Bayonetta 3 News
January2023
Random Check Out How Bayonetta 3's Cheshire Demon Was Brought To Life
Character will reappear in Bayonetta Origins
One of the most surprising additions to Bayonetta 3 (and for some, one of the most divisive) was the inclusion of Viola, a brand new playable character that looks and feels completely different to the titular heroine we're all familiar with. Alongside Viola is her trusty companion, Cheshire, an Infernal...
Reminder Unlock A Bayonetta Origins Demo In Bayonetta 3
Try out the brief playable teaser
Another Switch exclusive coming out in the earlier half of this year is Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon. In case you missed this one, it's a new spin-off in the Bayonetta series that was revealed last year at The Game Awards. This new title is set in a storybook-like world, where players take on the...
News Xenoblade 3, Bayonetta 3, Mario & Kirby Nominated For 2023 D.I.C.E. Awards
Who will win?
The D.I.C.E. Awards has revealed the nominations for its 26th annual event - with Nintendo titles being nominated in a number of categories. PlatinumGames' title Bayonetta 3 is in the running for 'action game of the year'. It takes on Grounded, Neon White, Sifu and Vampire Survivors. Kirby's Dream Buffet and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of...
News Bayonetta 3 Version 1.2.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's a big one!
PlatinumGames isn't done with Bayonetta 3 just yet! Today it's released a second major patch update for the game. This latest patch (Version 1.2.0) comes with combat adjustments, stage condition adjustments, some game mode changes, and various other changes and bug fixes. Here's the full rundown, courtesy of the official Nintendo...
December2022
News The Game Awards GOTY For 2022 Is Elden Ring
Nintendo also took out a bunch of awards
The Game Awards has just concluded for another year and FromSoftware's Elden Ring has been crowned Game of the Year. It was up against A Plague Tale: Requiem, God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West,
News Bayonetta Origins Announced Exclusively For Switch, Coming March 2023
Try out a brief playable teaser in Bayonetta 3
At The Game Awards, the show's host Geoff Keighley announced a new Bayonetta spin-off would be coming exclusively to the Nintendo Switch early next year. Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon will be landing on the hybrid platform on 17th March 2023 for $59.99 USD, and pre-orders are now live on...
November2022
News Hideki Kamiya Is Already Starting To Talk About Bayonetta 4
Slow down, man!
It's not even been one month since the launch of Bayonetta 3, yet series creator and vice-president at PlatinumGames, Hideki Kamiya, has already started talking about a potential sequel. Speaking on Twitter, Kamiya made direct reference to the ending of Bayonetta 3. While we won't spoil what happens here (and please be mindful in...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 19th)
ScaViikend
It looks like we are just about there folks, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is finally here which surely means there are no more trailers, 'mon reveals or surprise announcements for the next few weeks, right? This week has been a busy one here at Nintendo Life. Aside from the release of Scarlet and Violet (for which we discussed the pros...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Leads Nintendo's Nominations At The Game Awards 2022
Neon White, Sifu, and Tunic all net 3 noms each
The nominations are out for Geoff Keighley's yearly glamorous advertising and awards event, The Game Awards, which will be broadcast on Thursday, December 8th. Now, we're all well aware by this point that Nintendo's representation on these lists is usually pretty lacking until you get to the indies...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 12th)
Ladies and gentlemen, The Weekend
With yet another trailer dropping for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, an Indie World showcase and the Nintendo financial report getting released, it has been quite the week here at Nintendo Life! We covered all of the great indie titles that will be heading to Switch in the coming months - including sitting down with...
Random Bayonetta 3 Was Reportedly Planned To Be An Open-World Game
Thank goodness it didn't end up that way!
After literal years of waiting, Bayonetta 3 finally launched for the Nintendo Switch at the end of October. For many, the game stands as one of the finest action titles every released and builds on what the first two games accomplished with their respective gameplay mechanics. According to Imran Khan...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 5th)
Bonfire Night gaming
Remember, remember the 5th November, gunpowder, treason and gaming. It's something along those lines, right? While we can't really comment on the first two of these, we have had a week filled with the third here at Nintendo Life. The week kicked off with Halloween, and we got into the spirit by chatting about the gaming moments...
Japanese Charts Bayonetta 3 Debuts In Second As PlayStation 5 Outsells Switch
Like witchcraft
It's been a busy week in the latest Japanese charts from Famitsu! And while the top spot remains unchallenged — with Splatoon 3 still clinging on firmly — nearly every other game in this week's software chart is a new release. The big new game for Switch owners in the week of 24th to 30th October was Bayonetta 3. PlatinumGames'...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 14 - The Single Truth Walkthrough
All good things...
