Bayonetta 3 they arrive stomping and rank among the best hack’n slash from any of the current platforms. Study Platinum Games announced this third installment of the saga at a ceremony The Game Awards from 2017, and although it has been raining since then, the company has made sure to reassure fans regularly, reminding them that the title has not been cancelled.

In this particular case, the “sequels are always worse” idea doesn’t apply, this game does up to previous titles, competing in originality, script quality and good gameplay. Unlike other saga sequels, it doesn’t feel repetitive, is not a forced extension or replica of its ancestors. And this is achieved by introducing new characters interesting and adding a twist to an already great combat system that takes it to the next level, even creates it different forms of play inside the main model. With reference to design quality its menus, characters, enemies, weapons, animations, locations… it’s just spectacular.

I will attempt to do so in this analysis not to do spoilers to argue or teach more because discovering a story is one of the basic parts that make up a story gaming experience this title works so well.

A world made up of many

our adventure begins in media res, in the middle of the action. What better start than an epic battle? This starting point is already promising, but here comes the twist: We are entering the multiverse! Saga uses this fashionable resource that we keep seeing in great movie titles and current series. Although this idea is not new, now is the perfect time to join this multiversal trend.

This assumption translates into number of locations, different dimensions and even different times. Already in the game trailer itself, we could distinguish places like Tokyo, China, New York, Paris… I won’t add more so as not to spoil the surprise.

The scenarios surprised me.not only for their breadth, but also for how complete they are, with many hidden secrets, both in the form of collectibles, battles, puzzles to solve, platforming areas and spectacular cinematography.

These characters don’t lack personality

He is, of course, the protagonist of the story again witch’s bayonet (or Cherry if you’re feeling confident) accompanied known faces like Jeanne or Rodin and with them New additions, highlighting Viola, a key character in this sequel. In fact, my favorite dynamic in the game is the one created between Bayonetta and Viola, two very different personalities, juxtaposing the sarcasm and confidence of the former with the clumsiness and temperament of this rookie who joins the team. In fact, the game itself gives us the ability to do both, using a a very different gaming experience depending on who is always in charge.

also fits Enemy design highlights for in this adventure the threat that concerns us does not belong to heaven or hell, but the creations of men themselves, homunculi. In order to fight them, we will join forces with various demons that will already be familiar to us Madame Butterfly and other new ones that I won’t reveal here. I suppose I’ll be impressed by successful and original designs, both in the appearance of the demons and their abilities.

colossal fights

Combat is one of the basic aspects on which this title rests. Attack movements are smooth and careful, you will not find standard or prototype animations, but a personal and colorful style.

One feature that really catches my attention is that there are two radically different ways to beat this game: pounding buttons or thinking about our movements. The first is a fast and very useful option if the player does not have much time to spend on the console, with a more hectic style. However, the second option is the most satisfying in my opinion, as you can upgrade, unlock and equip different skills, choose between different weapons or demons to summon, avoid enemy attacks by accessing witch time… It’s complex and interesting system, which I recommend exploring. In fact, rewards earned in combat can be used to gain new moves that change aspects of combat.

I mentioned earlier invocation, an essential element to beating the game. We can accommodate three demon slavesand switch which ones we want to call for help. When a demon appears on the scene, it fights in our place for a limited time, which varies according to our climax, and can disappear if our character takes damage. Each of them has its own abilities and we always have to consider which ones will be the most useful depending on the situation or scenario we are in. This system changes when we have control Violbecause it only has one demon: cheshire cat. The biggest difference from Bayonetta’s demons is that this summon can fight independently of Viola.

In addition to fighting Bayonetta and Viola, there is also secondary level starring Jeanne. These have a more classic air, similar to a arcade, adapting his fighting style to this type of game. summary, Each of our witches has a unique play stylewhich adds versatility to the title and prevents the player from getting bored, with a structure that is far from repetitive.

great show

The devil is in the details, well, or the witch. Our protagonist goes from provocative invocation dances to mini-games, fights and races control giant monsters, shoot chases, avoid obstacles at full speed, amazing cinematography who progress through a story full of surprises… You won’t be able to take your eyes off the screen.

i love irreverent tone games, with a big sense of humor and risky means, like the extreme eroticism that surrounds Bayonetta herself. I think this element works perfectly on this extravagant figure. It’s understandable that sparkling personality the witch has easily captivated so many fans.

The level of collectibles and areas to explore in the game is such that although you can finish it in about 15 hoursyou would have to return to it for nearly as long to fully discover it.

In addition to the already mentioned elements such as design and plot, this title has a high quality and eclectic soundtrack, combining jazz themes with pop songs or even choral compositions in the most epic battles. Furthermore, controversy aside, dubbing quality, both in the original and in English, is exceptional. And despite the drop in quality of some textures or settings, its movement, fast loading and good optimization for Nintendo Switch, balancing quality product.

In a nutshell

Once you enter the different universes Bayonetta 3, you will not be able to release the controller. Five years of waiting has paid off. Platinum Games introduces us to one of the titles Nintendo switch The most engaging yet, with its engaging story and charismatic characters, it will win the player over from the very first sequence.

Even in technical field get a high grade. if i were to take out some catch, one comes to mind: how uncomfortable some of the demons are to deal with in first person, with their immense size and movements so slow as to be desperate. And so, Bayonetta 3 It is excellent gameI recommend it.

Bayonetta 3 spec sheet

Bayonetta 3 It is available on Nintendo’s website for an official price of 59.99 euros, on a channel dedicated to video games and on global platforms such as Amazon, where it can be purchased in both physical and digital copies for the same price. €59.99 or Special limited edition with 5% discount 149,95 euros.