Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 103 Ratings

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  1. FermiAltair
    Aug 1, 2023
    9
    The game maybe start slow due to the narrative but later turns very cool, the music and the action are powerful, and the endgame is very awasome.
    Now the gameplay is more like a TLOZ y the level design like a TLOZ fused with Metroidvania elementes, like exploration, boss fights, etc.
    Not much to say but play it!
  2. Steyraus
    Mar 23, 2023
    1
    If you like long drawn out uninteresting exposition, combat so basic and dull it would entertain a child and ugly AF art direction, then you might like Cereza and the Lost demon. The game seriously sux and is the tombstone of a once great franchise as its sales numbers were pathetic, even worse than B3, which was also a let down. Don't know why platinum is so attached to this shi7y 2If you like long drawn out uninteresting exposition, combat so basic and dull it would entertain a child and ugly AF art direction, then you might like Cereza and the Lost demon. The game seriously sux and is the tombstone of a once great franchise as its sales numbers were pathetic, even worse than B3, which was also a let down. Don't know why platinum is so attached to this shi7y 2 character per stick combat.… Expand
  3. btl630900
    Jul 29, 2023
    9
    An surprising triumph, Origins excels in very different ways that other Bayonetta games. Its arstlye is amazing and gorgeous, with an amazing wonderland/ mystical forest feel. The soundtrack continues the greatness. The combat is fun and the abilities and interaction feel great almost like a Metroid Vania style game, This games character focused story is actually brilliant and feels fullAn surprising triumph, Origins excels in very different ways that other Bayonetta games. Its arstlye is amazing and gorgeous, with an amazing wonderland/ mystical forest feel. The soundtrack continues the greatness. The combat is fun and the abilities and interaction feel great almost like a Metroid Vania style game, This games character focused story is actually brilliant and feels full doing an excellent job of establishing cereza, Cheshire, their bond and development, trails and hardships, and growth. The bosses are honestly some of the best in the series with amazing encounters and moments. This game surprises and delights and is great for both newcomers and fans. Beautiful.… Expand
  4. Melzago
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    Game design excellent. Worthy successor to Okami, this game is an hidden gem! It is an excellent mismatch of old Zelda, Okami, Bayonetta, Astral Chain within an level design like Bloodborne. The game also has a lot of references to the new Zelda’s (Botw & Totk). Just get it, you wont be disappointed ! Musically the game is not to the level of the team of composers behind Bayonetta games,Game design excellent. Worthy successor to Okami, this game is an hidden gem! It is an excellent mismatch of old Zelda, Okami, Bayonetta, Astral Chain within an level design like Bloodborne. The game also has a lot of references to the new Zelda’s (Botw & Totk). Just get it, you wont be disappointed ! Musically the game is not to the level of the team of composers behind Bayonetta games, but it is an interesting approach.… Expand
  5. Ss9979890
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    Unique experience overall had a lot of surprises and turned out better than expected
  6. Labkor
    May 28, 2023
    6
    Intrigué par ce gameplay avec 1 personnage par Joy-con et aimant le personnage de Bayonetta, je me suis dit qu'il était temps de refaire tourner la Switch.

    Le début du jeu est un calvaire total, on à pas tout de suite les deux personnages permettant d'utiliser les 2 Joy-con, la narration est extrênement infantile et déjà-vu, et c'est très étonnant d'avoir une écriture aussi niaise dans    Intrigué par ce gameplay avec 1 personnage par Joy-con et aimant le personnage de Bayonetta, je me suis dit qu'il était temps de refaire tourner la Switch.

    Le début du jeu est un calvaire total, on à pas tout de suite les deux personnages permettant d'utiliser les 2 Joy-con, la narration est extrênement infantile et déjà-vu, et c'est très étonnant d'avoir une écriture aussi niaise dans l'univers de Bayonetta.