Welcome to chapter 14, the final chapter, of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough. It's been a long road but we've finally reached its end. Let's get stuck in and see how it all turns out, shall we? Bayonetta 3: Chapter 14 - The Single Truth: Bewitchments Finish the Singularity Chaos battle with no damage - Complete Verse #1 without...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 4 - The Doctor Is Out Walkthrough
Hell's Angel
We're back with Jeanne now in her final side mission as a super spy in our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough. It's time to find Dr Sigurd and figure out what on earth is going on. Let's go! Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 4 - The Doctor is Out Walkthrough: Bewitchments Finish the chapter without hitting any obstacles - Make it through the entire...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 13 - Kingdom Of One Walkthrough
Secrets and Lies
Welcome to chapter 13 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. Let's get straight into the action here and find every verse and collectible in this bombastic thirteenth level. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 13 - Kingdom Of One Walkthrough: Bewitchments Collect 25 Lotuses in Ginnungagap - Grab every Lotus you can as you blast through the...
October2022
Guide Bayonetta 3: Old Picture Book - How To Access The Secret Chapter
Find all three keys to open the Old Picture Book
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: How To Unlock All Weapons
Get your hands on every weapon in the game
Looking to unlock every single weapon in Bayonetta 3? We've got you covered. There's a large selection of fantastical weapons to get your hands on in Bayonetta's latest adventure and, while unlocking some of these is fairly straightforward, others have very specific requirements you'll need to meet. Let's...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 12 - The Edge of Madness Walkthrough
Thriller night
Welcome to chapter 12 of our full Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. We're getting to the business end of the game now so let's not dilly-dally. Onwards! Bayonetta 3: Chapter 12 - The Edge of Madness Walkthrough: Bewitchments Destroy 5 Buses - Simply smash any five buses to exploding point during the course of the chapter. There's...
Video Here's A Closer Look At Bayonetta 3's Censored "Naive Angel" Mode
On and off
As you might recall, Bayonetta 3 has a "Naive Angel Mode" - allowing players to toggle between more or less revealing character outfits. If you are playing a certain way, and are curious to see what the other version looks like, you're in luck. GameXplain has put together a video showing off several moments from the third entry to see...
News Hideki Kamiya Thanks Nintendo For Helping Make Bayonetta 3 A Reality
"I’m forever indebted to Nintendo"
Nintendo became an important part of the Bayonetta series' future - helping fund the second game on Wii U, and going on to bankroll the third game. Platinum's Hideki Kamiya has previously mentioned how thankful he is to Nintendo for stepping in to help "kick off this project" and now he's commented on this once...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 29th)
BAEonetta
After two weeks of back-and-forth drama, we are pleased that Bayonetta 3 is finally out to rave reviews. We are never going to have to talk about another VA dispute ever again, right? Yes, the gun-slinging, crowd-winning Umbra Witch is back and (not to spoil the following feature) we are excited to play. While we awaited the game's...
Video Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Bayonetta 3
"Temper your expectations on the tech side"
Bayonetta 3 is finally here and as usual with the latest Nintendo release, Digital Foundry has taken a closer look at the game's performance and frame rate. So how does it hold up? In short, John Linneman thinks the third game has "some serious technical hiccups", and that it's a game that "feels as if...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 11 - A Familiar Dance Walkthrough
Come fly with me
We're on to an action-packed visit to Paris now in chapter 11 of our Bayonetta 3 guide. There's lots to find in this one, so let's get busy hunting it all down. Bewitchments Find the item hidden in the underground tunnel - This is the Record that you'll find during the dark section where you need to use your new demon power to...
News Physical Switch Copies Of Bayonetta Are Returning To My Nintendo Store Later This Year
"We apologise that we could not meet demand"
After a year of waiting and months of delays, Bayonetta did get a physical release on Switch earlier this week. Not that many people will have been able to get their hands on a copy of course, as the out-of-the-blue drop sold out almost instantly. Fortunately, Nintendo has confirmed that it plans to...
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Witch Heart, Broken Witch Heart, Broken Moon Pearl Locations
Here's to your good health
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: Walkthrough, All Collectibles, Tips, And Tricks
A 100% completion guide to Bayonetta 3
Welcome to our Bayonetta 3 Full Walkthrough Guide hub! This Bayonetta 3 Walkthrough, which includes all collectibles, will guide you through the game, chapter by chapter, showing you the location of every hidden item. We awarded the game 10/10 in our Bayonetta 3 review, describing it as "a stunning return for...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Prologue - A Chaotic Encounter Walkthrough
The Witch Is Back
Welcome to Nintendo Life's Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. Let's kick off with the prologue which introduces the core combat and those all-new Infernal Demons. There are no collectibles to find in this opening level but we do have five Bewitchments to earn, which we've detailed below. Bayonetta 3 Guide: Prologue - A Chaotic...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 1 - Scrambling For Answers Walkthrough
Shibuya Scramble
We continue our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide with the first chapter proper. Get ready for lots of battles and a ton of collectibles! Bayonetta 3: Chapter 1: Scrambling For Answers Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Destroy 3 Obstacles While Sliding On Gomorrah - During the opening sequence of the Shibuya, Tokyo...
