Bayonetta 3

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  1. Chronfox
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Easily the best bayonetta game, it’s not even close. A certain group of players are giving low scores simply because the main character isn’t their preferred sexual orientation, it’s quiet pathetic really. The gameplay is better than it’s ever been and the story as well is very well written. Way better than past games. It’s already a number 1 best seller on the eshop and is selling moreEasily the best bayonetta game, it’s not even close. A certain group of players are giving low scores simply because the main character isn’t their preferred sexual orientation, it’s quiet pathetic really. The gameplay is better than it’s ever been and the story as well is very well written. Way better than past games. It’s already a number 1 best seller on the eshop and is selling more than past entries. It’s a massive success. Congrats to Platinum. Looking forward to the future.… Expand
  2. lolhhh
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    great game with excellent action, even for platinum games very Impressive works well and has great music
  3. Juan19892020
    Nov 1, 2022
    4
    Mediocre! This seems to be another ps3 game from Nintendo underpowered system. The graphics are just bad. The game play is bad. This is no action game I’m this is fight enemies and sit back and enjoy the movie scenes. Don’t fall for the hype save your money and get something else.
  4. Zebatguardian
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    It’s bayonuttin’ time! This game is legitimately great and all the people giving this 0s are either mad that this is a switch exclusive, or don’t like the ending which I didn’t mind cause I never cared about story in Bayonetta games. Easily the best gameplay, Jeanne’s stealth segments are legit really fun, and Viola is a lovingly dorky addition
  5. Frank2297
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Very few games nowadays come with the personality and charm this series does. For the sake of the gaming industry, we need to support incredibly choreographed masterpieces like this. The combat is near perfection and rivals that of DMC, OST is full of bangers, has a very fun and silly plot, incredible graphics for a game running on a tablet, and probably the best boss fights you'll everVery few games nowadays come with the personality and charm this series does. For the sake of the gaming industry, we need to support incredibly choreographed masterpieces like this. The combat is near perfection and rivals that of DMC, OST is full of bangers, has a very fun and silly plot, incredible graphics for a game running on a tablet, and probably the best boss fights you'll ever see in a game. Hope this series continues for a long time… Expand
  6. 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
  7. BlackSp1der
    Nov 1, 2022
    6
    The graphic quality of the game is disappointing, perhaps the problem is that the switch hardware can no longer handle games that should be released on more powerful consoles.
  8. Daniel1516
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Exelente juego historia buena jugabiliadad muy fluida banda sonora exelnte como las anteriores entregas para mi es un juego exlente
  9. 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
  10. FZeroFan
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    This game is crazy, sexy, cool on acid! Bayonetta 3 hits all the right notes and easily one of the greatest action games of all time. She’s also a switch exclusive, hence all the salty fake reviews by Sony fanboys. Boo hoo, bitter you.
  11. 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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  12. Kaw117
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    This game was absolutely phenomenal,from the Amazing Set pieces to the Fantastic Combat! Bayonetta is Sexy,Badass and a Total blast to play with and Viola is Pretty damn fun also! First Bayonetta game I'd honestly say Is as Good as DMC3&5 at least on the Gameplay)Battles department. Love the Kaiju battles Lmao! This game is an Absolute must for any Fans of Character Action Games!!!
  13. ImperialMarch
    Nov 1, 2022
    6
    Very stylish and overall nice game. However, clunky control is on some of Demon slaves movement and in walkthrough mini games. I don't know why Platinum likes mini games this much.
    Also terrible POV in battle is not easy to overcome and makes hard you get Pure Platinum grade.
    Awful graphic and framerate are because of limited performance of Switch too. IMO, Bayonetta 2 is all time best    Very stylish and overall nice game. However, clunky control is on some of Demon slaves movement and in walkthrough mini games. I don't know why Platinum likes mini games this much.
    Also terrible POV in battle is not easy to overcome and makes hard you get Pure Platinum grade.
    Awful graphic and framerate are because of limited performance of Switch too.
    IMO, Bayonetta 2 is all time best of the series, 1 is next, and 3 is last position.    … Expand
  14. MightyInk
    Nov 1, 2022
    3
    Hard to believe it took so long for devs to finish this one. Mechanics are somehow more clunky than ever and the graphics look Wii U-era at best.
  15. Marmolillo
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    El combo platinum+nintendo no decepciona; excelente gameplay, gran banda sonora diseños de primera y un apartado grafico que exprime la switch al maximo.

    GOTY.
  16. Johnny033
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Just an amazing game, amazing history! Totally recommended game. Dont miss it.
  17. 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
  18. kenstupmi
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Great game with many Kino moments. Gameplay is as what you can expect from a Platinum Games game: absolutely stellar. Jennifer Hale also does a really good job voicing Bayonetta and you can tell her performance is seamless from the previous performance in the games before.

    Graphics are great. Madama Butterfly gave me a stiffy. Gameplay is great as with all PG games. Characters are all    Great game with many Kino moments. Gameplay is as what you can expect from a Platinum Games game: absolutely stellar. Jennifer Hale also does a really good job voicing Bayonetta and you can tell her performance is seamless from the previous performance in the games before.