    Sans compter sur le fait que le scénario est basique, on y incarne une enfant apeurée, qui veut sauver sa mère de prison mais n'a pas les capacités, formée par une sorcière très autoritaire, elle doit se rendre à la forêt d'Avalon pour trouver la solution pour libérer sa mère, elle veut s'y précipiter alors que sa maitresse ne la sent pas prête pour s'y aventurer.
    Le jeu décolle à partir de là, n'écoutant pas sa tutrice, elle fonce dans cette forêt, et invoque un démon dans sa peluche, on rencontre donc "Chouchou" le 2eme perso le plus important du jeu, qui va venir déclencher le fameux gameplay au 2 joy-con (Après un bon 2h de jeu, bonjour l'intro lourdingue)

    Alors oui, ce gameplay est assez original et globalement plaisant à jouer, Cereza qui s'occupe d'étourdir les ennemies, et Chouchou qui s'occupe de l'aspect offensif, j'ai eu peur au bout 4/5 heures car malgré ce côté unique, on fait des actions basique dans ce jeu, mais une fois débloqué les formes élémentaires de Chouchou qui ont chacune une capacité spéciale, les combats deviennent plus plus satisfaisant, ce n'est pas transcendant mais c'est une belle réussite.

    Bien évidemment, les combats sont entaché par un bestiaire assez répétitif, une difficulté beaucoup trop basse à tel point que j'ai oublié à quoi ressemblait ma barre de vie et je n'ai jamais été forcé d'utiliser les consommables (potion de force, de soin etc...) et à part le Jabberwock, tous les boss du jeu sont oubliable,

    les OST, c'est le minimum syndicale... Trop discrète et fade, la musique du Jabberwock s'élève quand même, et peut être l'ambiance dans les donjons du jeu (Tir na Nog)

    Les donjons justement, parlons-en, à l'image de la difficulté des combats, 90% d'entre eux sont trop facile mais je serais mauvaise langue de ne pas dire qu'il y a quand même quelques bonnes idées couplé au gameplay avec les Joy-con, donc c'était correct dans l'ensemble.
    Mais par contre, la DA des donjons est superbe, pour m'arrêter et prendre un screenshot, faut le faire, moi qui est d'habitude en m'en curer l'oignon des mode photos.
    Moins surpris de la DA dans les zones ouvertes, alors tout le monde dit que c'est le plus gros point fort du jeu, mais perso, c'est bien hein, mais pas incroyable.

    Le jeu tourne bien, techniquement impeccable pour de la Switch et pour être gentil une dernière fois, et en plus sur l'aspect narration du jeu, la relation Cereza-Chouchou fonctionne pas trop mal, bon encore une fois, c'est pas un monstre d'originalité, on à des duos bien plus travaillé dans d'autres oeuvres vidéoludique, mais le fait que Cereza soit peureuse, n'a aucune confiance en elle et est très empathique alors que Chouchou est totalement l'inverse, bah ça donne des situations plutôt drôle et on sent qu'ils apprennent l'un de l'autre.

    Pour finir, je vais dire le point qui m'a le plus agacé du jeu : L'EXPLORATION
    Aucune Mini-map, on doit sans cesse appuyer sur + pour activer la carte se tapant un léger temps de chargement qui coupe le rythme, pour en plus se taper une carte dégueulasse, je n'ai jamais compris comment m'orienter, et j'ai l'impression que le jeu est au courant, car il va sans cesse vous montrer la route pour la quête principale, de plus, y'a un réel problème de verticalité ,on ne voit pas la différence entre une surface plate ou un dénivelé, alors quelques fois on se rend à un endroit, mais en fait on ne peut pas y accéder car il faut aller au-dessus et c'est bloqué, parfois la caméra se place mal, donc on ne voit pas certains passages...
    De plus, malgré que la DA soit jolie et tout, mais j'ai la sensation qu'à vouloir faire tout propre, tout resplendissant, bah on ne distingue plus un décor d'une plate-forme.
    Je crois n'avoir jamais aimé me balader dans ce jeu, et vous savez le pire ? Cette exploration calamiteuse entraine avec elle d'autres domaine du jeu qui paraissait sympathique, notamment les upgrades à trouver et les quêtes secondaires.