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Umbran Tears Of Blood Locations
Every Umbran Toad, Cat and Crow in the game
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Figure Box Locations
Every Figure Box in the game located
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Echoes Of Memory Locations
All Echoes of Memory collectibles located
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Card Pack Locations
Every Card Pack location
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 2 - City On Fire Walkthrough
Tokyo Takedown
We continue our full Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide with chapter 2. Let's dig in and find all those verses and collectibles. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 2 - City On Fire Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Watch MC Enzo's Show On The Giant Monitor - On the left side buildings right at the start of the level, where you do battle...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 3 - A Sinking Feeling Walkthrough
Kaiju Konfrontation
Welcome to chapter 3 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. Let's get straight into the action here and find every verse and collectible in this bombastic third level. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 3 - A Sinking Feeling Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Collect The Halos Hidden In The Giant Lantern- In the area where Verse...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 1 - The Crimson Shadow Walkthrough
Mission Quite Possible
Bayonetta 3's side missions see you take on some shadowy covert ops with Jeanne as she treks through enemy bases on the tail of the elusive Dr Sigurd. These side-scrolling spy action sections are a nice change of pace from the main game, tricky little stealth sequences full of doors and vents to hide behind and enemies to get...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 4 - World's Apart Walkthrough
Great Walls of Fire
Welcome to chapter 4 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. Let's waste no time in jumping right into the mix here as Bayo heads to China for a feast of fighting and a ton of collectible goodies. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 4 - World's Apart Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Enter the lotus field in Ginnungagap - During...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 5 - Hot Pursuit Walkthrough
Big Trouble in Little China
Welcome to Chapter 5 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide and Viola takes control here as we continue to blast across China, busting bad guys and bagging all of those sweet collectibles. Let's get into it! Bayonetta 3: Chapter 5 - Hot Pursuit Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Put out the fire without...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 6 - Off The Rails Walkthrough
Forever Blowing Bubbles
Welcome to chapter 4 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. We've got lots more verses and collectibles to get our hands on here so let's dive right in. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 6 - Off The Rails Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Stay on the lava wheel for 5 seconds - Just at the start of the chapter, head to your...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 2 - The Lynx Strikes Walkthrough
Impossible Mission
Welcome to Side Mission 2 in our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. Jeanne is back for more stealth kills, fast food and a handful of collectibles. Let's take a look. Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 2 - The Lynx Strikes - All Collectibles: We're on the trail of Sigurd once again in this second Jeanne side mission. Once again you're on a...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 7 - Burning Sands Walkthrough
The Sands of Time
Welcome to chapter 7 of our full Bayonetta 3. It's time for some hot desert hijinks with plenty of big battles, puzzles and collectibles for us to get our hands on. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 7 - Burning Sands Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Touch a Cheshire mirage 3 times while wandering the desert - In the opening...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 8 - A Croaking Chorus Walkthrough
The Frog Chorus
Welcome to chapter 8 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. We've got another big action-packed chapter full of secrets and surprises to get through here so let's not waste any time. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 8 - A Croaking Chorus Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Stand on top of the windmill tower - In the opening area of...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 9 - Learning To Fly Walkthrough
Temple of Doom
Welcome to Chapter 10 of our full Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. We're deep into the game now and the battles and collectibles keep coming thick and fast. Let's dig in and nab them all. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 9 - Learning To Fly Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Scare off 20 resting wild Malphas demons - As soon as you...
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Record Locations
Every collectible Record location
Hello there and welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Verse Locations
Every Verse in the game located
Welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: All Treasure Chest Locations
Every single Treasure Chest located
Welcome to our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide where we'll be walking you through every chapter in the game as well as showing you the locations of every collectible, including Umbran Tears of Blood, Figure Boxes, Echoes of Memory,
Guide Bayonetta 3: Chapter 10 - Cover Of Night Walkthrough
Parisian Punch-up
Welcome to chapter 10 of our Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide and we're off to Paris this time, where lots of collectibles, puzzles and big battles await us. So, grab a croissant and let's get into it. Bayonetta 3: Chapter 10 - Cover Of Night Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Step on 10 of the fallen glass shards on...
Guide Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 3 - High Stakes Walkthrough
Going Down?
It's time for side mission 3 in our full Bayonetta 3 walkthrough guide. Jeanne is once again on the trail of Dr Sigurd, but this time around all of the action takes place during one single elevator ride full of bad guys. Let's get into it. Bayonetta 3: Side Mission 3 - High Stakes Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Bewitchments Reach...
Guide Where To Buy Bayonetta 3 On Switch
And the special Trinity Masquerade Edition
Update: Bayonetta 3 has finally arrived — hurrah! We awarded it an 'Outstanding' 10/10 in our review, calling it "a stunning return for an icon, and the best game in the series." