Bayonetta 3

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  1. dragonwarr
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    este juego es sorprendente cada nivel me causa una sensacion de querer seguir jugando para saber que mas va a pasar en la historia, los niveles de los demonios gigantes son alocados y con una muy buena banda sonora todo lo que espere de bayonetta

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  2. Nlfiit
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    auténtica obra maestra, supera al 1 y 2 que son joyas, sin duda de los mejores juegos de switch. Ya el empezar es épico y el juego sigue yendo a más y no deja de sorprender. Bayonetta es arte y en esta entrega aún han ido un paso más, la banda sonora exquisita como de costumbre, sin duda debes jugarlo.
  3. DMC_fan
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    The king, ehem, Queen of the action hack n slash genre is back in town and the wait was totally worth it - Bayonetta 3 is a balls to the wall gem of a game that I have been addicted to since it arrived through the post. The action is relentless and the visuals are spectacular. Those with Godzilla dreams come true. Game of the year by a long stretch, can’t recommend it highly enough. FeelThe king, ehem, Queen of the action hack n slash genre is back in town and the wait was totally worth it - Bayonetta 3 is a balls to the wall gem of a game that I have been addicted to since it arrived through the post. The action is relentless and the visuals are spectacular. Those with Godzilla dreams come true. Game of the year by a long stretch, can’t recommend it highly enough. Feel sorry for those who are missing out, but that’s the nature of the beast. Can’t wait for the fourth instalment.… Expand
  4. ItTakesTwo
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    -Gameplay 10/10
    -Graphics 8/10
    -Performance 8/10
    -Music 10/10
    -Story 7/10
    -Replayability 10/10
    -Value 10/10
    -Sassiness 10/10

    -Final Verdict 10/10
  5. PureJoyRide
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    Just an excellent game. If you like old school run and gun, hack and slash, explosive and immersive action that doesn’t give you a second to breath, welcome to Bayonetta. I’m halfway through and I don’t want it to stop. This witch is the Queen from the crop, just saying.
  6. iTzNabetseG
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Difícil de superar, uno de los mejores juegos y sagas que hay
    De aquí en adelante Bayonetta murió y lo que salga con su nombre posterior a este va a ser una completa cagada, mira que no me cayó mal viola, pero si el juego tuvo 3 entregas fue gracias a: Primero nintendo y Segundo a Bayonetta, como personaje es una obra maestra, sin Bayonetta Cereza no existe Bayonetta. Excelente juego pero lo mataron en su tercera entrega. QEPD Bayonetta    … Expand
  7. TriForceDarling
    Nov 3, 2022
    10
    Play this and you really begin to understand why this series carries so much hype, and all that hype is worth every single demon slaying, Butt kicking moment this incredible third entry brings to the table. I love this game and you know a game is good when you can’t put the joypad down or think about it every single second. A very easy recommendation. Play it and you’ll soon find out whatPlay this and you really begin to understand why this series carries so much hype, and all that hype is worth every single demon slaying, Butt kicking moment this incredible third entry brings to the table. I love this game and you know a game is good when you can’t put the joypad down or think about it every single second. A very easy recommendation. Play it and you’ll soon find out what all the hype is about. A true gamers game of the year.… Expand
  8. MJ27
    Nov 3, 2022
    10
    10000% recomendable!!!

    El mejor juego de la franquicia, ha mejorado en todos los aspectos. Técnicamente es de lo más potente para la Nintendo, la banda sonora es una joya que hará que se te pongan los los pelos de punta en más de una oración. Los personajes son increíbles y tan únicos. Su sistema de juego es un vicio, no querrás dejar de aprender nuevos combos, es súper adictivo! La    10000% recomendable!!!

    El mejor juego de la franquicia, ha mejorado en todos los aspectos. Técnicamente es de lo más potente para la Nintendo, la banda sonora es una joya que hará que se te pongan los los pelos de punta en más de una oración. Los personajes son increíbles y tan únicos. Su sistema de juego es un vicio, no querrás dejar de aprender nuevos combos, es súper adictivo!
    La historia tiene las mejores animaciones y trama de toda la franquicia de Bayonetta.    … Expand
  9. BirdOfPreyLives
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    The follow up to the incredible Astral Chain, Bayonetta 3 has exceeded even my highest expectations in delivering a powerhouse of a game to long time fans and new fans experiencing this game for the first time. In my opinion the game delivers in three key areas. The first area are the gameplay which is pure unadulterated fun, and the controls, which are so intuitive, like one single buttonThe follow up to the incredible Astral Chain, Bayonetta 3 has exceeded even my highest expectations in delivering a powerhouse of a game to long time fans and new fans experiencing this game for the first time. In my opinion the game delivers in three key areas. The first area are the gameplay which is pure unadulterated fun, and the controls, which are so intuitive, like one single button manifesting the beasts of Bayonetta. The second area is performance. Now here the DF examination proves to be a croc of manure since the games performance rarely stutters and when it does it’s so minuscule that you have to be overgrown frustrated dork to realise it. Lastly is the value in what you are getting, and here I have already put in a week into this game and all I want to do is go back in and play again. It is that good. Other areas excel, like excellent voice acting so props to Jeniffer Hale, and the cut scenes which are fun and funny and really syncs nicely between gameplay, never interfering or feeling too long. This is why in my estimation Bayonetta 3 is the game of the year, because it not only matches the hype of expectation but surpasses it, frustrating those salty incels who wish it failed. Tough luck.… Expand
  10. PiranhaMovement
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    Just a fantastic game, very addictive and I’m so far loving it. Platinum have delivered and I already can’t wait to go back and play. An easy recommend on this one.
  11. SilegnangeliS
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    At first this game almost seems inferior to the previous instalment. But i gave it time and this game is a great love letter to the bayonetta fans
  12. Bayothebest
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    When it come to action depth combat and hack and slash genre bayonetta games is the right answer for you, bayonetta 3 successfully top the previous parts at this point to be the greatest action game of all time hands down and ofcccc a Goty material in 2022
  13. YuseiFudo
    Dec 25, 2022
    10
    Absolutely fantastic, it was impeccable. The gameplay, replayability, soundtrack, scenery etc.
  14. MissVanjie
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    Es la mejor entrega de Bayonetta hasta ahora, me encantaron todas las mecánicas incluidas, además un juego muy completo, tiene todo lo que un gamer quiere, secretos, exploración, posibilidades, buenas mecánicas, entre otros.
  15. aasimin444
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    great game that pulls all it's limits than the previous installments in any aspects
  16. GusForce
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    Es un juego excelente. Tiene muchas armas (para quienes tienen el bayo 1 y 2 en la switch les carga las pistolas de estos 2 juegos). Se puede pelear con ángeles en algunos niveles, demonios y homúnculos.
    Es un espectáculo visual. Tiene los mapas mas grandes y variados que he visto en la saga.
    Se merece que sea comprado y bien valorado por nosotros los fans de bayonetta. Totalmente    Es un juego excelente. Tiene muchas armas (para quienes tienen el bayo 1 y 2 en la switch les carga las pistolas de estos 2 juegos). Se puede pelear con ángeles en algunos niveles, demonios y homúnculos.
    Es un espectáculo visual. Tiene los mapas mas grandes y variados que he visto en la saga.
    Se merece que sea comprado y bien valorado por nosotros los fans de bayonetta.
    Totalmente recomendado.    … Expand
  17. lighttime
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Amazing gameplay and mechanics offer much more fun. So many creative weapons beyond imagination you can never even think about in other games
  18. Djon57VGR
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    The Climax of a Trilogy on a Nintendo console at its Apotheosis to offer us an extremely fluid performance. A Pure Platinum ode to gameplay and user experience that can't stop to surprise us until the end. A Must Have on your Witch's List.
  19. DomDomDominatri
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Just an incredible game. It’s been many years when I’ve been so addicted to a game but Bayonetta 3 has seduced me to the point that I dream about waking up and playing this game. Just pure gameplay and incredible design means it’s simply the game of the year. Thank you Platinum.
  20. Blancog
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bayonetta 3 is brilliant. The improved combat is amazing as is the music, the only thing I can criticize is the story, which was… interesting at best, the graphics suffer a bit due to the Switch’s limitations, but it runs well. As well as the new playable character Viola, her combat is not fully fleshed out and is somewhat clumsy. But her personality is nice, best described as a clumsy dork.

