The Official Bayonetta Thread

Platforms : PlayStation 3 | XBOX360

Developer : Platinum Games

Publisher : SEGA

Genre : Hack'n Slash / Action

Release Dates:

JP: October 29, 2009

NA: January 5, 2010

EU: January 8, 2010

Summary

Bayonetta is a stylish and cinematic action game, directed by Hideki Kamiya.

A witch with powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces-off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions, in a game of 100% pure, unadulterated all-out action. Outlandish finishing moves are performed with balletic grace as Bayonetta flows from one fight to another. With magnificent over-the-top action taking place in stages that are a veritable theme park of exciting attractions, Bayonetta pushes the limits of the action genre, bringing to life its fast-paced, dynamic climax combat.

Features

Groundbreaking Gameplay — Bayonetta, the game, is all about action. From the controls to the finishing moves, Bayonetta is positioned to be about pure action gameplay
Hair: Her hair serves as the basis of her costume and also her attacks and powers. These manifest in different ways: Wicked Weave attacks, Torture Attacks, and Climax Attacks
Upgradeable weapons -In addition to her four enchanted guns called Scarborough Fair, she can unlock an array of weapons from shotguns, bazookas and fiery claws
Enemy weapons - Bayonetta can also battle with a variety of other weapons retrieved from fallen enemies
Beast Within - Bayonetta calls upon primal forces, transforming into various beasts (Panthers, etc.) according to the situation
Plot
Bayonetta takes place in Vigrid, a fictional city in Europe.The titular character is a witch who shapeshifts and uses various firearms, along with magical attacks she performs with her own hair, to dispatch her foes. She possesses four handguns—two hand-held, and one attached to each heel—and has also been pictured with shotguns, rocket launchers, a glowing whip with a cobra's head at the tip of it, and a two-handed katana. Bayonetta faces angelic and warrior-like enemies that confront and challenge her for reasons she is unaware. She awoke after a 500 year sleep and found herself in an unfamiliar area with no memories of who or what she is. Over time, she begins to remember what caused the predicament she found herself in.

A male character known as Luka had met Bayonetta as a child, and is now a "possible love interest" for her even though they "exist in different dimensions" and cannot touch.Other characters include Bayonetta's rival Jeanne, who also wields four guns; the three men Rodin, Enzo, and Balder; and the young girl Cereza.

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