Every 'Bayonetta' Game, Ranked

Sequels often fail to match the glamour and glory of the first game.Bayonetta 2Bayonetta 2 defies this statistic. It improves the first entry in unexpected ways. It offers customization options, fixes performance problems, and adds more chaotic action.Bayonetta 2Bayonetta 2 earned awards and nominations, making the first game look weak by comparison. People loved the game so much that Bayonetta joined the Super Smash Bros. roster.Super Smash Bros.Popular demand added Bayonetta to the roster.

Bayonetta started the entire series.BayonettaBayonetta received praise from critics and players for its inventive combat, imaginative setting, colorful characters, and Bayonetta herself. The game presented a new concept the industry had not seen, and everyone accepted a new idea and a strong female lead that avoids typical gaming stereotypes.The game features a strong female lead.Bayonetta avoids typical gaming tropes and stereotypes.BayonettaBayonetta is a strong, unforgettable entry that many people still remember today.

Nearly a decade passed.Bayonetta 3Bayonetta 3 finally reached everyone. It continues the action adventure of Bayonetta. This game tackles the popular multiverse concept. Bayonetta joins a group of characters the series built up, making it one of the series' most ambitious entries.Bayonetta 3Bayonetta 3 shows what an amazing third game looks like. Gameplay mechanics and world building are top tier, beating any game trying to compete.Bayonetta 3With this release, Platinum Games proves itself a top action-adventure hack and slash developer.