    But all in all, the game is great, and I enjoyed it very much. I can only recommend    … Expand
  21. Nancy123
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    It is literally one of the best games on the Nintendo Switch. Amazing game, gameplay, and music! Loved it so much. It is definitely a GOTY for sure!
  22. Anthony1319
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Este juego mejora todo a los anteriores gran juego que saca lo mejor de su género
  23. LinKami
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Gameplay innovador y muy frenético, soundtrack hermoso e historia interesante.
  24. Korra543
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    The best game of the series. It's really fun and engaging to play and I enjoyed it a lot.
  25. 1000eR
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Una franquicia que entre más envejece, sus entregas son cada vez mejores.
    Un título que cualquier amante del Hack and Slash no debe perderse.
    ¡Simplemente sensacional!
  26. Ondoval
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Une histoire bien mieux racontée que celle des deux premiers opus.
    Un système de jeu enrichie par leur précédent jeu Astral chain.
    Beaucoup de contenue post game.
    Plus de 10 armes différentes, + 10 démons à invoquer.
    Des stages variés, excellent doublage.
  27. sephiroth42
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Un juego increíble, Platinum Games ha hecho un gran trabajo con este Bayonetta, el sistema de golpes mejoró, mucha acción, muchas armas y demonios, juego recomendadisímo.
  28. Reginahilton
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The new game play it’s fantastic to me, it’s more challenging, there’s platforms, puzzles a little of exploring and also the new fight mode “demon slave” and the “DO OI EA BAYONETTA!”. There’s also a mini game very interesting! The story it’s well done, I cried as never before, the end was a struggle, I was like “yeah she’s gonna make it” and a second later I was “oh no she don’t” and again “YAAS BI SLAYY” and so on. At least I can say that Bayo3 it’s full of stuff and news, minigames and game mode (you also play as viola and Jeanne). It was a good game to break the standards that th first 2 games gave us, I mean if you think about it, bayo 1 and 2 are basically the same. The new graphic sucks anyway, I mean the bayo 2 cutscene were much more better. Hope that I can see her again in a new chapter, I really love this game and means a lot to me… and I don’t want to play as Viola… I mean.. she’s cute but she’s not Bayonetta.… Expand
  29. aleplay182
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    Despite the criticism and controversy with the voice etc, we must recognize that the gameplay, history, music, animation, and the gameplay in general, are getting better and better and this should not displace it from the best current Nintendo games.
  30. Eliannnnnnnn
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Yo en mi opinión creo que es un juego muy bueno por ejemplo:kaijus,peleas,armas...etc además que tiene gráficos que están bien para la consola en la cual se juega,como buen juego tiene sus defectos pero eso no impedirá que no se disfrute el juego… Expand
  31. The_emf
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Since the 8bits era, the main goal of every game is being entertaining and addictive. Bayonetta does it all and adds adrenaline, good graphics, 60FPS gameplay, a little bit of exploration and searching items, excellent music and humor, It's a 10 action game.
  32. JulioMadeira
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Nossa bruxona Bayonetta sempre trazendo boa qualidade, o jogo conseguiu manter a qualidade dos primeiros dois jogos e ainda expandir o universo do mesmo. A franquia vai crescer ainda mais e isso é certo.
  33. Ludvik
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Phenomenal game which builds on previous games and adds new features to keep it fresh. Whether we’re fighting angels, demons, or Homunculi, Bayonetta always delivers.
  34. allanasi22
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    bayonetta 3 is an amazing game full of suprises that keeps the saga on a fresh way that gives the players absolutly liberty to choose your own way to play .
  35. Ositoyogui79
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me parece un juego entretenido que es superior en todos los sentidos a sus dos primeras partes. El juego técnicamente está a un nivel alto. La trama parece preparada para una salida de un Bayonetta 4 en el futuro en switch o en su sucesora. He visto algunos comentarios negativos de otros usuarios que solo buscan dañar la imagen de este juego tras la polémica suscitada por una fulana que le ponía voz a las dos primeras partes. La mayoría ni habrán jugado el juego o les siente mal que sea un juego exclusivo en switch. No hagan caso a esas tonterías y compren este juego ya que no se van a arrepentir.… Expand
  36. Kratosatreus
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfetta conclusione per un gioco che ho amato fin dal primo bayonetta giocato su xbox360,spero solo che quando uscirà il 4 capitolo viola vada a salvare i suoi genitori e jeanne al inferno,il personaggio di viola mi piace però cereza e cereza e vorrei vedere lei come protagonista piuttosto che viola, magari lei(Bayonetta)e jeanne insieme a Luka che cercano di scappare dal inferno aiutati da viola sarebbe la cosa migliore vedremo Platinum games e Nintendo cosa faranno.… Expand
  37. JimmyJhonny
    Dec 2, 2022
    10
    Really loved the game, one of the best in the series. Really solid gameplay, the story may be it's weak point, but overall it's really fun and with tons of things to do and discover.
  38. jgacob
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de la trilogía. Nuevas opciones, mejores gráficos, modo fotografía, una historia más sólida... Los anteriores ya eran de 10. Éste más.
  39. Gray2fox
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Great Game! I love everything at this masterpiece. The Gameplay and the Story are super awesome. And even the soundtrack ist pretty nice
  40. ajhedgehog064
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Bayonetta 3 is easily the best in the series for its integration of a story that takes the series full circle and an improved gameplay formula with a weapons roster that makes combat as addicting as ever. While the game has received polarized reception by longtime fans of the series, as a fan of five years I would say that Bayonetta 3 was extraordinary and most definitely worth the wait.Bayonetta 3 is easily the best in the series for its integration of a story that takes the series full circle and an improved gameplay formula with a weapons roster that makes combat as addicting as ever. While the game has received polarized reception by longtime fans of the series, as a fan of five years I would say that Bayonetta 3 was extraordinary and most definitely worth the wait. It is now one of my favorite games of all time if not the.… Expand
  41. iAlexander13
    Mar 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Шикарна гра, як і завжди в цій серії. Тонни угару, нереально шалених та карколомних сцен, від яких ти постійно просто в глибокому шоці. Зразу ловлю себе на думці, що фантазія у творців цієї гри працює якось інакше, ніж у всіх інших людей.
    Якщо ви не грали в попередні дві частини, то починайте саме з цієї.    … Expand
  42. Bayonettauwu
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    I played bayonetta 1 and 2 before starting the game I'm now In the game I have. Not fully played it but still I already love cerezas new design and the game is so funny I love the walk how confident she is and her style is amazing love the game 10/10
  43. Kyo84
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    El mejor gameplay de todos los hacks and slash que he jugado, tiene muchisimo contenido rejugable, banda sonora que no decepciona y todo el sistema de combate es muy pulido y fluido, para mi el mejor de la saga por el sistema de combate. Con una historia que amplia mucho todo el universo de bayonetta
  44. eldaliving
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    El juego es muy bueno y Platinum con Nintendo hacen maravillas juntos! El combat de este juego es 10/10!! Queremos mas Bayonetta porfavor Nintendo!
  45. Galen
    Apr 1, 2023
    9
    An amazing entry into the Bayonetta series.
    I love the introduction of using the demons masquerades into combat and exploration. All of the weapons are interesting. In previous Bayonetta games I'd usually find and stick with one weapon, but this time around I enjoy trying them all and often go back and forth between old favorites and weapons recently acquired.
    While I'm not the biggest    An amazing entry into the Bayonetta series.
    I love the introduction of using the demons masquerades into combat and exploration. All of the weapons are interesting. In previous Bayonetta games I'd usually find and stick with one weapon, but this time around I enjoy trying them all and often go back and forth between old favorites and weapons recently acquired.
    While I'm not the biggest fan of multi-verse stories I feel that it was handled well and it's fun.
    The combat is fun and satisfying, the world exploration is the best it has ever been.

    There are also plenty of set pieces and mini-games that back up the usual combat so you don't get too fatigued from a long string of battles. Jeanne's side scrolling levels are fun to play. Bayonetta's boss battles are usually divided into normal combat boss battles followed up with mini game boss battles helps to make things varied and interesting.

    I'm not the biggest fan of Viola or her combat, but she's a fine addition to the cast of characters and her parts tend to be short so levels with her usually start wrapping up when I start to get bored of her.

    A few minor gripes
    I miss Bayonetta 2's co-op competitions for halos, I also think the enemies in Bayonetta 3 can sometimes be a bit too easy compared to the Bayonetta/Bayonetta 2 enemies.
    I wish the weapons felt a bit more unique and varied in their combos and special attacks. I think they did Jeanne dirty with how ugly she looks, and I didn't find many of the costumes that interesting, sticking almost exclusively to the first costume that you unlock in the game.

