Bayonetta 3 Reviews

Bayonetta 3 is ranked in the 93rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9.5 / 10.0
Nov 5, 2022

Bayonetta 3 marks the return of the titular Witch in an extremely good action game that despite some not as good elements and lack of focus at times, revitalizes and improves one of the best combat systems in gaming.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 3, 2022

The two-headed monster of the multiverse ending sequences and the pacing issues caused by taking action out of Bayonetta’s hands diminish what should be the triumphant, near-perfect finale that Bayonetta deserves. I enjoyed Bayonetta 3 far more after beating it, exploring chapters at my leisure, and avoiding all the sequences that take her out of the equation. Bayonetta 3 is a great action game, worthy of experience for anybody who is into the genre. It’s just not the flawless action experience it could have been.

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Expansive
Brad Baker
Loved
Nov 2, 2022

Bayonetta 3 is, in the words of Rodin, beautiful! It’s the sequel you’ve been waiting for, with some smart experimentation, clever gameplay evolutions, and variety for days that just keeps interest levels up throughout. Not every Verse works the way Platinum hoped, and through and through, this is very much a Bayonetta game so won’t be for everyone, but for the rest of us, you’ll revel in every facet and find this one of the most stunning games to put on your Switch OLED. It feels both strange and relieving to say Bayonetta 3 is finally here and it really was worth the wait.

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9.1 / 10.0
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 is spectacle, hilarity, excitement. It is a rollercoaster of situations born with the precise intention of creating a bombastic mosaic of gameplay that can always offer something new and surprise when you least expect it. The courage and audacity of the developers shine through from chapter to chapter

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77 / 100
Nov 2, 2022

Bayonetta 3 is a story of love, years in the making. Both good and bad, this project has gotten stuck in time. That time dilation might be annoying for some clunky design choices, but it might also be the last time you'll be able to play something like this; and that in a package that has never been wrapped up any better. Maybe Bayonetta 3 is also a redemption story.

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Unscored
Nov 2, 2022

PlatinumGames does not usually disappoint, proof of this are great games such as Metal Gear Rising, Nier Automata or Mad World, and this time, we can say that he has proven it again. With Bayonetta 3 we will live a great adventure during its more than 15 hours of play with authentic moments that will make us love this beloved witch even more. If something makes us afraid, it is when the development of a game is too long, since it is usually an omen of something bad and 8 years have been many. We can say that these fears were far behind after several minutes of play, since Bayonetta 3, far from disappointing, is a highly recommended game and that will leave us with our mouths open, applauding or showing a smile on more than one occasion.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 1, 2022

Bayonetta 3 isn’t perfect, but it’s everything I wanted. Absolute nonsense with sexy demons, some dope ladies, and dynamic combat is what makes Bayonetta 3 absolutely stellar.

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7.5 / 10.0
Nov 1, 2022

I'm left walking away with a somewhat bitter taste in my mouth for what was one of my most anticipated games coming into 2022, even if I still largely enjoyed most of my time with it. Bayonetta 3 ultimately feels like a solid action game, but not one that was worth waiting eight years for.

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70 / 100
Oct 31, 2022

I just feel that the quality levels of the third game aren’t as top-tier when compared to parts 1 and 2. On its own merit, however, Bayonetta 3 is still a shining star in the pale moonlight.

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Essential
Oct 25, 2022

It took me about 20 hours to get to the end of Bayonetta 3. I was in no hurry and i willingly instilled in the exploration of the various chapters. I didn't get everything there was to catch, so for those who like to do everything, there's still plenty to squeeze. As a fan since the first Bayonetta, this third game made me completely satisfied and brought things I couldn't even imagine. It's a peak for the series and a new benchmark in the genre. Bravo Platinum Games!

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90 / 100
Oct 26, 2022

Bayonetta 3 made a great comeback after a long break in the series and managed to become one of the best in the action genre. Its minor shortcomings can be ignored thanks to its innovations and fun gameplay.

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Recommended
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 delivers the most chaotic, luminous, and enthralling sequel filled with quality-of-life improvements that make this an immensely satisfying adventure.

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7.2 / 10.0
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 suffers from a generic story and enemies with a surprisingly boring level structure. The decision to go for more quanity delivers enough gameplay variety for hardcore fans. If you can live with repeating challenges and areas, you'll still get a crazy adventure with the gameplay, that the fans love.

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7 / 10.0
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 may not reinvent the wheel, but its lightning-fast action and engaging gameplay push the Switch to its limits.

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Worth your time
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 takes the well-known and beloved recipe we saw in the previous two chapters and takes it several steps forward.

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8 / 10.0
Oct 25, 2022

We have been waiting for Bayonetta 3 for years, but the overall result is not judged to be sufficiently satisfactory.

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87%
Oct 25, 2022

With its innovations and other fresh and creative ideas, "Bayonetta 3" reaches a high level.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 has managed to take the series’ greatest aspects and evolve them in new and exciting ways. It is undoubtedly the best entry to date and a damn good time.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 25, 2022

Bayonetta 3 is over-the-top in every possible way, and I get the feeling newcomers and long-time fans of the series will appreciate that.

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