Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon Reviews
This cute, thematically dark twin-stick Action RPG is a fun, engaging tale you can enjoy whether you're an established Bayonetta fan or not.
After the divisive ending of the third game, Bayonetta Origins shows a new set of mechanics with various degrees of success. The relation between Cheshire and Cereza is well crafted and developed, although even with a lot of heart and charisma the game can feel a little predictable in the narrative sense.
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"The first steps of young witch."
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"Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon" commits to a very different experience than its predecessors, but effortlessly pulls it off.
It's great to see an established series take risks like this, and it'll be interesting to see where the series evolves from here, but as of now, there's still much room for improvement.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is, despite a few small issues, a pleasant title that tries to introduce the reach of the series to a brand new audience.
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Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is an absolutely magnificent spin-off that creates its own world of puzzles, action-adventure experiences, two-character control and new boss battles, while keeping the Bayonetta legacy alive and present throughout the entire game. This fantastic addition to the Bayonetta story is nothing short of fundamental to any fan of the original trilogy and action games in general.
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It's a welcomed change of pace for the Bayonetta series that not every fan will find as fulfilling as the main games, but as a smaller project bursting with heart and creativity, Bayonetta Origins is a fun, charming diversion.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is one of the most unexpected, unusual releases of all time. It completely goes at odds against the original source material, it has no obvious audience base as a result, but it remains an enjoyable, creative, bold take on a character we felt we knew inside and out. A stagnating second half and a steep price tag let this one down from an outright recommendation, but there’s still enough in here that deserves your attention, embossed with a trademark signature style and quality that could only come from the Umbran Witch herself.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a prequel to the Bayonetta games. The game offers a different kind of gameplay than usual, but can certainly be considered entertaining. It may be aimed at a younger audience, but both fans and newcomers will have a good time.
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Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a fantastic and unexpected entry in the Bayonetta series. It has all the hallmarks of an experimental title from Platinum Games but sadly lacks the over-the-top action they have become synonymous with alongside their genre mixing. What is on offer is a charming tale with a unique art style, an addictive world to explore, and acceptable combat. It may feel initially daunting to series fans, but will soon warm to those willing to take a gamble on a Bayonetta title that feels more like a different title, wrapped in Bayonetta lore and namesake.
Visually it is spectacular and a beautiful story to meet Cereza, although its combat system could be better, especially in the control of both characters at the same time.
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Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon might not be the kind of adventure Umbra Witch fans were hoping for, but the game manages to hold its own. With a unique charm that emulates a storybook, Cereza and Cheshire's quest through Avalon Forest is a good choice for anyone wanting to learn more about this iconic witch.
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For fans of the Bayonetta franchise, there's a lot to love here, even if it's not the type of game you're used to playing. But it's the newcomers and fresh faces to the world of Cereza/Bayonetta, witches, demons and magical powers that Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is primed to impress the most.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a really fun metroidvania and a possible new franchise in the making but dragged down by an awful map system that does more harm than good.
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Cereza and the Lost Demon is true Bayonetta at its core. The fresh take on the beloved series was a true joy to experience from beginning to end. With the series having yet to do much in a while, it might be precisely what the series needed to bring in new fans and bring back old ones.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a weird beast. It’s a pretty decent game, with a neat level of presentation, and a nice change of pace from the tryhardish action seen in the main games. However, it’s also a game I simply cannot recommend at the suggested retail price.
Bayonetta Origin shows Bayonetta in a new format visually, mechanically, and narratively, which makes for an unforgettable ride with some serious lore implications for the series going forward.
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon brings with it a mixed bag of elements. While I enjoyed my time with the game overall, it does have some sizable shortcomings. Any player more interested in gameplay than the story should probably think twice about picking it up. At the same time, those who wish to experience a well-executed tale about friendship and overcoming one’s fear set in a unique, dark fairytale world may want to pick it up, as long as they can accept a few bumps in the road.