    But all in all I enjoyed this entry into Bayonetta and loved every moment of it.    … Expand
  46. dharma
    Nov 8, 2022
    9
    Bayonetta 3 has probably the best mechanics in the trilogy, but it has the 'weakest' antagonist in the whole trilogy. It feels that the threat was magnified to be the biggest threat that Bayonetta has faced but came up a bit lame. Moreover, this game contains so many new mechanics, weapons and summons, more so that the only way to learn from them is to replay the game over and over,Bayonetta 3 has probably the best mechanics in the trilogy, but it has the 'weakest' antagonist in the whole trilogy. It feels that the threat was magnified to be the biggest threat that Bayonetta has faced but came up a bit lame. Moreover, this game contains so many new mechanics, weapons and summons, more so that the only way to learn from them is to replay the game over and over, positive in that sense but it made the first playthrough so jarring. Other than that, it is a great capper for the trilogy and still, to this day, one of the best character action game in any system.… Expand
  47. politelyincline
    Nov 4, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [[SPOILERS]] The fact that the Cereza of Bayo 3 hooks up with Luka irks me as much it probably does everyone else. Seeing the most powerful iteration of Bayo shack up with Mr. Silver Medal is heartbreaking. I get it.
    However, I don’t objectify Bayo as a sex symbol or an object to idolize, I see her for what she is: a nigh-omnipotent goddess who does not give one idle fook about your idealizations. Bayo does what BAYO wants, and if that includes making a baby with Tony Redgrave’s idiot son, then who am I to stop her? [[SPOILERS]]
    That aside, let’s talk about the game. While Bayo 2 got a lot of well-deserved praise, it was ultimately an iterative update to Bayo 1. Thus, Bayo 3 made sweeping, revolutionary changes while managing to keep the core gameplay intact.
    Instead of distinct hand and foot weapons, we have a bevy of unified weapons that serve as hand, foot, and ranged weapons in one package. This revised weapon system is key to Bayo 3’s new Demon Masquerade system, which replaces both Wicked Weaves and Bayo’s Animal Within mobility tools. Attacks and combos that formerly invoked Wicked Weaves now transform Bayo into a demon to perform devastating attacks. Double-tapping ZR will also transform Bayo into a demon, with distinct mobility tools based on your weapon, such as a moth form that can zip around and float, a fire-spider that can web-swing and walk on lava, etc. With expanded mobility come much larger maps to explore and tons of hidden collectibles, including keys to bonus stages that award anything from hearts and pearls to weapons and demons. There’s TONS of content between the combat.
    Bayo 3 has more weapons than any previous iteration, and I can’t express how unique they are. There’s a mic-stand that doubles as a multi-part spear that shoots poison and can buff you like a Hunting Horn. There are spiked doors used as shields, fist weapons, Gatling guns, and portal to the mechanical-pain-dimension. There’s a literal train engine that Bayo can either ride or swing like a club, which feels like Cavaliere on crack. They’re all super weird, inventive, and feel fantastic to use.
    Each weapon comes with a complimentary Demon that feels like an Astral Chain Legions amped to apocalyptic levels. Holding ZL will get Bayo dancing as she summons a Demon to take her place in battle. Demons are powerful, capable of staggering/launching everything but giant bosses. They can wipe out whole stages on their own, but abuse them and they can temporarily die or rampage, at which point they’ll attack everything, including you.
    Demons can also be used in combos and defense via Wink and Assault summons. At the end of combos or during some enemy attacks, you’ll see a brief flash on the screen. This indicates that you can press ZL to instantly summon your Demon and either inflict a unique combo finisher (Wink) or instantly counter and stagger your opponents (Assault). These flash summons all have unique positional, damage, and timing properties, so foresight and strategy can go a long way to maximizing their effectiveness.
    Much like the weapons, each Demon is remarkably unique, ranging from standbys like Gomorrah, to things so utterly insane that I’m dying not to spoil it. They all possess countless tactical uses and often defy the conventions of the genre (one such demon briefly turns the game into a semi-RTS). With the ability to switch between two weapons and three demons at any time, Bayo can wreak havoc in strange, creative, and stylish ways.
    Along with Bayo is Viola, a witch in training who is quite skilled with the only usable sword in the game, summons a familiar demon cat named Cheshire, and activates Witch Time by blocking, which makes her tricky to use. While Bayo can activate Witch Time while in motion and without touching an enemy, Viola needs to be stationary and make contact with attacks. This can lead to a lot of standing around and whiffing blocks, only to get nailed the instant you try to move, which is frustrating. But once you adapt to her playstyle (stay on the offensive, spam Cheshire, block only the obvious attacks), she can be devastating in her own right, though getting to that point might require more patience than detractors are willing to give.
    So the negatives: the game’s graphical demands turn your Switch into a nuclear reactor, so don’t expect constant 60 fps. Second, large enemies who block the camera often disappear completely, which gets ridiculous when you’re pinned against a wall and stomped to death by an invisible giant. Finally, the game introduces a new soft lock-on system that is unyieldingly aggressive: you ONLY swing in the direction of a soft-locked enemy, rather than the direction of your analog stick. This is made worse by a new hard lock-on system that doesn’t allow you to manually change targets, which makes nuanced target selection painful.
    Damn fine game though. Don't let the ending ruin an otherwise amazing experience.    … Expand
  48. Schwammlgott
    Nov 2, 2022
    9
    Sehr guter Nachfolger, Gameplay gut erweitert, Grafik für Switch Verhältnisse sehr gut, vor Allem die Charakterdarstellung find' ich super, Umgebung ist naja...das Wichtigste aber ist Spielbarkeit, und die ist gegeben...hatte keinerlei Ruckler oder Slowdowns
  49. Bunkerbudy
    Oct 30, 2022
    9
    Amazing game, you get what you expect. Amazing fluid over the top combat and a WTF moment every other 5 to 10 minutes. Gfx can sometimes be less what I would have wanted, but those are just hardware limitations. Just like Astral Chain you can see they took most out of it and pushed as far as they could.
  50. Ajenjo33
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    This video game is clearly a 9, the only negative part is the technical capabilities, otherwise it would easily be a 9.5.
  51. Rakereview000
    Oct 31, 2022
    9
    Bayonetta 3 is definitely an outstanding game. The story expands the Bayonetta universe while keeping the style and attitude, alongside surprising twists and awesome cutscenes. You'll try to stop Singularity, which has an army of biological human weapons, which tear through the universe, destroying the worlds in the multiverse one by one. The music doesn't fall short either, with new songsBayonetta 3 is definitely an outstanding game. The story expands the Bayonetta universe while keeping the style and attitude, alongside surprising twists and awesome cutscenes. You'll try to stop Singularity, which has an army of biological human weapons, which tear through the universe, destroying the worlds in the multiverse one by one. The music doesn't fall short either, with new songs and remixes that won't get out of your head. The design of the enemies, environments and demons looks better than ever, although I found the new look of the characters a bit unappealing. Now let's talk about gameplay. Bayonetta 3 has by far the most refined gameplay in the series. The new mechanics introduces to the combat include summoning demons to help you, adding them as combo finishers and controlling them. You'll get to control different versions of Bayonetta, each with her own unique weapon and demon, which you'll eventually achieve. It's super fun to mix up weapons and demons during the combat, which was more so Bayonetta 1 difficult rather than 2, which I prefer (which means it was harder this time around). You'll also control Viola, which plays differently than Bayonetta. She can obtain witch-time by parrying attacks from enemies, which I liked. Her sword play also felt great, because I usually like the sword weapons the most in Bayo 1&2, and she plays similar to that. She can also use Cheshire to help her, which mixes up the demons' usual mechanics. The weakest part of the gameplay by far is Jeanne, which plays in 2D stealth stages, which kills the pace of the game. They're annoying, unsatisfying, slow and clunky. To simply put it- I wish it wasn't here at all. But besides that, there really is nothing like playing Bayonetta- getting those insane combo chains, hitting enemies the size of a skyscraper and performing Climaxes- it's all here, and it's awesome. One of the most concerning thing leading up to the game's release was the performance of the game. Luckily- I think it's alright. I never experienced anything that hurt the combat experience. I will say that the game has some fps struggles, but it's nothing major. I was more bothered with pop in, which was really noticeable when roaming around in the stages. Luckily, I am willing to give all these problems a pass, because Bayonetta 3 has some seriously incredible graphics. From the cutscenes to fast-paced gameplay, world design and details- it's seriously impressive that the Switch can pull off these graphics, and they definitely contribute to how immersive the world feels. In conclusion- buy this game. I can feel how much work went into it, and it was obviously the product of hard work and a lot of passion. Just ignore Jeanne's stages. 9.5/10.… Expand
  52. Bidoulou
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Les développeurs ont tout donné pour faire de ce jeu une expérience ludique généreuse: le gameplay connu des épisodes 1 et 2 qui introduisaient le personnage de Bayonetta est ici magnifié sans aucune retenue. De plus, les thèmes abordés permettent de mettre en avant l'excellence de leur proposition. Si je ne suis pas fan du beat them all, je reconnais le talent manifeste qui a permis deLes développeurs ont tout donné pour faire de ce jeu une expérience ludique généreuse: le gameplay connu des épisodes 1 et 2 qui introduisaient le personnage de Bayonetta est ici magnifié sans aucune retenue. De plus, les thèmes abordés permettent de mettre en avant l'excellence de leur proposition. Si je ne suis pas fan du beat them all, je reconnais le talent manifeste qui a permis de faire ce jeu. Pour tous ceux qui ont aimé les deux premiers jeux, c'est la conclusion idéale.… Expand
  53. JustARock
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    I know some people have reservations about the story, but as someone who isnt bothered by the story at all, I honestly think this game is the best entry so far. Story isnt even why I play Stylish Action Games anyways, so yeah. I mean, dont get me wrong, I'm attached to the characters, I do love them, but I dont really care what happens to them in the story tbh. I just like hearing themI know some people have reservations about the story, but as someone who isnt bothered by the story at all, I honestly think this game is the best entry so far. Story isnt even why I play Stylish Action Games anyways, so yeah. I mean, dont get me wrong, I'm attached to the characters, I do love them, but I dont really care what happens to them in the story tbh. I just like hearing them talk, and do **** in cutscenes, and be flirty and wacky. Lol But that's just me.

    Anyways, everything else lived up to my expectations, the combat is far more exceptional than ever, we got so many new weapons, and skills that are all fun to use, Demon Slave is cool to experiment with, and is a pleasant new mechanic, the music is sick af, the movement felt fluid, and most of the enemies were fun to fight. There were some stinkers with the enemies, but overall I enjoyed fighting them.

    I'm still getting the hang of Viola tho. Shes tricky to play with, but satisfying to use once I start getting into her flow. Block offset is fun as hell to pull off when I can do it consistently. I still prefer Bayo tho.

    The level design tho can be very annoying when trying to find all the secrets and collectables, because everything is so open, and big, but I also like it at the same time because it's such a joy to run, fly, and swing around all these open spaces swiftly while in Demon Masquerade. The traversing in this game is surprisingly enjoyable. If Platinum made a platformer game with this type of swift traversing I would play it in a heartbeat ngl.

    Also, I know some people also have reservations about the arcade-y/mini-game sections, like the Jeanne chapters, the Kaiju fights etc, etc, but as a PlatinumGames fan, I was actually looking forward to them. Lol
    Whenever I play a PlatinumGames game I always go into it with the mindset of "get ready to play some wacky arcade **** and I **** love them.
    They're so damn goofy, and silly, and just pure arcade fun. They also serve as a nice palette cleanser from all the constant frantic action, at least for me.
    These mini-games were also actually enjoyable, unlike the bike section that goes on for way too long, the grating Angel Attack sections after you complete any chapter, and the nauseating Space Harrier section in Bayo 1.
    I dont remember any mini-games in Bayo 2 other than the horse-riding section(which is literally just the bike section from 1 but you can now attack better)or the not nauseating, but more boring, Space Harrier section. So yeah, I actually really enjoy the mini-games, and stages in Bayo 3. Lol However I, totally understand why people dont like them, especially the Kaiju fights, because they can be pretty slow.

    But yeah, those are my thoughts on Bayo 3, and why I think it's the best entry.
    Currently on my second playthrough, and enjoying every minute of it. 9/10
    Also, play this game a second time once you beat it once. Once you have all the weapons and collectables the opens levels are a breeze to get through. Also, the minigames are over super quickly, and you can skip the Jeanne levels if you want.