    Pour conclure, ce jeu me donne le sensation d'être un brouillon, y'a de bonne idées, on sent que les devs de PlatinumGames voulait faire autre chose que du BTA, mais y'a des grosses lacune qui tire le jeu vers le bas, et je pense qu'elle m'ont empêché d'apprécier ce titre à sa juste valeur.    … Expand
  7. Ulriken
    May 18, 2023
    8
    I've only played the demo so far. The art is stunning, and the story is told like a fairytale. Excellent art direction and soundtrack. The gameplay is easy, the puzzles are very intuitive. Overall, the game is a very wholesome experience that I'm looking forward to playing when I get the full version.
  8. LOLey
    May 15, 2023
    8
    Very beautiful Game, an innovative playstyle. The music design is a little subtle but very idyllic.

    The game is a little slow though, especially at the beginning. The difficulty is a hit or miss, mostly an easy game, but at the end it can get quite tough and some bosses may give you a decent challenge. I must say that many fights were poorly pasted and could drag on, but as the story    Very beautiful Game, an innovative playstyle. The music design is a little subtle but very idyllic.

    The game is a little slow though, especially at the beginning. The difficulty is a hit or miss, mostly an easy game, but at the end it can get quite tough and some bosses may give you a decent challenge. I must say that many fights were poorly pasted and could drag on, but as the story progressed and more abilities were unlocked, it got a lot more fun. The very end was by far the most fun aspect of the game.    … Expand
  9. AJCk19
    May 12, 2023
    4
    The art style, graphics, the way things are presented, and aesthetics are top notch. On that alone, it gets 4 stars. But it is not as fun as the mainline Bayonettas.
  10. Fermito
    May 8, 2023
    8
    Buen juego de puzzles, exploración y narrativa. Quizás la búsqueda de todo pueda exasperar porque hay cosas un poco ocultas, pero es buen juego
  11. spectaculhere
    May 8, 2023
    10
    It's a very beautiful game, in both its art style and its story. Cleaver level design and original gameplay, don't miss it.
  12. Ludvik
    May 2, 2023
    10
    The Bayonetta franchise is known for their storytelling, and this game does a phenomenal job with providing context for long-time Bayonetta fans. I am so excited to see the Origins series continue the story of this amazing franchise.
  13. Djon57VGR
    May 2, 2023
    10
    Cereza and the Lost Demon is a pure tale of gameplay that give us an origin story for our beloved witch Bayonetta and artistic masterpiece. I truely loved the game (it gives me the "surprise" effect of Kirby and the Forgotten World last year). Special mention for the soundtrack, especially on the final boss, and for the post-game extra which makes the link with Bayonetta 3 in addition toCereza and the Lost Demon is a pure tale of gameplay that give us an origin story for our beloved witch Bayonetta and artistic masterpiece. I truely loved the game (it gives me the "surprise" effect of Kirby and the Forgotten World last year). Special mention for the soundtrack, especially on the final boss, and for the post-game extra which makes the link with Bayonetta 3 in addition to making the prequel to Bayonetta 1. This mini metroidvania / zelda is very pleasant and we always get lost in the forest even after 20 hours. I have now 100% completion, very nice to have some time trial to attack for platinum ranks. Yeah the main story is longer than the whole bayonettas (if you only do the basic verses) so well deserved prize also.… Expand
  14. lillajordbaer
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    I really fell in love with this game. The graphics are breathtaking and the amazing amount of details makes you realized how much love the designers and developers poured into this game. A good starting point if you've never play a Bayonetta game before even if the gameplay between the two games is extremely different. I'd recommend it to pretty much everyone who likes a game with a goodI really fell in love with this game. The graphics are breathtaking and the amazing amount of details makes you realized how much love the designers and developers poured into this game. A good starting point if you've never play a Bayonetta game before even if the gameplay between the two games is extremely different. I'd recommend it to pretty much everyone who likes a game with a good written story, clever combat system and more "casual" gamers and players with disabilities since there are a lot of settings to shape your experience to fit your needs… Expand
  15. B-Bog
    Apr 29, 2023
    7
    This game is like baby's first Zelda with a two-character twist, a beautiful storybook/watercolor aesthetic, and lots of lovingly crafted lore and world-building. The writing and difficulty are definitely aimed at a very young demographic (which honestly is a pretty bizarre choice considering the rest of this franchise), and, as many other reviews have pointed out, many ideas only feelThis game is like baby's first Zelda with a two-character twist, a beautiful storybook/watercolor aesthetic, and lots of lovingly crafted lore and world-building. The writing and difficulty are definitely aimed at a very young demographic (which honestly is a pretty bizarre choice considering the rest of this franchise), and, as many other reviews have pointed out, many ideas only feel half-explored as a result of this and thus the game gets a little boring and repetitive as it goes on, almost like it plays itself when you're following the critical path. This could've been remedied either with more interesting and challenging gameplay or by making the game a shorter 10-hours-or-so experience. As it is, it gets a little long-winded later on.