    Graphics are great. Madama Butterfly gave me a stiffy.
    Gameplay is great as with all PG games.
    Characters are all lovable, Viola also gave me a stiffy.    … Expand
  19. Magig_mike7
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Tremendo juego con una historia que te vuela la cabeza, si bien viola es un personaje con el que no terminas de encariñarte, era ciertamente nesesaria para la historia y para el mensaje que se queria trasmitir. Los gráficos también dejan mucho que desear, sin embargo es comprensible debido a las capacidades del switch, no se les puede culpar. Por ultimo lo unico que probableme te no meTremendo juego con una historia que te vuela la cabeza, si bien viola es un personaje con el que no terminas de encariñarte, era ciertamente nesesaria para la historia y para el mensaje que se queria trasmitir. Los gráficos también dejan mucho que desear, sin embargo es comprensible debido a las capacidades del switch, no se les puede culpar. Por ultimo lo unico que probableme te no me gusto es el parry del viola, simplemente esta mal calobrado, cosa que otros juegos como sekiro hacen exelente. Como sea es un gran juego y si bien no es el mejor de los tres le dan un cierre nesesario a esta gran frnaquicia… Expand
  20. KING_GLORIOUS
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Ever since I got Switch and played the first and second Bayonetta. I got hook with the game and fell in love with BAyonetta and I've been waiting for the third ever since and now that it has come out and I got it on the first day what can I say it goes beyond my expectations. Such a wonderful game for this year. The Story, Gameplay and character design is marvelous and perfectly executedEver since I got Switch and played the first and second Bayonetta. I got hook with the game and fell in love with BAyonetta and I've been waiting for the third ever since and now that it has come out and I got it on the first day what can I say it goes beyond my expectations. Such a wonderful game for this year. The Story, Gameplay and character design is marvelous and perfectly executed and caught me by surpise when I first played the game. This was worth the wait, and I can say that in my very own opinion this is the true Multiverse of Madness.… Expand
  21. Skull_CL
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    10/10 Bayoneta has become little by little to one of my favorite games. Very special character and franchise for me.
  22. suli5595
    Oct 31, 2022
    0
    Went from being multiplat to locking the 3rd part only on the switch, so here take my well deserved 0 score.
  23. AnsemTheWise
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    From gameplay perspective, this game is a real masterpiece. I'm not a huge fan of the major ending decision (no spoilers here) but generally speaking, I'm not playing Bayonetta because of the story. I had a great fun with using all of the demons, weapons and all of the elements which make the combat so amazing. I'm not a big fan of playing Viola but fortunately there aren't many missionsFrom gameplay perspective, this game is a real masterpiece. I'm not a huge fan of the major ending decision (no spoilers here) but generally speaking, I'm not playing Bayonetta because of the story. I had a great fun with using all of the demons, weapons and all of the elements which make the combat so amazing. I'm not a big fan of playing Viola but fortunately there aren't many missions with her. It's a must buy for every Switch owner… Expand
  24. Churchino
    Oct 31, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just finished the game and I could conclude that Nintendo managed to destroy one of the most consistent franchises ever made and produce one of the worst virtual garbage I've ever seen in my life.

    The biggest and most crucial point of any game is the story and how it connects or doesn't connect with the previous narratives.
    Even with 2 games already produced and plenty of luggage to explore the Bayonetta universe, they managed, even with 5 years of development, to write a story that seems to have been made in 1 week by interns born in 2010.

    It is not explained where the villain came from, his motivation and how he gains his powers. Introduces meaningless power to Luca. It doesn't present Viola's past, besides being a character without personality and cheesy visuals. The ending doesn't explain how the other Bayonettas survived. And finally, the story has nothing to do with the universe (Inferno and Paradiso) so far already created.

    I hope from the bottom of my heart, as a great appreciator, fan and player of hack in slash since the beginning, that everything goes wrong in this "new generation" and that this game loses all the appreciation held by fans to this day.

    Definitely the luckiest person in all this was Helena Taylor, who despite the controversy surrounding the game, doesn't have her name linked to it.

    I can imagine the shame it must have been to participate in creating the story of this disaster.

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    Acabei de finalizar o jogo e pude concluir que a Nintendo conseguiu detruir umas das franquias mais consistentes ja feitas e produzir um dos piores lixos virtuais que já vi na minha vida.

    O maior ponto e o mais crucial de qualquer jogo é a história e como ela se conecta ou deixa de se conectar com as narrativas anteriores.
    Mesmo com 2 jogos já produzidos e bagagem de sobra para explorar o universo Bayonetta, conseguiram, mesmo com 5 anos de desenvolvimento, escrever uma história que parece ter sido feita em 1 semana por estagiários nascidos em 2010.

    Não se explica de onde surgiu o vilão, sua motivação e como ganha seus poderes. Introduz um poder sem sentido para Luca. Não apresenta o passado de Viola, além de ser uma personagem sem personalidade e visual brega. O final não explica como as outras Bayonettas sobreviveram. E para finalizar, a história não tem relação nenhuma com o universo (Inferno e Paradiso) até então já criado.

    Espero do fundo do meu coração, como um grande apreciador, fã e jogador de hack in slash desde os primordios, que tudo de errado nessa "nova geração" e que esse jogo perca a todo o apreço tido pelos fãs até os dias de hoje.

    Definitivamente a pessoa mais sortuda nisso tudo foi Helena Taylor, que apesar das polemicas envolvendo o jogo, não tem seu nome vinculado a ele.

    Imagino a vergonha que deve ter sido participar da criação da história desse dessastre.    … Expand
  25. Carcio93
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Absolutely what the real Bayonetta’s fans wanted, Platinum Games hit the jackpot with this game, the history, new mechanics and new characters, all this adds more and more to this franchise, one thing to have very clear it is the graphics side, many people still not getting that this is a Switch game, this means that the quality will be the maximum for this device, even when some problemsAbsolutely what the real Bayonetta’s fans wanted, Platinum Games hit the jackpot with this game, the history, new mechanics and new characters, all this adds more and more to this franchise, one thing to have very clear it is the graphics side, many people still not getting that this is a Switch game, this means that the quality will be the maximum for this device, even when some problems with this, Bayonetta 3 came to show that a great game always can be even better. Please play Bayonetta 1 and 2 to have the full picture of the history.… Expand
  26. MrMinimalist
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Bayonetta 3 is simply put a masterpiece of the ages. I have now completed the game and can not wait to jump back in because this game oozes that rarity in today’s interactive story triple A driven industry, and that rarity is amazing gameplay and charm like no other. Even the DMC universe cannot compare to the bonafide Queen of action, Bayonetta. Ignore the performances zombies, this gameBayonetta 3 is simply put a masterpiece of the ages. I have now completed the game and can not wait to jump back in because this game oozes that rarity in today’s interactive story triple A driven industry, and that rarity is amazing gameplay and charm like no other. Even the DMC universe cannot compare to the bonafide Queen of action, Bayonetta. Ignore the performances zombies, this game runs buttery smooth, with excellent frame pacing and input latency, meaning even the slight hiccup is not noticeable. The game looks badass and there is simply nothing like it elsewhere. A special thank you goes to the development team who created this epic game and of course the supremely talented Jeniffer Hale who voices Bayonetta so damn well. Also a huge thank you to Nintendo who supported Platinum Games in creating this bonafide beast of videogames. Now enough writing, I’m going to jump back in and enjoy this incredible game.… Expand
  27. manujm23
    Oct 31, 2022
    0
    graficos pesimos, parecen de play 1, si este juego hubiera salido en xbox series x y play 5 se veria muchisimo mejor, jugablemente peor todavia, menuda decepcion, ¿8 años para hacer esta basura, en serio? despues de babylons fall sabia que este juego iba a salir muy mal, mañana mismo voy a devolver el juego
  28. 2B2C38
    Oct 31, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Байонетта моя любимая серия игр, я оставил в предыдущих частях сотни часов, открывал все секреты, проходил на чистую платину. И потому ожидания от продолжения были позитивными. Я ждал, что PlatinumGames сделают если не лучше, то хотя бы не хуже, потому что что-то лучше второй части представить было трудно. Игра вышла очень даже ничего, новая боевая система чувствуется действительно по-новому. Но последний час игры буквально вытянул весь кислород из дома и отбил всё желание перепроходить игру на высший ранг.

    Концовка игры это просто разочарование года. Хотя между короткой завязкой и душно затянутой развязкой сюжета почти нет, поэтому слита половина всего нарратива, если не больше. Сюжеты первой и второй части были не то что забыты, они буквально брошены в помойку, ведь Байонетты из первой и второй части оказывается теперь из разных вселенных, а новая барышня вообще никакого отношения к прошлому не имеет. Завершающая глава невыносимая тягомотина, где безликого главного злодея пытаются эпично слить 3-4 раза, пафос невероятный, ты думаешь ну всё, после этого только закликать до смерти, но нет, ты опять должен его бить с новыми силами. А после титров вообще новый босс, теперь бей его за Виолу. Это был какой-то кошмар наяву.

    Самое печальное, чего я боялся больше всего за игру, это введение в сюжет любовной линии, причём сделали её отвратительно посредственной. Прошлые части буквально стебали всех любителей пэйрингов, героиня была сильной, независимой (лол) и недосягаемой, а Лука как главный ловелас всегда был осмеян и являлся элементом комедийным. Это и другие элементы держали игру на той постироничной ноте, где Байонетта вытворяет всякие пикантности и одновременно бьёт тебя по носу, если ты тут на что-то расчитывал.

    Теперь же у нас за час до конца внезапный пэйринг с Лукой и любовь навечно. И ещё у них внезапная дочь, хотя и из другой вселенной, но вроде как считается. Поэтому теперь Байонетта умирает и да здравствует новая Байонетта, то есть Виола. Даже если и вводить какую-то любовную историю, можно было хотя бы раскрыть Луку, потому что всю игру он либо посмешище, либо про него просто забыли.

    Я не знаю как можно было так слить в трубу хорошую основу первых двух частей и вместо этого выдать пшык. Это буквально смерть франшизы, ведь старая Байонетта мертва, а вместо неё новая для молодёжных и «крутых» геймеров-панков. Надеюсь, они будут довольны, потому что мне как «лютому траеру» и «non-stop PurePlatinum» бумеру доигрывать третью часть было невыносимо душно.    … Expand
  29. Maximillia
    Oct 31, 2022
    2
    The ending ruined whole game, I was huge fan on bayonetta but after this game i am not buying anymore more games from this series
  30. 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
  31. Mushroomtoad
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Love the game! So much chaos, the action is 10/10. Bayonetta 3 is definitely worth the wait.
  32. Orzdavid
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game play pulido, historia y gráficos al nivel de una swich, soutrack excepcional y una digna despedida para la bruja.… Expand
  33. MetalAd
    Oct 31, 2022
    6
    A game with great potential ultimately brought down by weird design choices. First off, the prologue is very well done and the combat is as great as ever. Weapons are all fun to use while still playing differently and the new demon puppet gimmick is also pretty fun if used correctly. Speaking of, that really seems to be the thing for this game: gimmicks. Bayonetta 3 is basically the ProzDA game with great potential ultimately brought down by weird design choices. First off, the prologue is very well done and the combat is as great as ever. Weapons are all fun to use while still playing differently and the new demon puppet gimmick is also pretty fun if used correctly. Speaking of, that really seems to be the thing for this game: gimmicks. Bayonetta 3 is basically the ProzD skit about too many game mechanics. Boss battles completely lack the fun and creativity of the first game (it doesn’t help that the enemy design is completely boring and forgettable). A whole chapter dedicated solely to a massive multi phase boss battle? Nah, those days are gone. Here’s a standard enemy with a bigger HP bar and some mini game at the end. Rock-paper-scissors, holding a target over the enemy or spamming a single button until the enemy is gone. None of those are actually fun. Neither are the 2D levels as Jeanne, but at least those are short. However, by far the worst gimmick is Viola.
    Where do I even start? Viola is probably the worst playable character I have seen in many years. Imagine 2013 DmC Donte except ten times worse. She looks like a clown, acts like a clown and plays like the Walmart version of Raiden from MGR. Even her voice acting performance is pretty lackluster (apparently she’s voiced by some influencer in the English dub, which kinda figures). Being forced to play as her feels like some form of punishment for enjoying the Bayonetta levels too much. Her gameplay lacks the variety that Bayo has, she feels stiff and awkward and her counter move is really weird to pull of. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. Not that it actually matters because you can’t use it anyway when you summon Cheshire, which is what you need to do if you actually want to do some damage. Then there is also the smart decision to have the block button also do a homing-in-move, in other words if you are unlucky instead of blocking you are diving right into the enemy attack. Great design choice. Even her role in the story is completely irrelevant. All she does is telling Bayo and Jeanne what to do at the beginning and that’s about it. You could write her completely out of the story and nothing would change, in fact it would only improve things. It’s obvious that PG didn’t really put too much thought into her and her sole purpose is to attract the western Gen-Z audience that majors in gender studies and gets offended over everything. The questionable naïve angel mode is just further proof of that. That kind of westernization of Japanese games was very common in the PS360 days and killed many beloved franchises (Ninja Gaiden, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil to only name a few). Bayonetta didn’t fall quite as hard as those; you can still have fun if the game lets you. However, this is the first game in the franchise where I’m not trying to go for completion and it’s also the first time I’m not looking forward to a potential sequel, especially after that terrible, terrible ending.    … Expand
  34. OnlyOneHere
    Oct 31, 2022
    3
    While I did enjoy some of the boss battles and the combat system to a degree, it's pathetic that the graphics look awful. It literally looks like a mobile game. When I pay $60, I expect a game with top notch AAA quality. The story is beyond horrible. The physics are a joke. I jumped with Bayonetta on a platform full of cars, including a giant bus. Bayonetta's impact sent those vehiclesWhile I did enjoy some of the boss battles and the combat system to a degree, it's pathetic that the graphics look awful. It literally looks like a mobile game. When I pay $60, I expect a game with top notch AAA quality. The story is beyond horrible. The physics are a joke. I jumped with Bayonetta on a platform full of cars, including a giant bus. Bayonetta's impact sent those vehicles bouncing off the rock platform. Yeah I get it, it's a game about some woman with superpowers, but that doesn't mean that they have to utterly defy the law of physics by making a 95 pound girl bounce off all that enormous weight.

    When it comes to music, video game developers over exaggerate the dramatic music in a pathetic attempt at making the game feel intense. This game takes the cake in that regard. None of that is intense to me. If anything, it makes it feel like a comedy. And the gaming community wonders why this medium doesn't get taken as serious as movies or TV shows, it's because of garbage like this. The developers added boring side scrolling sections and minigames, because they are too cheap and lazy to design all levels with the core gameplay mechanics. The side scrolling character irritates me when she make the "Ha" sound, it's cringeworthy. The regular enemies are boring. Bayonetta's new voice actress is way better than the original, I'll give it that. The developers rely too much on pretty lights during every move, to give players the illusion that the game is fun.

    There is no multiplayer. So once you beat the story, there is literally not a reason to play this game again. Charging $60 for a game with no replay value is a cash grab. And the greedy developers had the audacity to charge $60 for this low quality game. I would recommend this game until there is a price drop.    … Expand
  35. 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
  36. davygravy93
    Oct 30, 2022
    0
    No original voice actor, no buy. Its just more of the same, nothing to write home about.
  37. Ibal
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    I love the Bayonetta series and this one is not the exception. They sacrificed the amazing pacing/music from Bayonetta 2 in favor of bigger worlds and music that encourage the exploration. It might sound bad but I guess it depends on what you are looking for and the mood. The combat feels amazing as usual with many new ways to play.

    The story falls a little bit flat, I prefer the story in    I love the Bayonetta series and this one is not the exception. They sacrificed the amazing pacing/music from Bayonetta 2 in favor of bigger worlds and music that encourage the exploration. It might sound bad but I guess it depends on what you are looking for and the mood. The combat feels amazing as usual with many new ways to play.

    The story falls a little bit flat, I prefer the story in 1 and 2 but it is not bad anyway, this time is actually easier to follow.

    Definitely worth the wait and I highly recommend it, despite some technical issues due to the hardware. Go get it and support the game!    … Expand
  38. Len313
    Oct 30, 2022
    1
    Los gráficos igual que las anteriores entregas, la misma jugabilidad, platinum haciendo gal del mínimo esfuerzo y sacar mas pasta... me quedo con las entregas clásicas, esta pasa como de hace 1 generacion y ya... decepción total
  39. r0mer0
    Oct 30, 2022
    5
    Reducing frame rate and resolution in a game designed exclusively for a single platform with known hardware is inexcusable.
  40. 19ahaider
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    This game is truly a blast from the beginning till the end. Bayonetta is back baby. The Demon Slave and Demon Masquerade are amazing additions. The new weapons are weird but immensely fun o use and unique. The story is not great to be honest, but then again games like these don't really focus on the plot. Its more style over substance. Lets dance boys.
  41. OutlawTX
    Oct 30, 2022
    6
    I absolutely love Bayonetta 1&2 and own them on multiple systems. Both were spectacularly over the top spectacles that were fun and campy yet stylish and sexy bound together with near perfect combat. First and foremost the combat just seems off in 3. It doesn’t feel as fluid as its predecessors. Also, I’ve noticed that the camera seems to always be in the wrong place for being able to seeI absolutely love Bayonetta 1&2 and own them on multiple systems. Both were spectacularly over the top spectacles that were fun and campy yet stylish and sexy bound together with near perfect combat. First and foremost the combat just seems off in 3. It doesn’t feel as fluid as its predecessors. Also, I’ve noticed that the camera seems to always be in the wrong place for being able to see attacks, making the perfect dodge move incredibly frustrating. The combos just don’t seem to have the punch that they once did. It seems like the demon summoning makes the actual fun, fluid combat take a back seat while you lumber around controlling the big slow, dopey demons. And my God, that stupid hurtling through Tokyo on the dragon level was sooo bad. So annoyingly stupid. What really doesn’t help the game is the Switch’s capabilities. Grainy resolution with PS3 era graphics. The other thing that’s off are the characters faces. There’s times that they look fantastic but far too often they just look off and kind of weird. I wanted to love this game and was so excited for it but I’m incredibly disappointed. It feels like a less capable developer tried to make a Bayonetta game. I don’t even know if I’ll finish it.… Expand
  42. Kizawa
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    I must say, the wait was definitely worth it. This is the most definite Bayonetta experience, Team Little Angels really outdone themselves with this one. Everything that was added in the previous two title is present, and more. Just play the game
  43. jivanbr81
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego, muy buenps graficos, el modelado de los personajes y sus animacionea es expectacular, sobretodo el de la propia Bayonetta, la banda sonora super epica, mi GOTY particular de este 2022.
  44. Kraehe13
    Oct 30, 2022
    1
    The game itself is good.

    But the ending ruined the whole game and maybe even the franchise for me. Can't recommend it with this ending
  45. Kagudelo
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Best Bayonetta yet, great gameplay, wonderful combat and an interesting story
  46. Shlomo3006
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best action games of all time, cannot believe thar woke media is so angry about making Bayonetta "straight", I am glad that this game was made for people who enjoy good gameplay and combat, shame about performance issues, this game would be 20/10… Expand
  47. SniperWolf07
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    7 years later and platinum games they did it again Bayonetta 3 is here with new mechanics incredible gameplay and history so far the best Bayonetta ever made taking the Nintendo switch to the limits
  48. HorusVenus1210
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    It's just a master piece, best hack and slash i ever play, mechanics, gameplay, history all perfect
  49. 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
  50. wolfe_707
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Best action game of all time, hands down With the demons masquerade and slave abilities the huge add on to the weapons arsenals is so unique and smooth in combat am speechless, 50 hr none stop tell now, honestly no wonder bayonetta always on top such a brilliant climax action game since it came out 2009

    Platinum game delivers as always the best devs in hack and slash.
  51. W_Balg
    Oct 30, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A mediocre action game at best without the charm of the first two Bayonetta games. Platinum wanted to reinvent the wheel when all the wheel needed was a few improvements. They also developed a Switch exclusive the scope of which (at least in theory) far surpasses the capabilities of this really dated hardware.

    This is the first game that actually made me want to post a review on Metacritic because the overall positive reception of Bayonetta 3 really baffles me and I think it's not justified at all.
    First of, one of the big new mechanics: Demon Slave. On paper, this sounds really cool, and it actually gives you more tools to work with to mix up your combo game. What's not cool is, in order to accommodate this new mechanic, most areas had to be made way too large and the camera is almost always zoomed out, taking the focus away from the player character. Combine this with the reduced and blurry environment visuals (because the Switch is just not able to handle the scope of Demon Slave) and you get a game that looks like a blurry mess almost all of the time.
    Being able to swap between two different weapons (even mid-combo) is nice, but it's nowhere near as unique as being able to assign different weapons to hands and feet in the first two games.
    Demon Masquerade is ok, it's basically Beast/Crow within with a bit more variety that's tied to the weapon Bayonetta is currently using. This is one of few new additions that I think is beneficial for the gameplay.
    The action is constantly being broken up either by cutscenes or gimmicky verses that don't have much to do with the actual combo-heavy beat-em-up action which is supposed to be the meat of a Bayonetta game. These sections also look completely unimpressive (not even on par with Bayonetta 2 visuals) thanks to the fact that Kamiya basically decided to disregard the capabilites of the hardware he was developing for. I personally already had a problem with gimmicky sections in the first two games and I was hoping that Platinum would mostly do away with these and would focus even more on the combat in this game. Unfortunately that's not the case.
    The combat itself also feels somewhat worse than in Bayonetta 1 and 2, which is mostly due to the large „arena“ fights. Due to the fact that the camera is always zoomed out, you can't always tell what the smaller enemies are actually doing and the bigger ones can easily hit you when they're off screen. New enemies are quite bland, both mechanically and visually, and their colour scheme blends in way too much with the environment. Even returning enemies from the first two games feel off and their models look worse. Even then, there were times when I was thinking, „ok, this game might not be that bad after all“ only for the action to be interrupted by another demon-riding section, some other gimmick or an uninteresting/visually unimpressive cutscene.

    Bayonetta as a character also feels watered down and too tame compared to the previous entries, and I really don't care about the fact that this is a different version of Bayonetta. She is less fun, tongue-in-cheek and overall less „badass“.
    The story was never the strong point in a Bayonetta game, but this one is even more uninteresting and just rides the multiverse bandwagon that seems to be all the rage in popular fiction these days. The ending is basically „rocks fall, everybody dies“. I'd only recommend this game to the most hardcore Bayonetta fans and I think even some of those fans would be disappointed with at least some aspects of this game.    … Expand
  52. YanisPLAYER
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    That game is amazing like the first 2. If you like naked dancing combats well it’s made for you ‘
  53. DamascenoB1
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Bayonetta 3 is a fantastic and innovative game compared to the other two games in the series.
  54. 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.
  55. Mortanius_lok
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Meilleur beat'em all sans doute, et surtout PG se permet une compagne marketing faible pour nous délivrer une oeuvre ulra compléte. Merci Nintendo pour la publication.
  56. RFox
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Recaptured the memories I had of the original game and then turned it up to 11. Solid entry to the series.
  57. LeonGehste
    Oct 29, 2022
    7
    Been a fan of Bayonetta since the first game came out back on the PS3/Xbox 360 and was excited when a 3rd was announced. The gameplay and battle system of the game is one of the best things of the game along with certain Boss fights, I won't say to avoid spoiling anyone. The story in my opinion is OK at best, the first half was good then it kinda started losing itself at a certain point.Been a fan of Bayonetta since the first game came out back on the PS3/Xbox 360 and was excited when a 3rd was announced. The gameplay and battle system of the game is one of the best things of the game along with certain Boss fights, I won't say to avoid spoiling anyone. The story in my opinion is OK at best, the first half was good then it kinda started losing itself at a certain point. Lot of seriousness at parts and silliness as well. Overall i enjoyed what I played but i do have some worry about the future for the series.… Expand
  58. U1QTJPP4
    Oct 29, 2022
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To be honest, I do not really like this game as much as Bayonetta 1 & even Bayonetta 2. I thought with demon slave and wink slave, there will be more fun combos to be explored, but turned out it is not the case. It is a bad decision to remove the feature that allows players to equip different weapons sets on hands and legs. I hate the kaiju fights, it felt like I am playing as a sloth, not a demon. But these Kaiju fight are not skippable verses as these are boss fights, so it is really annoying.

    Also, The Verge and Polygon reviewers were right about the character assassination. The story does not make sense at all and the characters in Bayo 3 looked soul-less. It is just going into every universe, kills off the Beta Bayo for the drama, get her demon and go?!?!
    I feel cringe to see the most badass witches, who fought gods in the previous games, became so naive in this game and get killed the stupidest way possible: facing their back to the enemies.
    Come on! The main Bayo and Jeanne have survived the witch hunts and lived for more than 500 years, and then they just believed whatever they were told blindly?! Seriously?!
    The main characters in Bayo 1 and 2 have made this franchise so loveable. But they have decided to kill them off so they can introduce Viola as the new Bayonetta?
    Sorry, but I wont get as hyped, or might not even play it anymore if there is another installment in the future.    … Expand
  59. giss0785
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    It's a really cool game
    Stylish action, colorful attacks, various summoners
    The flashy progression was good.
  60. Superbaba
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Most ambitious Platinium Games release, yet! Bayonetta 3 improves on its over the top gameplay with impressive, chaotic set pieces and the coolest mechanic demon slave. All packaged in a dancing sensation.
  61. BabaYega
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Um game sensacional.

    Beira a perfeição. Jogabilidade, trilha, personagens, tudo está em seu lugar adequado.
  62. Ginzuishou
    Oct 29, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is missing a lot compared to previous entries. The combat is not as fluid as before and feels very nerfed. I always felt that the damage being done, even fully upgraded was insignificant. Viola didn’t play well at all. Her toolkit felt clunky and rushed. Only at the end when I got to play as Bayo 1 for a short time did the controls feel correct again. It might have been just me, but there were sections of the game where the tutorial blurbs on screen were very minimalistic to the point that when an action was required of me I had absolutely no idea what I had to do and had to figure it out through button mashing.
    This game introduced a lot of new mechanics/concepts that had never been part of the bayonetta series and they didn’t feel like they fit. Jeanne’s side story felt like a janky metal gear solid-esque clone. The gigantic demon parts felt like I was playing gundam. There was even a short rythym section. There were way too many railshooter sections compared to previous instalments. This was a game of extras and not a lot of the real beat-em up bayonetta we’re used to and love. The fact that we had to click the left joystick to be given a waypoints because of the new open world map style, it differed so much from previous instalments and was really weird. I get it that games need to innovate, but there’s a big difference between innovation and just slapping random elements together and calling it good. If I wanted to play different genres of games like metal gear, I would be playing that, not the hack and slash that Bayonetta is known for.
    The story in itself, is not good. We’ve come to love Bayonetta as this heroine who takes no crap from anyone and is the master of her own fate. In this instalment she can’t function without the help of others. She can’t progress the story without Luka. Everything that makes her strong and unique is stripped away. I played this game because I love the series. I’m so disappointed that this is what we got. It feels like Platinum really should go back to the roots of the series they plan on making 4.    … Expand
  63. TalionSwift
    Oct 29, 2022
    0
    Wow this game was underwhelming, nothing still touches beyo 1. Even the second game though still not as good was at least passable...dang.
  64. lord_ian_spier
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Es un gran videojuego. Regresa la bruja de Umbra mejorada más que nunca. Una joya del 2022.
  65. Wdwire
    Oct 29, 2022
    0
    As a huge fan of this franchise, it pains me to say this game is garbage. With Platinum not securing Bayo's original voice actress and completely #$%king up the ending, I almost wish there was no Bayonetta 3 at all. A waste.