    I do wish it looked better tho, and had a consistent frame rate. Shame that its chained to such weak hardware on the Switch.    … Expand
  54. anykey_
    Nov 6, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God, that was AWESOME! This game is my personal GOTY 2022. Everything about it is beautiful, every element was thought out and well done. Like monster fighting games, or Jeanne mini-games. Platinum Games have surpassed even their last game - Astral Chain. I haven't had this much fun in a long time. The last slasher I enjoyed was most likely Fallen Order and Astral Chain. The ending is simply tear-jerking. Bayonetta 3 has become less of a musical and more of an adventure game, and during this journey you become attached to the characters, and Bayonetta herself. Viola, although not played very well, has become very good as a character. She's the next Bayonetta by the way. I'm waiting for Bayonetta 4. Therefore, my personal assessment of this game is 9 out of 10. Minus points, for the fact that Viola is not understandable in the gameplay somehow. Well, optimization and graphic jambs. With all due respect, but this game constantly gives out 40fps even on Yuzu. Why in 2022, Nintendo releases the game only on its console, I don't understand. It even hit Sony PlayStation that they need to release their games on PC as well. And Nintendo doesn't even want to release the second part on PC. I would buy then. And the game is already 10 years old. I would have bought then, but many would have bought, I think so. But despite everything. Bayonetta 3 is an awesome game.… Expand
  55. lesiuML
    Nov 25, 2022
    9
    Definitely one of the better looking game at switch! Gameplay is just brilliant. Stunning amount of combos, demons and weapons. Models of characters are really greatly designed. It's joy to play it from the beginning to the end. It can be challenging and demanding but it's always rewarding. Story is complicated but in my opinion is very good. Love new character viola and her different playDefinitely one of the better looking game at switch! Gameplay is just brilliant. Stunning amount of combos, demons and weapons. Models of characters are really greatly designed. It's joy to play it from the beginning to the end. It can be challenging and demanding but it's always rewarding. Story is complicated but in my opinion is very good. Love new character viola and her different play style. There is really a lot to do even after finishing the story. It's clear how this game was made with passion. Absolutely must play if you liked Bayonetta before.… Expand
  56. Dany8
    Nov 2, 2022
    9
    Un juegazo, de lo mejor en Nintendo Switch, el que lo critica para mal es porque no lo ha probado. La bruja de umbra está en Switch ppr tercera vez
  57. RWBY-chan
    Nov 23, 2022
    9
    I love it, the combat is super smooth and the game is a lot of fun m, plus I like how the environment is so different in every chapter, I felt like in 2 it was so similar all along
  58. Mcklain
    Nov 7, 2022
    9
    En su línea, espectacular, sin cambiar su filosofia de juego, lineal y con una acción trepidenate, un apartado técnico esquisito teniendo en cuenta el hardware por donde corre.. aún así todos los apartados tanto técnicos como artísticos son sensacionales
  59. LTX128
    Nov 4, 2022
    9
    A great game, with lots of action and massive levels.
    The variety of weapons and demons makes it a nice experience. The only downside is that playing on a 4K screen, looks… not good.
  60. Ardho
    Dec 12, 2022
    9
    Combat gameplay is very satisfying, likes the story that Bayonetta 3 mc is little cereza in Bayonetta 1, this is the best
  61. PMG-Writer
    Dec 26, 2022
    9
    Nintendo and Platinum Games created another great spin-off of the franchise with "Bayonetta 3" on the Nintendo Switch. The game's story can be convincing, but a bit confusing for newcomers to the series. It's just huge fun to take down the enemies with cool abilities and attacks. The small innovations also fit well into the complete gameplay. The graphical presentation of Bayonetta 3 isNintendo and Platinum Games created another great spin-off of the franchise with "Bayonetta 3" on the Nintendo Switch. The game's story can be convincing, but a bit confusing for newcomers to the series. It's just huge fun to take down the enemies with cool abilities and attacks. The small innovations also fit well into the complete gameplay. The graphical presentation of Bayonetta 3 is looking to do battle with the best damn games of the year on the Nintendo Switch. If you own a Nintendo Switch or just want to experience a cool game, you should gladly buy "Bayonetta 3" in stores.… Expand
  62. Catsup
    Nov 4, 2022
    9
    Best Bayonetta game in the series easily thanks to the amazing story and gameplay. This game is a must-play for any switch owners and 100 percent worth the 60$ price tag. The game does suffer a lot from performance issues though.
  63. OnTheWall9459
    Oct 29, 2022
    9
    Bayonetta 3 acts as both a capstone for the game's titular character, and an introduction to a bevy of new mechanics, concepts, and future prospectives for the series. The gameplay is as tight as ever, further exploring Bayonetta's own toolkit, while introducing new means of demon slaying with other characters. The action, set pieces, and lunacy of it all have hit a new high with thisBayonetta 3 acts as both a capstone for the game's titular character, and an introduction to a bevy of new mechanics, concepts, and future prospectives for the series. The gameplay is as tight as ever, further exploring Bayonetta's own toolkit, while introducing new means of demon slaying with other characters. The action, set pieces, and lunacy of it all have hit a new high with this entry. The new introductions and expansions that work for the gameplay are a mixed bag for the story - the game seems to take inspiration from its peers such as Devil May Cry 5, Astral Chain, etc., without really reaching their highs, while also building on top of Bayonetta 1 & 2's meddling with time by adding multiverses. What this ultimately produces is an ending that will satisfy some, confused others, and leave people either happy or disappointed with Bayonetta 3's ultimate conclusion. As a story, Bayonetta 3 will be something that fans and non-fans will be divided over. As a game though? My goodness is it a blast to play. Go play 1 & 2, and then come back and enjoy the bombastic lunacy that is Bayonetta 3.… Expand
  64. Carlove1
    Oct 30, 2022
    9
    Es un excelente juego hack AND slash super dinámico y con unos gráficos superiores a Nintendo switch...hermoso...esos que puntuan 0 que piensan? Es un insulto que le pongan esa calificación de hate
  65. btl630900
    Sep 1, 2023
    9
    Bayonetta 3 Is excellent in so many ways with extremely high Highs and some lower points that comes together for a great experience. The combat in this game is really rewarding with great weapons and demons leading to a ton of player input and crazy battles. They smartly streamlined the weapon gaining process and getting the demon on screen is crazy leading to some insane potential, thoughBayonetta 3 Is excellent in so many ways with extremely high Highs and some lower points that comes together for a great experience. The combat in this game is really rewarding with great weapons and demons leading to a ton of player input and crazy battles. They smartly streamlined the weapon gaining process and getting the demon on screen is crazy leading to some insane potential, though it definitely is held back by the switch -mine is on fire. The game has insane bosses and variety in gameplay with over the top sequences, some control well others are eh, though that rhythm game fight is one of the best moments in this series. There is surprisingly great level design- its not just linear hallways it genuinely looks great in worlds and opens up puzzles and exploration in a good way for more. Viola is really fun to play and enjoyable and adds more to the game overall with variety and fun. The story is crazy and ill admit the ending is definitely going to be tough to swallow but it does not detract from the other 90% of the game being amazing. The ost is amazing as well as so much of the presentation having way more budget than previous games clearly just being held back by switch. Really a great time. Its finally here and its right on time.… Expand
  66. MaxHeHeHeadroom
    Nov 1, 2022
    9
    Creo que supera en todo a las anteriores entregas, técnicamente está por encima de las versiones de WiiU, y vuelve su sistema de combate aun más profundo y entretenido. Definitivamente de lo mejor de PlatinumGames, la música, el carisma de los personajes, y el frenetismo de los combates dejan muy en segundo plano las obvias carencias visuales, que son totalmente entendibles en una consolaCreo que supera en todo a las anteriores entregas, técnicamente está por encima de las versiones de WiiU, y vuelve su sistema de combate aun más profundo y entretenido. Definitivamente de lo mejor de PlatinumGames, la música, el carisma de los personajes, y el frenetismo de los combates dejan muy en segundo plano las obvias carencias visuales, que son totalmente entendibles en una consola que da portabilidad y tiene casi 6 años.… Expand
  67. venigma
    Nov 7, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the gameplay - loved the possibilities with demon slave and many demons and weapons, many ways to customize the character and skill tree.

    i didnt like some parts of the story and the photo mode, for me photo mode need some updates because i see that it reduces the resolution of the scene , and when i get out of photo mode the scene is prettier,so maybe ,more ways to focus,more options ....

    i miss more angels and demons(enemies). Homunculi was good but..nothing can beat angels and demons from the previous ones.

    extra super extra:
    WHY I CAN´T SEE ANY PYRAMID IN Egypt section - oh my god it´s a missed oportunity hahahhaha..

    and Jeane...we need costumes for Jeane -that´s it.
    i could say 9.5 out of 10    … Expand
  68. Krismurean
    Nov 1, 2022
    9
    Bayonetta es un gran juego el mejor de los hack n slash del 2022, una destruccion descomunal desde el comienzo que te permite disfrutar cada combo, cada ataque e incluso loa movimientos erraticos y convinaciones de los enemigos permite un mayor grado de concentracion y no solo preocuparte de los enemigos adelante, tambien los de atras. Aun sigo y seguire disfrutando bayonetta 3 losBayonetta es un gran juego el mejor de los hack n slash del 2022, una destruccion descomunal desde el comienzo que te permite disfrutar cada combo, cada ataque e incluso loa movimientos erraticos y convinaciones de los enemigos permite un mayor grado de concentracion y no solo preocuparte de los enemigos adelante, tambien los de atras. Aun sigo y seguire disfrutando bayonetta 3 los proximos meses, solo platinum game se puede superar. Post el 10 no se lo puedo dar por la consola pero espero que en la switch 2 pueda disfrutarse un juego mas pulido.… Expand
  69. StarLordAH
    Nov 1, 2022
    9
    No es un juego perfecto, creo que su peor es error es tener una historia tan ambiciosa, ya que al tener tanto de donde sacar, los huecos argumentales están a la orden del día, además de que deja muchas incógnitas en el aire. Sin embargo, tiene una jugabilidad excelente, las invocaciones son muy disfrutables y en general, la variedad de armas y contenido es sorprendete.
    Sin duda con sus    No es un juego perfecto, creo que su peor es error es tener una historia tan ambiciosa, ya que al tener tanto de donde sacar, los huecos argumentales están a la orden del día, además de que deja muchas incógnitas en el aire. Sin embargo, tiene una jugabilidad excelente, las invocaciones son muy disfrutables y en general, la variedad de armas y contenido es sorprendete.
    Sin duda con sus detalles, una digna tercera entrega para terminar la trilogía de Bayonetta.    … Expand
  70. 7combo
    Nov 5, 2022
    9
    It is less beautiful than part 2 because most of the game is centralized in apocalyptic events where everything is been destroyed with enormous stages, what makes the game look inferior graphically, something I realized that when I call one of my giants demons they Looks Graphically better than Bayonetta 3D model specially MADAMA BUTTERFLY what make me think maybe is because of the angleIt is less beautiful than part 2 because most of the game is centralized in apocalyptic events where everything is been destroyed with enormous stages, what makes the game look inferior graphically, something I realized that when I call one of my giants demons they Looks Graphically better than Bayonetta 3D model specially MADAMA BUTTERFLY what make me think maybe is because of the angle they choose for the camera which focus in the the demon, which make sense because is what you controlling as a character in that moment, but overall Good new mecanics, a lot cut scenes, and a lot new ways to play, amazing and fun gameplay so many slave demons and fight styles, with one of the best final battles I had palyed, I love it.… Expand
  71. JCU_0mega64
    Nov 6, 2022
    9
    Pro
    + Fun gameplay
    + Easy to start/ hard to master combat
    + Fun characters (I didn't mind Viola and was getting used to her)
    + Story that hits you in the feels
    + Big areas that don't feel overwhelming