    If you're not following the critical path and want to collect all the items, however, you will find that the level design and the map screen are NOT fit for this purpose. The levels aren't really open per se, but more of a collection of intertwined linear and narrow paths that very often don't lead to where you think they would when looking at them on the map. This makes item-collecting a tedious chore because you cannot just pick out an icon on the map and simply go to it like in an Open-World game or Metroidvania, but you have to first solve the absurd riddle that is this game's map design where no path ever leads you to where you think it would. Not fun.

    Cereza's voice is horribly grating. Just hearing her shout CHESHIRE is enough to make my toes curl and it's really not a very good performance in general. The lady narrating the textbook parts is excellent, though, really nails the bedtime story vibe. What truly boggles my mind is that they gave the SMALL CHILD thigh-highs and a miniskirt. Wtf is it with Japanese people and sexualizing children?

    All in all, I would recommend this as an introduction to Action-Adventures for younger players or for grown-ups who are merely looking for nice aesthetics and very breezy gameplay and not much else, although I would probably advise getting it on sale instead of paying full price.    … Expand
  16. Nogal
    Apr 27, 2023
    9
    It is an addictive and beautiful bayonetta game. It will be one of the best games of this year.
  17. Timenick
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    This game is very good, and very unique… while there are some inspirations like Okami and especially Korok Forest from BotW Cereza and the Lost Demon is pretty much its very own thing.

    Great combat where you control two characters at once (works great with the Joycons AND with the Pro Controller), great Zelda- like mini puzzle shrines, great exploration. Nothing feels too easy or too    This game is very good, and very unique… while there are some inspirations like Okami and especially Korok Forest from BotW Cereza and the Lost Demon is pretty much its very own thing.

    Great combat where you control two characters at once (works great with the Joycons AND with the Pro Controller), great Zelda- like mini puzzle shrines, great exploration. Nothing feels too easy or too hard or too long and the game constantly keeps throwing new stuff at you which can be very surprising.

    The graphics are beautiful, fantastic storybook art style with one of the best color palettes I have ever seen in a video game. Great story. Great voice acting. Great music. Also this game is still in 1.00 version and doesnt have a single technical issue, which is worth mentioning in 2023.

    Cereza and the Lost Demon is a gem. The only problem is that it is 60 full price which is a bit too much considering its essentially an indie game and doesnt push any technical boundaries. I bought this together with Zelda Tears of the Kingdom via an NSO voucher which might be the best way to get this game right now.

