Bayonetta 2 Reviews

Bayonetta 2 is ranked in the 99th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
GamingBolt
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Dec 1, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is perhaps the single greatest reason to own a Wii U.

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9.5 / 10.0
Dec 1, 2014

"Deuce" is not so much different from "ones", but it's still the best slasher on the market today and the essence of what we love about the genre.

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VGChartz
Top Critic
8.8 / 10.0
Nov 21, 2014

Even if offered on its own, Bayonetta 2 could be easily considered the best action of the year, as well as one of the best games of the year period. When grouped with the first game, the whole package is almost too good to be true.

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9 / 10.0
Nov 19, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is bigger, faster, crazier, and prettier than the original, and is very much deserving of your time.

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Ken McKown
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Nov 13, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is more than just a good action game, it is a fantastic addition to the already stellar Wii U lineup, and yet another reason to own the console. The fluidity of the combat and the unique visuals really help this title stand out among other action games, and I am extremely happy it got the chance to be made. Sure I would love to see a third game down the line, but for now this package will satisfy fans for months to come. A definite must own.

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9.7 / 10.0
Nov 12, 2014

I am fighting a Lumen Sage inside the stomach of a massive demon stingray named Insidious. Seems odd right? Wrong. This is the world that Bayonetta 2 cultivates. Non-stop action with over the top set-pieces. Inside this world of madness, Bayonetta 2 sets itself apart as one of the greatest action games of all time and the new gold, or should I say platinum, standard for hack and slash.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 11, 2014

Bayonetta 2 does a great job of capturing the essence of what made the Devil May Cry series great and delivers some of the best action and production value you'll find in any given Wii U game. While the game does suffer from its short length and lack of replay options, it will delight you with its engaging combat and unique setting.

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9 / 10.0
Nov 6, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is one of the best action games of this generation, and close to one of the best overall. It's a downright shame that not many will play this game due to the small install base of the Wii U, but here's hoping that Bayonetta 2 will be a system seller to get the appreciation it definitely deserves.

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88 / 100
Nov 5, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is a solid game. It utilizes a simple yet interesting combo system, the visuals are gorgeous as they highlight your attacks and the enemies you battle, and the music and sound effects are top notch too. Although gameplay can be repetitive it still can be fun.

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9 / 10.0
Nov 5, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is a silky smooth and highly-entertaining brawler that all Wii U owners should have in their collections.

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9.5 / 10.0
Nov 5, 2014

It's an unconventional experience that only arrives occasionally. And maybe he'll be back in five years.

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Impulsegamer
Top Critic
5 / 5.0
Nov 5, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is perfect on all levels that supports a flawless gaming engine, exceptional graphics and kick-ass female protagonist

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GameGrin
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Nov 4, 2014

The flaws in Bayonetta 2 are in no way an excuse to miss out on this damn near perfect action fighting game. It seems like a privilege to play such a gorgeous exciting game and gamers without Wii U consoles should start reevaluating their life choices at this point.

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88 / 100
Nov 4, 2014

Bayonetta 2 is a great continuation of a series many thought would be dead. Thanks to Nintendo swooping in to help, we have another wonderfully outrageous action game that fans and newcomers alike can enjoy.

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9 / 10.0
Nov 4, 2014

This isn't just the best action title on the Wii U, it's the best and most blissfully entertaining action game that's been released in this entire generation so far.

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9 / 10.0
Nov 4, 2014

Bayonetta 2 was a pleasant surprise for me as a Wii U gamer going through a bit of a drought. It sucked me into a realm of beautifully crafted battles, enormous personality, and just plain sexy character design. Bayonetta 2 was charming, and just a little bit naughty. It is an absolute must have for the Wii U, and I would dare say it is one of the top Wii U titles available for the platform.

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Nov 3, 2014

In many ways, 'Bayonetta 2' comes close to being a masterclass in hack and slash style, but is invariably held back by some of the genre's usual flaws.

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9.4 / 10.0
Nov 3, 2014

Bayonetta 2 sets the new standard for Character-Action games to come; it is a true modern classic, and a testament to videogaming as a whole.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 30, 2014

It's not perfect and the nostalgia goggles are likely affecting my memories of the first game but Bayonetta 2 is still a great time and better than pretty much any other action game out there.

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10 / 10.0
Oct 30, 2014

Overall I cannot recommend Bayonetta 2 enough, this is a game that every Nintendo Enthusiast and gamer should have in their collection. This game is a technical achievement in game design and has the pacing of classic video games that have defined a generation such as Ocarina of Time and Resident Evil 4. Bayonetta looks great, sounds great, and plays great; the game is not half bad too. Without a doubt, this is the greatest action game of all time.

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