    Con
    - Story felt too rushed and open ended
    - The Graphics are being held back from the Switch (I was playing it with the Standard Switch in Docked mode)
  72. Javik76
    Nov 8, 2022
    9
    Bayonetta 3 es un juego que aparentemente está completamente loco, pero que realmente está muy bien construido. Lo que sucede en realidad es que pasan tantas cosas al mismo tiempo que cuesta un poco acostumbrarse a él, pero que cuando lo consigues es una verdadera gozada. Un Hack And Slash frenético que no duda experimentar con otros géneros (aunque no siempre con el mismo éxito). Y aunqueBayonetta 3 es un juego que aparentemente está completamente loco, pero que realmente está muy bien construido. Lo que sucede en realidad es que pasan tantas cosas al mismo tiempo que cuesta un poco acostumbrarse a él, pero que cuando lo consigues es una verdadera gozada. Un Hack And Slash frenético que no duda experimentar con otros géneros (aunque no siempre con el mismo éxito). Y aunque parece mentira, la historia que aparentemente es lo más flojo del juego, llega a sacarte al final una lagrimita. En definitiva, un juegazo.… Expand
  73. TaniaTucker
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Me está encantando el juego. Creo que supera la historia del 2 y el 1. Me ha gustado mucho la vuelta de la bruja y toda la trama (no spoilers jejeje) el estilo de combate es bueno y los malos tienen buen nivel de dificultad. A mí, personalmente, me está gustando
  74. engenier94
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Hermoso juego. En todo. Banda sonora magistral, diseño de arte precioso, jugabilidad bestial, historia, la mas loca que he jugado. Graficamente es donde cae un poco, ya que para mantener los 60fps tuvieron que jugar con la resolución. Pero es una maravilla que partió mi corazon
  75. PageWizard
    Dec 23, 2022
    8
    An ambitious title that is a ton of fun. Arguably one of the best Bayonetta games in terms of gameplay, but does a poor job of executing its story, I much preferred Bayonetta 2 personally. I personally really had fun with the huge set pieces and big bosses. I was hoping the third game would be a stronger entry in the plot category (especially after Bayonetta 2 subverted expectations andAn ambitious title that is a ton of fun. Arguably one of the best Bayonetta games in terms of gameplay, but does a poor job of executing its story, I much preferred Bayonetta 2 personally. I personally really had fun with the huge set pieces and big bosses. I was hoping the third game would be a stronger entry in the plot category (especially after Bayonetta 2 subverted expectations and re-contextualized effectively the first game), but it failed to deliver on its ambitious premise. A possible rewrite of the plot or sharpening of its narrative could have improved the story, as there's a ton of amazing ideas in it.

    Fun but a little confusing, and not in a way previous games were like. I think the game fell under its own ambitions and failed to deliver its plot more strongly. Left much to be desired.    … Expand
  76. weskergamer
    Mar 27, 2023
    8
    This game really made me a fan of bayonetta. Even though i played B1 and B2 before, this was the game that told me, hey! this is a really good franchise. I really enjoyed the gameplay and the multiple weapons you can use. The music is amazing, really a blast. BUT, this game couldn't been perfect if it wasn't for the amount of gimmicky sections this game has. You can spend 20 of the bestThis game really made me a fan of bayonetta. Even though i played B1 and B2 before, this was the game that told me, hey! this is a really good franchise. I really enjoyed the gameplay and the multiple weapons you can use. The music is amazing, really a blast. BUT, this game couldn't been perfect if it wasn't for the amount of gimmicky sections this game has. You can spend 20 of the best gameplay ever and later you have to spend 10 more minutes doing boring things that don't help with the passing of the game. Also, what with that ending OMG! that was horrible, so stupid it doesn't make sense. Anyway, very recommended game but a flawed one almost perfect… Expand
  77. Gohax
    Nov 3, 2022
    8
    as a huge fan of the series i couldn't wait for the new Bayonetta to drop and after finishing the main story i got to say in terms of gameplay alone Bayonetta 3 is the peak of the series everything from the funny scenes and the action scenes is just perfect and i have to admit the game was a 10 out of 10 for me until the ending.
    that ending managed to totally ruin the game for me in terms    as a huge fan of the series i couldn't wait for the new Bayonetta to drop and after finishing the main story i got to say in terms of gameplay alone Bayonetta 3 is the peak of the series everything from the funny scenes and the action scenes is just perfect and i have to admit the game was a 10 out of 10 for me until the ending.
    that ending managed to totally ruin the game for me in terms of story especially after i saw THAT scene

    but all in all not counting the ending the game is a solid one and an easy recommendation i do really recommend for people to check this game out but the ending will leave you with a bitter taste unfortunately

    in conclusion my final score to bayonetta 3 is a 8.5 out of 10    … Expand
  78. jljosue
    Jan 8, 2023
    8
    I'll try not to go too much into spoilers. Bayonetta 3 left me with a very sour taste at the end in terms of its story, not because of how a story must end, but because of its incoherence. If there's one element a story must have to be good, it's its plot, and that the cause-effect of said plot manifests itself as you progress through the game. And, while that cause-effect is usually seenI'll try not to go too much into spoilers. Bayonetta 3 left me with a very sour taste at the end in terms of its story, not because of how a story must end, but because of its incoherence. If there's one element a story must have to be good, it's its plot, and that the cause-effect of said plot manifests itself as you progress through the game. And, while that cause-effect is usually seen with the antagonist, it's not usually seen with what Bayonetta is or the people around her, and that detracts a lot from it. Let me explain, in Bayonetta 1, the game revolves around her identity, in Bayonetta 2, the game looks for continuation on the identity that Bayonetta has built and, features more introspective things that weren't seen in Bayonetta 1 regarding her personal life or the lives of her own. In Bayonetta 3, however, there is none of that, because the detracting factor in my opinion is the concept of the metaverse.

    The creator of Bayonetta said that players had to have played Bayonetta 1 and 2 to play Bayonetta 3 and, in part, he lied. I say partly because... yes, it is true that you have to play both games to know some references such as the angels or demons you face, or with whom you make a pact, but it is not so necessary for the story, because in itself, it’s quite unconnected, and unrelated to the 2 previous games (Bayonetta 1 and 2). Even in Bayonetta 2 something happens at the end with the villain, and what happens with the villain is not even continued in Bayonetta 3, and worse, it's not even mentioned in the game. As for the gameplay, it's SPECTACULAR, better than Bayonetta 1 and 2, it feels very satisfying; and I think they did great at that, they really outdid themselves. Fighting the demons you acquire as you progress is exquisite.

    Going back to the metaverse, I think this aspect of Bayonetta 3 is what ruins a little bit the lore of Bayonetta and its exquisite world; because I feel that the developers wanted to cover too much, but as a phrase says "do not bite off more than you can chew". So much so that, even acquiring new weapons, you don't have that many opportunities to practice with them, because you get many of those weapons at the end of the game; and you can't even empathize much with the characters you encounter, since they don't have much screen time. And that's basically what the metaverse proposes, finding yourself in various situations or characters that you don't have much opportunity to interact with or delve into, and part of that ruins the experience.

    Do I recommend the game? If you're looking for great gameplay, this is your game. Now, if you want to play it for its story (unless that's your main goal), then I leave it up to you. Personally I didn't like it much, because of the disconnections with the previous two games, and because of how much this Bayonetta 3 tries to cover.    … Expand
  79. pmasterfunk
    May 17, 2023
    8
    I loves me some Bayonetta, but will Platinum keep their strong track record in tack with Bayonetta 3? Is the action good? Is it funny? Will we finally see Ed and Edna IRL? Why is the fandom salty? These questions may or may not be answered in this review.

    I've finished the game twice now, on standard and on expert mode. And I think there are some legitimate criticisms to be made about    I loves me some Bayonetta, but will Platinum keep their strong track record in tack with Bayonetta 3? Is the action good? Is it funny? Will we finally see Ed and Edna IRL? Why is the fandom salty? These questions may or may not be answered in this review.

    I've finished the game twice now, on standard and on expert mode. And I think there are some legitimate criticisms to be made about the game. But all in all, I think it's a solid romp, and I have many positives things to say about it.

    The one aspect of B3 that I think really outdoes the previous games is the music. I didn't dislike the previous OSTs, but the music slaps hard this time around. The jazz is pumped up compared to the previous games, and Gh()st is a legit banger. Eff yeah.