  66. Tailed-Raven
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Super fun probably my favorite of the series, only weakpoint is the hardware its stuck on
  67. edancas28
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Crea una experiencia que te hace sentir dentro del juego y vivir la historia mejorando y explotando lo mejor de bayonetta 2
  68. Nintendist
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    this game is AWESOME, everything here is PERFECT. OMG I LOVE BAYONETTA 3, SO GOOD
  69. Kramirez0113
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    HOOOOOLY SH*T!!!!!!!! ITS BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!! GAME OF THE YEAR!!!!!!
  70. Seviel
    Oct 29, 2022
    4
    Bayonetta 3, like the previous entries, has a stellar gameplay and soundtrack. The problem arises when it comes to its story. Not only is it full of plotholes and incongruities, but it's also a total disrespect to its main characters, who appear to be "nerfed" for story and drama purposes.
    The new character doesn't go even close to offset this huge problem.
    Kamiya, you just set a whole    Bayonetta 3, like the previous entries, has a stellar gameplay and soundtrack. The problem arises when it comes to its story. Not only is it full of plotholes and incongruities, but it's also a total disrespect to its main characters, who appear to be "nerfed" for story and drama purposes.
    The new character doesn't go even close to offset this huge problem.
    Kamiya, you just set a whole fanbase on fire.    … Expand
  71. Yomomma1118
    Oct 29, 2022
    0
    I won't buy it because the voice actress seems like a real "Karen". I'll spend my time and money on more worthy voice actors.
  72. BadProfi
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece, the best combat of all time in video games. Incredibly variable, creative, thoughtful gameplay, I doubt that it’s really possible to make the combat better than here. It is VERY unfortunate that the weak hardware of Nintendo limits this masterpiece. BUT the game is still beyond praise, the best game of this year, the best slasher of all time. No matter how cool Kratos comesA masterpiece, the best combat of all time in video games. Incredibly variable, creative, thoughtful gameplay, I doubt that it’s really possible to make the combat better than here. It is VERY unfortunate that the weak hardware of Nintendo limits this masterpiece. BUT the game is still beyond praise, the best game of this year, the best slasher of all time. No matter how cool Kratos comes out, he doesn’t even come close to Bayonetta 3 in terms of gameplay.… Expand
  73. FlexosuarousRex
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Bayonetta 3 is hands down the best game in the series. Everything from the first two titles has been preserved and all of the new mechanics are very much welcome. Bayonetta is more customizable than ever: players can change her color pallet on each unlockable skin including the base skin, all of the new weapons are an absolute blast to play, new demons can be unlocked and controlledBayonetta 3 is hands down the best game in the series. Everything from the first two titles has been preserved and all of the new mechanics are very much welcome. Bayonetta is more customizable than ever: players can change her color pallet on each unlockable skin including the base skin, all of the new weapons are an absolute blast to play, new demons can be unlocked and controlled through the demon slave mechanic and multiple demons can be equipped and cycled through regardless of which weapon Bayo is using, the new masquerade forms are not only very well designed but help a ton when traversing the much larger maps in this game, and skill trees have replaced simply purchasing new techniques and is attached to not only Bayo herself but there's also a skill tree for each weapon and the demon associated with that weapon. Bayo 3 is an excellent entry in an excellent series and the gameplay has never felt better. Platinum has mastered the Bayonetta formula. Any fan of the genre would be doing a huge disservice to themselves by passing on it.… Expand
  74. Rubyyzzz
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Can’t really say that much other then Its BAYONETTA. Like, they improved on the combat & gameplay. Best one yet.
  75. Wernilles
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    This game feels so fresh right now with all that sh1+ we have in games built only for merchandising and not love, this game has been done with love, is frenetic, keeps its essence, fluid, beautiful. I'm close to finish it and I don't really want this to end :(