    So buy it now or wait for sale and then buy it. Its really that good! 9/10    … Expand
  18. Mene0
    Apr 21, 2023
    9
    Absolutely gorgeous game, it's hard to even put into words how beautiful the artstyle and level/character design is. The story is also very cute and heart warming. The voice acting is top notch, especially Cereza's. Sadly this game is connected into the terrible writing universe they did with Bayonetta 3, but ignoring that the self contained story in this game is wonderful.
    The gameplay    Absolutely gorgeous game, it's hard to even put into words how beautiful the artstyle and level/character design is. The story is also very cute and heart warming. The voice acting is top notch, especially Cereza's. Sadly this game is connected into the terrible writing universe they did with Bayonetta 3, but ignoring that the self contained story in this game is wonderful.
    The gameplay is very fun and innovative too: you control Cereza with one half of the controller and Cheshire with the other, this leads to a very diferent experience that's very enjoyable. I do think Cereza does not have enough things to do during combat compared to Cheshire, but it's the only big complaint about the controls.
    The biggest complain I have is how bad the map is. Not only it is weird on how it navigates vertically, it also lacks the names of which areas the edges of one area connect to, so you're kinda navigating blind sometimes.
    Absolutely fantastic game that puts a great spin on the metroidvania genre.    … Expand
  19. Metroide
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Bayonetta Origins es un spin off de la saga hack n slash por autonomasia. En esta ocasion su genero varia entre una mezcla de dungeon crawler, metroidvania y aventura, donde pretende narrarnos de manera muy asertiva un historia cautivadora y original. Desde el apartado artistico, sonoro y jugable estd juego es una maravilla que todo amante de los videojuegos deberia probar. Por indicarBayonetta Origins es un spin off de la saga hack n slash por autonomasia. En esta ocasion su genero varia entre una mezcla de dungeon crawler, metroidvania y aventura, donde pretende narrarnos de manera muy asertiva un historia cautivadora y original. Desde el apartado artistico, sonoro y jugable estd juego es una maravilla que todo amante de los videojuegos deberia probar. Por indicar algo que empaña la experiencia dieria que su mapa. El mapa es confuso y llega a molestar sobretodo a los mas completistas. Por el resto es un juego MA RA VI LLO SO.… Expand
  20. PMG-Writer
    Apr 7, 2023
    9
    Nintendo and Platinum Games created an interesting and playfully very diverse title for the Switch with "Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon". The interesting gameplay mechanics around Cereza and demon Cheshire are fun to play and are an exciting approach, especially in co-op mode. The storyline could also show its appeal so far and the technology is also good. The graphics andNintendo and Platinum Games created an interesting and playfully very diverse title for the Switch with "Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon". The interesting gameplay mechanics around Cereza and demon Cheshire are fun to play and are an exciting approach, especially in co-op mode. The storyline could also show its appeal so far and the technology is also good. The graphics and sound show themselves from their best side and round off the very positive overall impression. Undecided gamers should also play the free demo version of "Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon". From our side, a clear buy recommendation.… Expand
  21. Retroplayer1987
    Apr 5, 2023
    10
    Muy buen juego para mostrar otra faceta de bayonetta. El arte me ha encantado.
  22. Gugalizando
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and Lost Demon foi uma grande surpresa, além do jogo ser muito bonito, sua jogabilidade é bem gostosa, os combates são muito bons, as “dungeons” são bem legais e com puzzles variados, o jogo simplesmente me surpreendeu muito de forma positiva, recomendo quem puder ter oportunidade de jogar, jogue sem medo
  23. eldaliving
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    Este juego me dejo soprendida porque es muy bueno y visual es muy buenito. Nintendo y platinum son un buen equipo y esperamos ver mucho mas de Bayonetta!!
  24. Cxisse
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, even though I was skeptical after Bayonetta 3, it did not disappoint in the slightest. It's gorgeous and emotional, the boss fights are really fun.
  25. ZYMROD
    Mar 24, 2023
    7
    El juego cuenta con pintorescos gráficos, diseño artístico precioso, música acorde con el estilo Bayonetta, buena historia y una dificultad sencilla. Pero, lamentablemente se llega a poner tedioso con las constantes interrupciones de cinemáticas, si no te gusta mucho el Japo Moe te va a dar cringe, misiones secundarias irrelevantes, duración escasa producto de su escasa dificultad y siEl juego cuenta con pintorescos gráficos, diseño artístico precioso, música acorde con el estilo Bayonetta, buena historia y una dificultad sencilla. Pero, lamentablemente se llega a poner tedioso con las constantes interrupciones de cinemáticas, si no te gusta mucho el Japo Moe te va a dar cringe, misiones secundarias irrelevantes, duración escasa producto de su escasa dificultad y si sufres de JoyCon Drift tendrás problemas porque utilizaras ambos stick.… Expand
  26. Nayl
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Platinum games mostrou como é pensar fora da caixinha. O jogo é lindo, charmoso, criativo e nao deixa nada a desejar a série como um todo.
    Foi uma grata supresa.
  27. Kyo84
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Un juego con un arte hermoso, niveles muy creativos con muchos puzzles que resolver y un sistema de combate muy pulido a pesar de no tener tanta acción como su saga principal, es un spin off muy bueno y novedoso que profundisa mas con los personajes ya vistos en sagas anteriores
  28. Soranirasu
    Mar 23, 2023
    8
    Very different from other Bayonetta games. The art direction is very nice. The story is told like a fairy tale but is very well written. The gameplay is original but not always easy to master (especially with the Joycon Drift). The game only becomes really fun when you start unlocking the elements. The ost correspond well to the artistic direction.
  29. Dayon
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    Beautiful artwork and unique gameplay from that of the mainline games something fans should in joy
  30. OnlyOneHere
    Mar 21, 2023
    0
    This game is a steaming pile of garbage. The greedy developers are charging a ridiculous price of $60 for a mobile game. When I pay $60, I expect top-notch AAA quality. That is exactly what this game lacks. Not even EA would be that greedy to sell me an indie-quality game for $60. Jesus Christ are Nintendo so greedy.