    Action-wise, I like the overall feel of the game. I like the witch time system better than in B2. There, the time available for doing combos was so short, I'd always just mash punch-kick-punch to get the shortest wicked weave, and usually the last hit would happen outside of witch time. Now, on a well-timed dodge, the witch-time is much longer and allows for longer combos. I also liked most of the arcadey bits in the game. I like the rails shooter, I like the Panzer Dragon bit (though the camera could have been better), I liked the opera scene. The ones controlling Gomorrah are a bit meh because he moves so slowly, but on average I think these “mini-games” are fun.

    The Jeanne levels are a ton of fun on Normal, but kind of a hassle on Expert. On Normal I felt like I was really infiltrating a secret, high security bunker. On Expert, the enemy respawn rate is too high to really move around discreetly and do the fun spy stuff. I'm not excited about trying it on Infinite Climax. The James Bond/Persona 5-style intro is absolute fire, though.

    I like Viola's gameplay, but it does seem a bit restrictive that she only has access to one weapon and one demon. I get that it makes sense thematically and for the story, but for a gonzo action game it would not have affected my suspension of disbelief if she had more skills to choose from.

    A lot of people seem to hate Viola, but I don't know why. She's supposed to be an edgy annoying emo teenager, but that’s kind of the point? Kids, they're a mess, you know? I think her lack of self awareness contrasts well with her constant slapstick goof ups. Viola probably owns a Thrasher t-shirt without realizing it's a skateboarding magazine. It's funny, you know, the ignorance, it's funny, just laugh, they're kids, they don't know better, just nod and smile, they'll get there eventually.

    There are a few things I dislike about the action. First off, the camera can be so far away from the action it's hard to see Bayonetta at all. There are lots of particle and swooshing effects that seriously compromise visibility. The Dark Strider fight was particularly frustrating; the boss is mostly black on a dark purple background, with all those swishy effects on top. Groan.

    I don't love the Demon Slave mechanic. Being able to control huge demons sounds cool, but they move much slower than Bayonetta, and I don't get to play that fast, twitchy action that I love. Against large enemies, regular attack seem to do so little damage it's almost mandatory to use demon attacks. Most fights involve large areas with at least one large enemy, so the most efficient tactic is to abuse demon attacks. I like the smaller fights with smaller enemies in restrained spaces, but these are a rare. Enemy design is alright, but maybe a bit weaker than previous entries.

    I didn't mind the story so much, but I did find the big bad's motivations to be kinda vague. I've watched all the cutscenes without skipping at least twice, and I still didn't know what the antagonists motivations are. The fact that a seemingly omniscient, multiverse destroying, infinite monster-producing factory's master plan actively works against itself is pretty dumb. There are also a few scenes that made me go "no, don't do that, that’s dumb don’t- you did it". The pacing in the last few chapters feels rushed which isn't too surprising for a Platinum Game (i.e. Vanquish, Astral Chain), but for those other games, I didn't feel quite as invested in the characters as I am with Bayonetta and her buddies, which probably explains the salty fandom.

    My biggest complaint though might be about Bayonetta herself. She is not nearly sassy enough. I want a Pure Platinum level of sass. Over 9000 sass. Not some mid-tier sober Barney Stinson sass. What I NEED is a RuPaul's Drag Race best cattiest compilation Youtube video from user bestCelebComdeyKlips2004 level of sass. Anything less feels lacking, and Bayonetta just doesn't ham it up enough for me this time around.

    So, is Bayonetta 3 worth your monies? I'd say, not all of your monies, but some of them for sure. It still has good action, but it’s also still average story-telling. It’s not any better or any worse than the previous entries.    … Expand
  80. cirospm
    Aug 4, 2023
    8
    Call Hellena Taylor back immediately, because no good... So sooo sweetie sounding voice, i miss the sarcasm from Hellena's voice, now its some female generic Humanoid, no good, but cool game after all.
  81. FGPT
    Nov 18, 2022
    8
    Fun time. its ambicious and highly entertaning. It does a great job coninuing the saga
  82. SexyPiloto
    May 26, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bayonetta 3, La Bruja de Umbra! Regresa...
    Este nuevo videojuego de Bayonetta nos trae nuevamente a la icónica bruja que todos queremos y nos promete un hack & slash de las mejores de los últimos tiempos!.
    Me ha gustado mucho ver denuevo a nuestra bruja querida, la saga de Bayonetta es muy respetada, ver denuevo a los personajes como rodin, jeanne enzo, luka, fue un golpe a la nostalgia tenerlos a todos cerca, y también a la nueva personaje con su querido Chesire, que en el videojuego tiene su propia línea de tiempo y es muy divertido ver a viola, sus movimientos de ataque son nuevos(algo complejo sí), pero son muy buenos cuando les tomas el sentido, esa escena del desierto con chesire me gustó muchoa verdad, es como un respiro nuevo a la saga, Luka como siempre tan galán y misterioso, Jeanne que nos mostró lealtad aún apunto de morir siempre, dando su vida por nuestra querida amiga Bayonetta, Rodin, como siempre actuando sobre sus benficios, pero siempre dándonos una mano(Ojo, sin interponerse ante la trama del videojuego y desarrollo del personaje), y Enzo, el único humano que nos cae bien y que un cascarrabias en la serie, pero nos alegra escuchar su voz y reírnos con sus acciones.
    Las escenas en este videojuego, cinemáticas muy buenas, , las mecánicas del juego muy buenas, armas, nuevas versiones de ella misma, incluso podemos pelear a gran escala como si fuera godzilla que eso estuvo fenomenal 10/10 esas escenas de batalla, pelea, Bayonetta se nota que realizaron un buen trabajo puliendo los combates y dando sí o sí, ese renombre que se debe dar y que toma como posesión que este es un verdadero Hack & slash, vemos pelear por fin a Madam Butterfly incluso somos ella, y el intrañable Gomorrah, que aunque no quiera estar comiendo homunculos pues, lo forzamos a la fuerza y ahí vamos ajaja. El final de Bayonetta me encantó esa canción que rompió nuestro corazones al verla morir, viendo nuestro propio final que no queremos ver, ver como ella se despide de nosotros, dándonos ese baile majestuoso que solo ella sabe hacer junto esa canción triste, para el final solo convertirse en cristal y solo morir junto a Luka, ese sello que nos dio fue digno de un final, pero de igual forma quería ver un beso entre ellos, y es que Luka y Bayonetta, son tal para cual...
    Me encanto el videojuego, pero en toda la trama no me logro agradar por completo, con esta nueva entrega yo sentí que estaba jugando a otra Bayonetta, esta Bayonetta es otra persona, no es nuestra Bayonetta con quien nosotros crecimos jugando la 1 y la 2, que nos llenaba ese aire de pasión, risa, glamour, sofisticacion, gozo, como lo hacía Helena Taylor al hablar e interpretar a Cereza, la nueva actriz hizo un buen trabajo, pero lastimosamente no estuvo a la altura de Hellena, lo queramos o no, no podemos tapar el sol con un dedo, por que digo que no esta a la altura, es por el. Mismo juego, en esta entrega, Bayonetta no es Bayonetta es otra persona, Platinum Games, la cubrieron mucho el cuerpo, Bayonetta es libre, déjenla ser, ella se desnuda, ella actúa de forma sexy, ella es libre, es mujer, es sexy, es una mujer muy sexy, y ella lo demostró, ella demostró quien es cuando jugamos la 1 y la 2, y en esta última entrega no jugamos a la Bayonetta que nos enamoró, que me enamoró, yo siento que jugué con una Bayonetta más tranquila, más de casa, no con esa esencia que es de ella misma, Nintendo censuró mucho las opciones donde ella es una mujer muy sensual, como en la escena cuando invoca, en vez de mostrar su cuerpo con esos movimientos que caracterizan el juego, alejan la cámara para ver una pequeña desnudez, y al momento de hablar no es tan provocadora como lo hacía Hellena, esta nueva versión está censurada totalmente, siento que no jugué a Bayonetta, siento que jugamos a otro juego, por que Bayonetta calla al que le habla y el que le falta el respeto, demuestra quien es verdaderamente Bayonetta, quien es realmente la bruja de Umbra y aquí en el videojuego, vimos a una Bayonetta que no conocemos, mucho más Family Friendly por así decirlo, pero ella no tiene que ser así, ella es Bayonetta por tal cual es, no para agradar a toda tu familia..., perdimos su esencia en muchas escenas de este videojuego, Platinum Games hizo mal en no ofrecerle una mejor oferta a Hellena Taylor, por que estoy seguro que con su Voz y actuación perdonaríamos todo con tal de escucha la voz de la verdadera Bayonetta, perder a Helena hizo que la esencia de este personaje tan querido por nosotros no sea igual al jugar, solo por eso califico con 4 estrellas, ya que hay escenas muy extensas en el mapa también donde hay mucho espacio para jugar y es muy raro tener un mapa muy grande...
    También Bayonetta 2 tuvo. Mejores gráficos y aquí sacrificios gráficos por fps, se entiende...    … Expand
  83. Jt0429
    Nov 2, 2022
    8
    Good-
    Great combat that polishes the core the series is known for to a sheen, while addressing the complaints levied at previous games; this game's new additions to the combat system all work out incredibly well; a frankly insane and lunatic amount of spectacle that threatens to boggle the mind; an incredible variety and range in gameplay and mechanics that may well be unmatched in the    Good-
    Great combat that polishes the core the series is known for to a sheen, while addressing the complaints levied at previous games; this game's new additions to the combat system all work out incredibly well; a frankly insane and lunatic amount of spectacle that threatens to boggle the mind; an incredible variety and range in gameplay and mechanics that may well be unmatched in the genre.

    Bad-
    The technical shortcomings are fairly major, and while it doesn't happen often, they DO intrude upon the gameplay experience more than they should; the story fumbles majorly towards the end.