    I hope there would be more games like this we I really enjoy without leaving my life
  76. ClaytonCarmine
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Bayonenta 3 This is the second cool Platinum game after Astral Chain because after the XBOX 360/PS3/Wii-WiiU generation, the Platinums forgot how to make great games and only made cheap indies like Nier, Babylon Falls, and couldn't make Scalebound. I really hope that the third part of the adventures of the Sexy Witch, along with Devil May Cry 5, will revive the Slasher genre in the gamingBayonenta 3 This is the second cool Platinum game after Astral Chain because after the XBOX 360/PS3/Wii-WiiU generation, the Platinums forgot how to make great games and only made cheap indies like Nier, Babylon Falls, and couldn't make Scalebound. I really hope that the third part of the adventures of the Sexy Witch, along with Devil May Cry 5, will revive the Slasher genre in the gaming industry, and we will see the continuation of such legendary series as Ninja Gaiden and simply cool representatives of the genre, such as Dante's Inferno, Ninja Blade, Darksiders, Killer is Dead, and everyone else.… Expand
  77. rgecko
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    A MUST BUY platinum game for the switch! HIGHLY RECOMMEND fans of Nier: Automata & Astral Chain play this game.
  78. luffyahay
    Oct 29, 2022
    5
    The gameplay is one of the best i ever played if not the best. I am a big devil may cry fan so i do prefer DMC5 but dude this game is absolutly amazing gameplay wise. But that is just wasted bcs of the bad graphics and effects. The game gameplay would improve with better more clear effects and graphics. I love it but It needs a pc release pushing the graphics to what games today look like.The gameplay is one of the best i ever played if not the best. I am a big devil may cry fan so i do prefer DMC5 but dude this game is absolutly amazing gameplay wise. But that is just wasted bcs of the bad graphics and effects. The game gameplay would improve with better more clear effects and graphics. I love it but It needs a pc release pushing the graphics to what games today look like. it would make this game compete with Elden ring for game of the year. RIght now no game has a chance against elden ring and no game coming seems to have a chance. I had hope for bayonetta but it is not it without the graphics. Lastly for anyone who reads my review and says god of war. Dude that game has no chance. god of war 2018 had **** bosses and no challenge at all for a combat heavy game so it did not deserve it that year and not this year either… Expand
  79. JoSmir
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Спасибо Platinum Games и Хидеки Камии за то, что не сделали Байку лесбухой и этим подожгли как левацкие жопы в твиттере, так и жопы некоторых игрожуров (да-да, это не шутки). У меня тоже сначала дико пригорело с концовки ( по другой причине, естественно), но потом я вспомнил что Платинумы это не Юбисофт и понял, что для франшизы так действительно лучше. Самый весомый недостаток третьейСпасибо Platinum Games и Хидеки Камии за то, что не сделали Байку лесбухой и этим подожгли как левацкие жопы в твиттере, так и жопы некоторых игрожуров (да-да, это не шутки). У меня тоже сначала дико пригорело с концовки ( по другой причине, естественно), но потом я вспомнил что Платинумы это не Юбисофт и понял, что для франшизы так действительно лучше. Самый весомый недостаток третьей Байки это её эксклюзивный выход на Сыче. Окружение уровней лучше не рассматривать - могут защипать глаза.… Expand
  80. Umbranwitch
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Ngl bayonetta 3 has some big high heels to fill, Not only is it a sequel to one of the best action games ever made!! Its over come the previous parts from my perspective 10/10 high quality hack and slash action game.
  81. sonicpulsar
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    This is a Masterpiece. Best gameplay for any action game ever with absolutely over-the-top sequences, surprises galore and constant twists and turns. This is what makes gaming Fun! 10/10
  82. srtackleberry
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Пока что 10 из 10. С большим удовольствием проходил и перепроходил 1 и 2 части, эта пока что на уровне.
  83. Laki191
    Oct 29, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the worst in the series, the combat is not as fluid as in 2 and 1, hits have way less inpact in this one, some enemy desgine are great other not so much, overall a let down, demon slave mechanic is the one of the worst things, enemys shield so you are forced to use it, the new weapons are boring, the only thing ok was the yoyo, the constant transforming into madam butterfly and other demons is hella stupid, no clothes are coming off this time only in demon slave form, Bayonetta herself is just a shadow of her former self shes just a different character lost almost all sex appeal she had going for her, viola and luka feel forced, kamiya himself said she has nothing for him only teasing,
    This has really the worst story, it kinda negelects the events happening in 1 and 2
    jeanne is unplayable, costumes are boring, nothing really feels great in this game it lost alot of uniquness is had, the art in bayo 1 and 2 was a lot better also and the models, hashimoto carried both game with it, this one is made withouthim so i guess thats it    … Expand
  84. Oscardav20
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. It is an evolution of what we have played on Bayonetta 1 and 2, full of new mechanics, and with a thrilling story. The gameplay feels fresh but it needs some time to get used to new actions. It is also a more cinematic than previous ones. I have played more than 5 hours and am loving it.
  85. MasterofOne
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Best Platinium Games Entry! Bayonetta is back with more weapons, demons, style, and charm.
  86. ClassicGamer504
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Bayonetta 3 is the best entry in the Bayonetta series. It's also one of the best character action games of all time. The gameplay is phenomenal. There's so much depth to the combat. The new demon slave feature is a welcome addition. There are plenty of demons and weapons at your disposal. There's plenty of skills to unlock in the skill tree. The set pieces, action, characters, entireBayonetta 3 is the best entry in the Bayonetta series. It's also one of the best character action games of all time. The gameplay is phenomenal. There's so much depth to the combat. The new demon slave feature is a welcome addition. There are plenty of demons and weapons at your disposal. There's plenty of skills to unlock in the skill tree. The set pieces, action, characters, entire world of Bayonetta 3 is over the top and insane. It's also need to be mentioned, that the music is superb. The game does look a bit dated by today's standards, running on the aging Switch hardware. But it's one of the best looking games on the Switch. Overall Bayonetta 3 is the best action game of 2022!… Expand
  87. Timenick
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Some minor technical issues can’t hinder Bayonetta 3 from being the best game in the series. It has the comedy from Bayonetta 1 and even better gameplay than Bayonetta 2. Cut scenes are always super entertaining to watch and the action is probably the most insane over the top in any video game to date. The weapons and gigantic kaiju battles are extremely creative. Some of the gimmickSome minor technical issues can’t hinder Bayonetta 3 from being the best game in the series. It has the comedy from Bayonetta 1 and even better gameplay than Bayonetta 2. Cut scenes are always super entertaining to watch and the action is probably the most insane over the top in any video game to date. The weapons and gigantic kaiju battles are extremely creative. Some of the gimmick levels are so well made they could be their own standalone video game. Bayonetta 3 is an action game masterpiece. And it is bigger than Bayonetta 1&2 together (Took me nearly 20h to beat on medium difficulty) so you are really getting the worth out of this.10/10… Expand
  88. 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
  89. allanprz22
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Bayonetta 3 is a breath of fresh air for the saga that fans needed to turn it into a unique game, full of mechanics, techniques and game modes that could only be in our dreams and of which you won't get bored trying one and the other once for how fun, brutal and varied they are, and although the end of the game is sad and very different from what the previous games had accustomed us to,Bayonetta 3 is a breath of fresh air for the saga that fans needed to turn it into a unique game, full of mechanics, techniques and game modes that could only be in our dreams and of which you won't get bored trying one and the other once for how fun, brutal and varied they are, and although the end of the game is sad and very different from what the previous games had accustomed us to, platinum deserves many points for making an effort to make this game the most outstanding of the saga( and platinum games in general) from start to finish in any aspect, definitely a game worth owning.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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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