play.
    Great gameplay and great story, the only con I see in this game was that the story mode was kind short (finished in less than 8 hours), but this doesn't mean the game is short on content since there are dozens of challenges that I skipped to continue the story(it was so    This game may have some flaws, but as far I'm concerned it succeeded in what every game should try being fun to play.
    Great gameplay and great story, the only con I see in this game was that the story mode was kind short (finished in less than 8 hours), but this doesn't mean the game is short on content since there are dozens of challenges that I skipped to continue the story(it was so good and I wanted to know what was going to happen!)    … Expand
  3. HorusVenus1210
    Apr 22, 2018
    10
    Este juego muestra claramente como se debe hacer una segunda parte, la versión de switch es completamente fluida y con muy buenos gráficos, la jugabilidad es impecable
  4. bulger_paul
    Sep 25, 2018
    8
    I actually wasn't incredible crazy about the first Bayonetta. I thought the cutscenes were gratuitously long, especially the action sequences, which dragged on forever and made me wish I was the one controlling the action, the story was incomprehensible, for some sequences (like the motorcycle sequence) the controls were just plain bad, there were invisible walls galore, it was way tooI actually wasn't incredible crazy about the first Bayonetta. I thought the cutscenes were gratuitously long, especially the action sequences, which dragged on forever and made me wish I was the one controlling the action, the story was incomprehensible, for some sequences (like the motorcycle sequence) the controls were just plain bad, there were invisible walls galore, it was way too easy to rely upon spamming the same combos over and over with nothing encouraging you to try out new weapons or moves, etc. I did enjoy a lot of it, mostly thought it was okay overall, but I did love the unpredictability and the crazy set pieces.

    Bayonetta 2 takes the things I liked about the first game and amps them up to crazy extents, with more insane boss fights, more insane set pieces, more fluid controls, and there were no sequences with terrible controls, no matter what it is you're doing, whether it be flying a jet, controlling a giant fighting mech, surfing on the outskirts of a massive tycoon, whatever it happens to be, it all feels great to control. Sure, the story is still incomprehensible, and it's still way too easy to rely upon the same weapons sets and spamming the same combos with no encouragement to try much new stuff, but there are so many insane set pieces that are such a blast to play that it's hard to hold anything else against it.    … Expand
  5. Hack
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Great soundtrack, fast and fluid gameplay, good humour, incredible boss battles and mob design and just a ton of fun to play.
  6. scorp332211
    Mar 8, 2021
    9
    This is a fun and exciting game! It’s one of the most action-packed games on the Switch. Great fighting style. Quite a lot of different enemies and bosses- not just reused over and over. It’s a pretty short game- a little over 6 hours for me. The story is not much to speak of- but it’s not that important in this type of game. It’s a game I can see replaying again. I highly recommend!
  7. Cougargames
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    Imagine more bayonetta a little easier but much more fun and smooth combat that will make you even more addicted to this game, and of course dont forget the nice cutscenes... This is without a doubt an improvement from the first game that was already an amazing game.

    anyone with a great taste for games will tell you its amazing 9/10
  8. ZeoN
    Mar 19, 2019
    9
    Uno de los mejores hack and slash de la historia junto a una historia que te marca. Banda sonora genial y jugabilidad buena. Muy recomendado
  9. Kenshiro13
    Jul 12, 2018
    8
    I have loved Bayonetta since the Xbox 360 days, and I was pleasantly surprised to hear that I was going to get a new one back in the days of WII U. And now for Switch while waiting for Bayonetta 3.
    It's still a solid hack 'n slash game, but it's value solely depends what kind of gamer you are, but I'd suggest you to complete it at least to the degree that you fight Rodin the "secret"    I have loved Bayonetta since the Xbox 360 days, and I was pleasantly surprised to hear that I was going to get a new one back in the days of WII U. And now for Switch while waiting for Bayonetta 3.
    It's still a solid hack 'n slash game, but it's value solely depends what kind of gamer you are, but I'd suggest you to complete it at least to the degree that you fight Rodin the "secret" boss.
    And not to forget, the same as on WII U you will also get Bayonetta 1 for free which is nice.    … Expand
  10. jarvis0284
    May 18, 2018
    10
    el mejor juego de accion y aventura, les un juego frenetico lleno de accion y estilo que combina mchos elementos de otras franquicias simplemente el mejor god o f war de esta generacion es bayoneta 2 pero ademas es portatil
  11. zkawai
    May 19, 2018
    10
    This is basically a Hack 'n Slash Staple, revamped for the Switch in the best fashion possible! Bought the console for this game, was not disappointed. Just did not like the amiibo rewards, but it comes with the Nintendo territory... Still, great story, over the top action and style! Kudos for Platinum Games!
  12. Jezuzo
    May 19, 2018
    9
    Un Hack and Slash imprescindible en Nintendo Switch. Batallas entretenidas y divertidas y gran cantidad de enemigos.
  13. Rebenok
    May 19, 2018
    8
    Conforme vas avanzando el juego te va sorprendiendo más. Un hack and slash imprescindible, además del carisma de todos sus personajes a los cuales les coges mucho cariño.
  14. pmasterfunk
    Sep 6, 2018
    8
    Bayonetta is one of my favorite action games. Period. So I was pretty hyped about Bayonetta 2, seeing as it got scores that were quite a bit better than the original on those other game review sites.