    Thoughts-
    Issues and all, however, Bayonetta 3 is a spectacular game. If you’re a fan of the genre, this is a must play. If you’re a fan of the series, this is a must play. If you’re a fan of the kind of insane spectacle that the old God of War games had, but gave up with their modern entries, this is a must play. If you care at all about combat in video games, this is a must play. While it fumbles with the story, and frequently butts heads with its host system’s technical limitations, Bayonetta 3 is masterfully accomplished at all the things that matter, and all the things it needs to be great at. You’re doing yourself a disservice if you don’t check it out, warts and all.    … Expand
  84. Emansan
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Great gameplay once again from platinum games. This game also lets me stare at Bayonetta (respectfully)
  85. torjo
    Aug 31, 2023
    8
    It's nice to jump and kill every living being, no matter the size. However, that's all. Jump and press two buttons to kill the bad guys. The characters are too cool for me, but I know that's part of the game.
  86. Vegisgod
    Nov 29, 2022
    8
    The multiverse thing is kinda over done at this point, this game tried to do the same thing and it just was meh story wise. Good thing no one plays Bayonetta for the story ;).

    Alright so the positive things. The weapons!!! This game has more weapons than any other Bayo game and they are FANTASTIC!! On top of weapons, you have your Summons so thats a whole nother layer on top of weapons    The multiverse thing is kinda over done at this point, this game tried to do the same thing and it just was meh story wise. Good thing no one plays Bayonetta for the story ;).

    Alright so the positive things. The weapons!!! This game has more weapons than any other Bayo game and they are FANTASTIC!! On top of weapons, you have your Summons so thats a whole nother layer on top of weapons and they stack pretty well since you can get an accessory that lets those fight while you do your thing.

    Weapons and their combo's are the best part of this game. You can change it up pretty good and get some crazy stuff out of them. The only sad part is you can have only 2 weapons equipped at a time, if you could only have one more equipped to really change it up that would be fire.

    The game has challenges, it has alternative levels for every level. It has alternative characters you can play as once you beat the game and throughout. It has an awesome style and just sick specials.

    The story again is not great, and I kind of skipped through it because I lost interest. It was just not well thought out and kinda sloppy. Multiverse stuff is boring now and its just an easy way to make a story. No respect there.

    The downsides to this game is the switch hardware and how its stuck on this platform. It has performance issues and sometimes you have no idea whats going on because it just looks bad. Overall still a crazy fun experience.    … Expand
  87. takeuchi
    Feb 20, 2023
    8
    No es un juego que te vaya a decepcionar, si te ha gustado alguna de las anteriores entregas este te va a encantar. Lo mejor que tiene son las nuevas mecánicas y escenarios. Lo peor es la historia tan descarrilada y sosa, los nuevos personajes sin personalidad, que los gráficos no difieren del primer bayonetta, la duración corta del juego y el final tan decepcionante. A pesar de todo es unNo es un juego que te vaya a decepcionar, si te ha gustado alguna de las anteriores entregas este te va a encantar. Lo mejor que tiene son las nuevas mecánicas y escenarios. Lo peor es la historia tan descarrilada y sosa, los nuevos personajes sin personalidad, que los gráficos no difieren del primer bayonetta, la duración corta del juego y el final tan decepcionante. A pesar de todo es un buen juego, es un bayonetta… Expand
  88. Elfi08
    May 16, 2023
    8
    un juego increible lleva al maximo lo que un hack & slash tiene que ser e inclusive mejora muchos puntos y el final me encanto, recomendado totalmente
  89. rexxington
    Nov 2, 2022
    8
    It is a fun game, but I do find some of the controls to be annoying to say the least, which is why I'm giving it an 8. Currently I am attempting to do the viola challenge that requires you to dodge and enter witch time, which is hard to say the least. Given you have to be very precise when you parry, along with she's slow to react when using it so there's a delay between when you press itIt is a fun game, but I do find some of the controls to be annoying to say the least, which is why I'm giving it an 8. Currently I am attempting to do the viola challenge that requires you to dodge and enter witch time, which is hard to say the least. Given you have to be very precise when you parry, along with she's slow to react when using it so there's a delay between when you press it and when it occurs. Coupled with depending on when you do it determines how long the witch time will be, and can mean it literally lasts 2 seconds as a result, making the challenge even more frustrating.

    Oh and when you leave witch time, if the other one is attacking you immediately eat all the damage their doing. Which makes the long finishing attacks feel janky due to them forcing you to stand still for periods of time and you cant break the animation to dodge.

    The story, visuals and attacks have all been great so far, its the gameplay mechanics when it comes to combat that leaves a lot to desire. As it's all very precise, punishing if you mistime, and simply makes for a bad time when you have to do a dodging game that has a delay to it and can cause damage windows to be far too short. Chapter 5 verse 2 may be the only one so far that I do not do, given I just do not have the timing, nor patience. To nail down how precise you have to be to effectively and efficiently dodge their attacks to damage them in turn.    … Expand
  90. Lezzly
    Jun 1, 2023
    8
    Jest to moja pierwsza gra na Nintendo i muszę przyznać, że cudowny debiutant. Postać Cerezy przypadła mi do gustu a to co ona robi w tej grze przeszło moje oczekiwania. Rozgrywka niezwykle intensywna a poziom rozgrywki niekiedy mnie przerastał, mimo wszystko grało mi się przewybornie. Muzyka była bardzo dobra a umiejętności bardzo efektywne. Grafika robi robotę a lokacje wyglądałyJest to moja pierwsza gra na Nintendo i muszę przyznać, że cudowny debiutant. Postać Cerezy przypadła mi do gustu a to co ona robi w tej grze przeszło moje oczekiwania. Rozgrywka niezwykle intensywna a poziom rozgrywki niekiedy mnie przerastał, mimo wszystko grało mi się przewybornie. Muzyka była bardzo dobra a umiejętności bardzo efektywne. Grafika robi robotę a lokacje wyglądały świetnie.… Expand
  91. P-Daniele
    Jun 3, 2023
    8
    tutto il bello di bayonetta 2 ma più incasinato.
    le varie zone esplorabili prima degli scontri ora sono un po più vaste per offrire un po di esplorazione in cerca dei vari segreti disseminati nella mappa di gioco.
    il titolo è un più che valido titolo action, che offre davvero tantissime idee differenti, ma che messe tutte assieme risultano un po confusionarie. tante armi, tanti demoni    tutto il bello di bayonetta 2 ma più incasinato.
    le varie zone esplorabili prima degli scontri ora sono un po più vaste per offrire un po di esplorazione in cerca dei vari segreti disseminati nella mappa di gioco.
    il titolo è un più che valido titolo action, che offre davvero tantissime idee differenti, ma che messe tutte assieme risultano un po confusionarie.
    tante armi, tanti demoni evocabili e controllabili renderanno un po meno chiaro le azioni che possiamo fare.
    con l'aggiunta che quando evochiamo i vari demoni molto spesso occuperanno la maggior parte dello schermo non riuscendo a vedere i nemici, e quindi con il rischio di essere colpiti non per un nostro errore.
    per me che gioco per divertirmi poco importa, ma potrebbe essere una problematica per chi cerca i platini puri.
    questa complessità si aggiunge anche al fatto che nell'avventura avremo una compagna di viaggio che avrà un modo tutto suo di combattere.
    tra cui la parata da fare a tempo, che è su un altro tasto rispetto alla schivata di bayonetta. cosa che potrebbe confondere, anche perchè ha un tempismo differente che complica il tutto ulteriormente.
    in generale mi è sembrato che il titolo puntasse più sulla spettacolarità di certe situazioni e sul fatto di aggiungere tante meccaniche differenti ma che in uno stylish action non sempre risultano funzionali.
    non comprando i bayonetta per fare i punteggi maggiori, per me non è stato una grossa penalizzazione, però un po si è fatto sentire.
    voto 80    … Expand
  92. Hack
    Nov 28, 2022
    7
    The worst entry in the series by far. The game is filled with gimmicks, annoying puzzles and worst of all you don't play as Bayonetta for half of the game, I didn't buy a Bayonetta game to play as some rando character.
  93. Havharo
    Nov 14, 2022
    7
    I loved previous Platinum games but in this one… there’s just too many “mini games”. Large and rather uninteresting areas to explore are not in my interest either. The combat itself is fun, I just can’t feel the “punch” of it so to speak… enemies are uninspiring to be honest. Tried really hard to love this game, but I’m really surprised by all the 10/10 reviews and high scores from theI loved previous Platinum games but in this one… there’s just too many “mini games”. Large and rather uninteresting areas to explore are not in my interest either. The combat itself is fun, I just can’t feel the “punch” of it so to speak… enemies are uninspiring to be honest. Tried really hard to love this game, but I’m really surprised by all the 10/10 reviews and high scores from the critics. I mean, some parts of this game can be really clunky and uninteresting.… Expand
  94. xellos81
    Mar 7, 2023
    7
    This game is totally a 7, no more, no less.
    has potential but also ruins the series so much that I'm starting to dislike the game more after beating it.
    Because watching the full-picture made me sad. Btw, also the gameplay itself has it's own flaws Bayonetta 3 is easy but in the meanwhile makes you feel stupid because there are too many combos to remember, get the platinum score is not    This game is totally a 7, no more, no less.
    has potential but also ruins the series so much that I'm starting to dislike the game more after beating it.
    Because watching the full-picture made me sad.
    Btw, also the gameplay itself has it's own flaws
    Bayonetta 3 is easy but in the meanwhile makes you feel stupid because there are too many combos to remember, get the platinum score is not easy at all, and also because you struggle in other stuff like cathing the Umbra tears, or finding that portal (verse) that you keep missing.
    I'm a gamer, I always been, I've played so many games, but still, Bayo 3 made me feel lost for the most of the time and in various ways.
    For example, from the speed of controlling bayonetta suddenly to the extreme sloppiness of a scene when you control a Demon.
    Or simply with the useless choiche of making Viola time shift with the small button R instead of ZR.
    I've ejoyed the game but I also have so many complains.
    Just play it because it deserves to be played, but don't expect "the final bayonetta experience" because maybe is the opposite.    … Expand
  95. Beez
    Dec 28, 2022
    7
    Very fun and extremely creative gameplay but only when you play as Bayonetta. The story was rubbish overall. The new playable character tried hard to be funny but was rather more annoying, and Jeanne's mini side scrolling game was a chore.
  96. Kenshiro13
    Feb 12, 2023
    7
    It's the same good ol' Bayonetta style action and mixed in some other genres but some work better than others. Admitedly some fights were badly designed since you HAVE to with the demons because they are too far away for example. But using the demon summons freely was a good gameplay idea as a whole.
    The story is what you would expect from a Bayonetta title and some of the story elements    It's the same good ol' Bayonetta style action and mixed in some other genres but some work better than others. Admitedly some fights were badly designed since you HAVE to with the demons because they are too far away for example. But using the demon summons freely was a good gameplay idea as a whole.
    The story is what you would expect from a Bayonetta title and some of the story elements were painfully obvious. But the new character Viola was something so bad in both gameplay and in character both in design and personality. Which is a bad thing considering the replay value and the future of the series which to be honest is ruined if they plan to going on like the way they were hinting.    … Expand
  97. Xplocion
    Nov 4, 2022
    7
    The good:
    The game announced in 2019 is finally out. Enemies and giant bosses
    The bad: It was made to wait and it is not up to the task. The enemies are not the most inspired. The story, although it is broad, is not interesting and they focus on multiversal conflicts that, although interesting, denote that it is another game, it feels more like Transformers: Devastation or Legend of    The good:
    The game announced in 2019 is finally out. Enemies and giant bosses

