Bayonetta

A great port of what is still one of the best action games around. Bayonetta is the essential hack-'n-slash.

The core of Bayonetta remains as solid and frustrating as it was when it first released. It lacks the polish, semi-coherent story, and rich color palette of its superior sequel, sure, but it's so masterfully designed and brazen in its direction that it's still a must play for every action game fanatic. While the Switch port may lack the exhaustive resolution and graphics options of the PC version, it's an absolute knock-out as a portable action game and further proof there seems to be very little the Switch is incapable of doing.

Bayonetta may not look the part anymore despite a bump in visual resolution to 4K, but the enhancements this remaster brings to the game's load times and frame rate make it the definitive PlayStation release. Combined with a phenomenal, flashy combat system, the PlatinumGames classic shines brighter than ever.

Bayonetta's distribution — as part of Bayonetta 2's release in various packages or as an eShop download — makes it a must have for action fans intent on jumping into the newer entry. It lays important groundwork with the lore and story, while also giving us a look at the gameplay foundations that have been further refined in the sequel. In its own right it's a cocky, self-assured and bombastic video game, yet maintains a sense of irreverence and fantastical fun nevertheless.

It feels like a dream seeing Bayonetta on PC, and thankfully, it's no nightmare.

Bayonetta exudes confidence in its design. Hideki Kamiya and his team knew exactly what kind of game they wanted to make, and the quality shines brightly thanks to being responsible with their priorities. Bayonetta has kept gamers playing it for a decade, and they are likely to continue to keep playing it for more decades to come.

Bayonetta definitely delivers a compelling and rather insane experience that’s still a great time even today.

The game has a duration between 8-10 hours in the campaign, divided into 16 acts (and some extra secret chapter). In the game, you can unlock a good section of extras, which include an artbook and the soundtrack. If you don't play the game 18 years ago, it's a good opportunity to do it.

Bayonetta Remastered is worth picking up if you're a hardcore fan, a collector looking to buy the physical bundle, or new to the franchise.

Still one of the best action games around, with a unique look and character, and the ability to play it on current gen systems is a welcome opportunity.