    But it's not that much better. Sure, any Bayonetta is better than no Bayonetta, but I don't see how it's vastly better than the first. The action is similar, but I think the enemies in    Bayonetta is one of my favorite action games. Period. So I was pretty hyped about Bayonetta 2, seeing as it got scores that were quite a bit better than the original on those other game review sites.

    But it's not that much better.

    Sure, any Bayonetta is better than no Bayonetta, but I don't see how it's vastly better than the first. The action is similar, but I think the enemies in the first game are a bit more interesting. The story is better, but it's still not particularly good. I miss Luka a bit, but Loki's actually not too bad.

    Level-wise, the really horrible is gone, but some are still kinda bad. The horrendous motorcycle level was mostly replaced by a much more manageable (but forgettable) monster-riding one. The awesome shooter level in the first game (even if it gave me nausea) is gone, and there's a new, sorta-shooter level that's terrible. The underwater stuff is kinda meh. Even though it was mostly pointless, I kinda miss the end-level shooting gallery bonus game from the original.

    Having said that, Bayonetta 1 should be around an 8.5, and I think Bayonetta 2 should get a similar score. I don't think it's a 10. For people who love zany intense action games, it's a must-buy on Switch, but I'm not sure it is for everyone else out there.    … Expand
  15. wolfe_707
    Oct 30, 2019
    10
    Bayonette the best hack and slash game ever made, the action beat em up we deserved.
  16. The87thDruid
    Jan 16, 2019
    9
    This game is incredibly fun. I thought it would be good before playing it, but never thought it would be this fun. It's a must buy. I wish I could give it a 9.5, but since that's not possible, I'm giving it a 9.0. And only because of the story. It's not bad, but it could be better at some moments. The story in the first game of the series was better, for example.
    If you play this game,    This game is incredibly fun. I thought it would be good before playing it, but never thought it would be this fun. It's a must buy. I wish I could give it a 9.5, but since that's not possible, I'm giving it a 9.0. And only because of the story. It's not bad, but it could be better at some moments. The story in the first game of the series was better, for example.
    If you play this game, you will have a lot of fun. I totally recommend it. If you have a Switch, buy it.    … Expand
  17. Slowbust
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    J'ai joué à Bayonetta 1er du nom sur Xbox 360 et c'était un vrai régal. Le jeu sort de l'ordinaire. Une petite pépite. J'ai ensuite acheter la Wii U pour jouer à Bayonetta 2 et toujours aussi jouissif. Si vous avez une Switch et voulez découvrir un nouveau monde, foncez !
  18. iMustang
    Jun 27, 2019
    9
    This game is the definition of a sequel that surpasses it's predecessor in every way possible. The brighter colors taking the franchise away from the rustic look was an excellent choice, giving the enemies especially more vibrant appearance. Music was one of the first game's strongest suits, but somehow they even managed to surpass themselves even in that by giving us new songs and dynamicThis game is the definition of a sequel that surpasses it's predecessor in every way possible. The brighter colors taking the franchise away from the rustic look was an excellent choice, giving the enemies especially more vibrant appearance. Music was one of the first game's strongest suits, but somehow they even managed to surpass themselves even in that by giving us new songs and dynamic tracks I could listen to for hours on end while fighting baddies. The new weapon equipping system was flawless and made the combat a lot more fun, and the quality of life changes they made gave a lot more generosity to the player which was very much appreciated. The cinematics were always gripping and made it impossible to look away for even a second and avoid pausing unless I absolutely had to, with every cutscene having a meaning or purpose. The story was also a vast improvement; while there are some confusing bits here and there that require some thought, it's much more straightforward than the previous game and gives us many more characters to know and love. If anything the story was so good that that's my singular complaint - I wanted it to be longer! Give us more chapters to flush out what an awesome story they created for us!