    The bad:
    It was made to wait and it is not up to the task. The enemies are not the most inspired. The story, although it is broad, is not interesting and they focus on multiversal conflicts that, although interesting, denote that it is another game, it feels more like Transformers: Devastation or Legend of Korra. The mechanics of abusing the giant beasts feel like Power Rangers chapters where the only thing that eliminates the bad guy in turn is summoning the Zords

    The meh!
    The thing about Bayonetta commanding his beast is reminiscent of Katy Perry at the Super Bowl on a giant Zord-like metal lion. In previous Bayonetta games, costumes associated with weapons were used that made Bayonetta look different (samurai, Chinese doll, ice skater...) without stretching the tired cliché of the multiverses. Games like Bayonetta 1 or Transformer Devastation teach as if confrontations with giant bosses should be done, in this game those resources are not used and they move the camera away making the characters tiny    … Expand
  98. airmaverick
    Oct 30, 2022
    7
    Bayonetta 3 is a non-stop action thrill ride that is unfortunately lacking in the core action game play that is fundamental to the genre.

    Yes the graphics look like they are from an older generation, however it is an accomplishment that the game runs this well and loads this fast on the Nintendo Switch hardware at all. Characters are animated well and look good moving about and the    Bayonetta 3 is a non-stop action thrill ride that is unfortunately lacking in the core action game play that is fundamental to the genre.

    Yes the graphics look like they are from an older generation, however it is an accomplishment that the game runs this well and loads this fast on the Nintendo Switch hardware at all. Characters are animated well and look good moving about and the set-pieces and non-stop action truly feels epic. Story is the usual over the top non-nonsensical fun.

    Unfortunately the gameplay loop has devolved into - spam dodge for witch time, throw out a demon, wait till your magic runs out, spam dodge for witch time, charge up magic and repeat. Spam heal items in as required.

    Most enemy types have been created around the new demon summon mechanic and there are no enemies designed to utilize Bayonetta's actual fighting combos. Gone is the fun of countering specific enemy types and stringing together huge combos by mastering the move sets.

    Another annoyance is the over reliance on too many QTEs, mini games and gimmick boss fights that you never actually get use any of Bayonetta's huge combo arsenal against well designed close quarter enemies. Every time you start to enjoy the fighting, it is interrupted by one of these strange events.

    End game content for this type of game usually involves unlocking everything and then aiming for platinum medals on the hardest difficulty. However, this time around I have no interest to even try.

    As interactive entertainment it's fun and I enjoyed my play time. However I feel no need to replay it again.    … Expand
  99. giannis2001
    Nov 26, 2022
    7
    Bayonetta 3 had more potential by my opinion. I liked the game a lot but I found it's predecessor better. The game came out 10 years later and I don't see huge improvement. In fact there are some things that make the experience fall behind. First, personally I think Viola has terrible gameplay. Her combos feel very slow and the enemies on this game are too fast to actually clear one comboBayonetta 3 had more potential by my opinion. I liked the game a lot but I found it's predecessor better. The game came out 10 years later and I don't see huge improvement. In fact there are some things that make the experience fall behind. First, personally I think Viola has terrible gameplay. Her combos feel very slow and the enemies on this game are too fast to actually clear one combo with her. Also, witch time is difficult to activate, and even if you do, if your parry wasn't frame perfect, then the witch time lasts for less than 1 second. I don't have a problem with her character design in general but with her gameplay.

    Also, the game is harder than other Bayonetta's which ruins the point of hack and slash a little bit, and I didn't like the weapons that much as the last game. Performance isn't that good neither. However, getting to the good parts, the combat is perfect like every other game, and the new features like Demon's control make it more interesting in some cases. Harder to learn though. The character designs are vastly improved as well, and the new story - concept is the best in the series.

    In general, Bayonetta 3 is great but there are a lot of things they could make better to deliver a better experience.    … Expand
  100. onemorelevel_1
    Nov 2, 2022
    7
    FINALE TO THE TRILOGY
    Bayonetta 3 takes place in multiple places in Multiverse. It’s little bit difficult to explain, but Bayonetta is bumped into a girl named Viola, whos coming from another dimension to warn Bayonetta and ask for her help. An entity known as Singularity unleashes the Homunculi throughout the multiverse in an attempt to destroy each world without it. In the aim to create    FINALE TO THE TRILOGY
    Bayonetta 3 takes place in multiple places in Multiverse. It’s little bit difficult to explain, but Bayonetta is bumped into a girl named Viola, whos coming from another dimension to warn Bayonetta and ask for her help. An entity known as Singularity unleashes the Homunculi throughout the multiverse in an attempt to destroy each world without it. In the aim to create an Alphaverse. So, Bayonetta has to go other realms to collect five Chaos Gears. In these other realms, or realities, she comes across other Bayonettas which she also gets a new Demons, that are used in battles.

    What comes to the gameplay and battle, the game is little bit different. In the past two other Bayonetta games, you can summon Demons to help you in the battle, but in Bayonetta 3, player can now fully control them. The battle system is otherwise pretty much the same than before. You can fight using Bayonetta and her over-the-top fighting system or you can summon Demons. The only thing is that Bayonetta has to dance to keep the summoning up, if she got hit, the summoning stops. There’s also a magic meter that runs out eventually and it need to be charged to summon again.

    There’s other characters that can be played as, which are Viola and Jeanne. Controlling Viola the fighting is little bit different, because Viola can enter slow-motion called Witch Time only parrying attacks, when Bayonetta can do it only by dodgin attacks. This sudden change middle of gameplay can feel quite jarring and personally I didn’t learn the parrying very well.

    There’s also other gameplay modes; when playing Jeanne and with the Demons. In Jeanne’s gameplay it is sideway scrolling, which I hated. Jeanne has to do sneaking in a facility and get through the area with time-limit. I hate time-limits!!

    The huge Demon fights (kaiju) happens couple times in the game. It’s like some slow-motion Street Fighter between two monsters. It was a nice addition to the main gameplay, but it didn’t feel as spectacular as it could’ve.

    Even though it might sound that Bayonetta 3 has lots of different gameplay modes, but it fells short. I think Bayonetta 1 and 2 has more over-the-top action happening. This didn’t feel as “crazy” as the other games.

    What I loved in the two other games was the music. Bayonetta never let me down with the music aspect, expect in this one. Bayonetta 3 didn’t have the same kind of impact in music and I was so disappointed about it. I had waited to add new Bayonetta music into my music library, but sadly there’s nothing to add.

    Graphically the games looks terrible. I think it’s not the developer’s fault, it is Nintendo’s, because Nintendo Switch is over 10 year old mobile technology. This game could easily be on PS3 console, in fact, it doesn’t look much different than the first Bayonetta game, that game out in 2009.

    The game had some puzzles here and there. The developer didn’t seem to put much of effort to them, since they were kinda easy to solve, except one which I had to seek help online.

    As you probably know the voice-actor-fiasco that Bayonetta 3 had just before the launch, I must say, I didn’t even notice that the Bayonetta voice actor was different. It was voiced by legendary Jennifer Hale, who has done lots of video game actings.

    THE FINAL VERDICT
    Bayonetta 3 kinda let me down. It didn’t feel as over-the-top-insane-action as the other two games did. It had its nice moments with the story and few twists here and there. The final twist the game had in the end I did already saw coming. The gameplay was tried to kept fresh by adding new characters to play, but the gameplay fell short and was uninterested. Even the music was a huge let down. Bayonetta 3 was about 10 hours long and it has lots of collectables and some replay-value.    … Expand
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#17 Best Switch Game of 2022
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#6 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022
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#1 Most Shared Switch Game of 2022

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 125 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 110 out of 125
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 125
  3. Negative: 0 out of 125
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    80
    It's just still an overblown, entertainingly inappropriate, B-grade, sexist action ride that doesn't let anything tie it down or control it. [Issue#324]
  2. Het Nieuwsblad
    Jul 31, 2023
    80
    Bayonetta 3 excels in over-the-top madness. In the best possible way. But the story with wacky characters across parallel universes, is just the canvas for the real highlight of Bayonetta 3: the action. The titular witch's lightning-fast attacks are complemented her own magical powers, but you can now also temporarily take control of several enormous creatures, the "Demon Slaves”.
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  3. Starbit
    Feb 7, 2023
    90
    Bayonetta is back and the long-awaited third game not only builds up on the excellent formula of games past, it goes one step forward and adds new protagonists, experiments with elements of other genres, improves on its plot structure, and allows all kinds of players to enjoy it, creating an experience that's both familiar and fresh, as well as accessible, thrilling, gorgeous, and enveloping. Bayonetta 3 is a fantastic addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue and it deserves to be on everyone's collection.
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