    The gameplay is boring and repetitive. The story is bad. The graphics    This game is a steaming pile of garbage. The greedy developers are charging a ridiculous price of $60 for a mobile game. When I pay $60, I expect top-notch AAA quality. That is exactly what this game lacks. Not even EA would be that greedy to sell me an indie-quality game for $60. Jesus Christ are Nintendo so greedy.

    The gameplay is boring and repetitive. The story is bad. The graphics are pathetic. The level design is horrible. The enviornments load in late. The developers were too lazy and greedy to give me actual cutscenes, so they use a virtual book for cutscenes with very little animations. This whole art style stuff is just an excuse for developers to be cheap and lazy. Let me remind you that this game costs $60. The giant purple monster always does a cringeworthy roar when winning a boss battle. Speaking of which, the boss battles are trash. The physics are pathetic.

    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. For goodness sake, why are developers so obsessed with the word Origins? Enough already. It's already bad enough that these lazy developers sold me shovelware for $60, now they're lazy to come up with names for games? I don't recommend this game at all.    … Expand
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80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 99 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 83 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 99
  3. Negative: 0 out of 99
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    60
    If you get over the initial shock, it's not a bad game. Two characters working together, improving abilities, the ability to sneak around, spatial puzzles and problem solving to get further, and above all, gorgeous graphics. [Issue#327]
  2. Gamereactor Spain
    Oct 16, 2023
    80
    In the end, what seemed like a fairly average, slow-paced indie metroidvania ends up charming you by combining a creepy fairy tale with some unique ideas, all under a beautiful visual finish. Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon may not be the most user-friendly for a 100% playthrough, but it definitely is a tale worth playing on its own merits.
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  3. ZTGD
    May 19, 2023
    80
    Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a big departure from the mainline Bayonetta games usual formula. Instead of leaning on fast paced combat, scantily clad lead, a loud soundtrack and a story with a lot of killing and revenge. Instead, this is a family-friendly story, one that is told like a grand storybook and even has themes of love and friendship throughout. Quite the change of pace for our Umbra witch but quite the welcome one if you have your eyes open as to the type of game this really is; Cereza and the Lost Demon is a delightful adventure that thoroughly surprised me.
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