    So much greatness was in one package here, and it was an excellent way to tie up any loose ends from the first game. Now we can move onto all new story with Bayonetta 3! Overall this game was an absolute fantastic experience. If the first game made me like Bayonetta as a series, the second game made me love it. I'm a true fan now.    … Expand
  19. GamerGoob100
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    Hack and slasher with beautiful made scenery enemies. Story did not hold attention much and nothing about this experience seemed exceptional.
  20. huntams
    Sep 13, 2022
    9
    great game, improved the gameplay, but the story does not feel something important. As if this part is spifnoff. It cannot be compared with the story scenes of the first part, as an example: a battle in space, a motorcycle ride on a rocket, a battle on a skyscraper, etc.
  21. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 11, 2020
    9
    Suprisingly sequel is even better than the first game. It is one of the games that makes me love this genre and platinum games.
  22. sergio123456
    Sep 10, 2021
    8
    Gran juego, jugabilidad espectacular, el carisma de la protagonista es brutal, gráficos muy bonitos en este exclusivo de Switch, totalmente recomendable.
  23. The_Final_Boss
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    This game is hilarious, I didn't play the first one and just jumped straight into Bayo 2. Has a devil may cry feel to it. Platinum games is a master at booty physics, look at bayo shake it!
  24. Thejodjeremie
    May 29, 2022
    9
    I finished the game and it was a blast to play. It is a non stop aaction packed game and I enjoyed it very much. The story, music, and characters are all excellent. The gameplay is just like the first game which is great though it was a little too difficult at times.
  25. Simplified
    May 11, 2020
    8
    A solid, interesting, and unique game for Switch. Combat is impressive, but most of the fun is had in the exploration of the graphically impressive environments. The story is a bit brief and at times combat doesn't cue you in on what you should be doing, but most of the gameplay more than makes up for this.
  26. Ibal
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Will not go into many details but game is absolutely amazing. Visually delightful, incredibly fun and surprisingly story this time is understandable and at an excellent pacing. This is the kind of game that makes its prequel greater only by the fact of its existence. Try it and you know what I mean.
  27. HaruShark
    Aug 19, 2020
    9
    Un buen juego y me gusta como el juego sea tan bueno con las peleas y enemigos con diseños interesantes que hace que la parte erotica del personaje sea un extra.
  28. Jesuscracx
    Dec 29, 2020
    9
    Muy adictivo, los gráficos están bastante bien incluso siendo de Switch tiene una historia atractiva.
  29. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Among the best Beat em' ups.

    The Good: - Exhilarating combat and pace - Extremely epic cinematics - Interesting story. Rare for a beat em up game. - Controls were very smooth. Being able to cancel combos into a parry, then continuing the combo after added so much depth to the combat. - Such a wide variety of techniques that enhances the combos you can do. It allows you to be    Among the best Beat em' ups.

    The Good:
    - Exhilarating combat and pace
    - Extremely epic cinematics
    - Interesting story. Rare for a beat em up game.
    - Controls were very smooth. Being able to cancel combos into a parry, then continuing the combo after added so much depth to the combat.
    - Such a wide variety of techniques that enhances the combos you can do. It allows you to be creative with combos, and use it to really stylish.
    - Hard and Climax mode facilitates the extra techniques and combos, requiring you to master the inputs and perfect your combos, and timing. A good way to keep those who want to be hardcore playing the game. Also adds replay value for those who want to earn the best medals.
    - The dialogue was hilarious, and serious when it needed to be.
    - Voice acting was top notch.
    - Music was great. Up beat music would play during a finisher, relieving the stress built up during the battle. Moon River is also a fitting song.

    The Bad:
    - Camera can be in a bad position at times, making you miss an enemy attack animation, thus failing a parry. This was understandable, given the amount of movement there was during combat.    … Expand
  30. YokoHugo
    Jul 30, 2022
    8
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Universal acclaim - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 0 out of 31
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  1. GameOver.gr
    Mar 17, 2018
    90
    The adventures of the sexy witch were superb when thye were first released on the Wii U and -even though there’s nothing really new to find in this edition- they remain superb on Nintendo’s newest console.
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  2. Vgames
    Mar 1, 2018
    100
    Bayonetta 2 is Action video gaming perfected. The game is simply great, with amazing set pieces and a crazy story, but the real highlight of the game is the combat that simply thrives on letting the player figure out the best ways to tackle a fight without holding your hand. With the extra modes and the added bonus of the first game, there is no getting around it – this game is a masterpiece and a must have on the Switch.
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  3. GamePro Germany
    Feb 26, 2018
    87
    The fastest, most spectacular and most beautiful action game on the Nintendo Switch so far. Belongs in every collection.
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