Bayonetta
Nex Entertainment, PlatinumGames
October 28, 2009
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Shooter, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, AdventureDevelopers
Nex Entertainment, PlatinumGamesRelease Date
October 28, 2009 (15 years and 9 months ago)Publishers
SegaContent Rating
M Violence, Partial Nudity, Suggestive Themes, Strong Language, Blood and Gore, Intense Violence
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Bayonetta
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A member of an ancient witch clan and possessing 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.
Genres
Shooter, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, AdventurePlatforms
PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360Developers
Nex Entertainment, PlatinumGamesRelease Date
October 28, 2009 (15 years and 9 months ago)Publishers
SegaContent Rating
M Violence, Partial Nudity, Suggestive Themes, Strong Language, Blood and Gore, Intense Violence
Franchises
BayonettaMore from developers
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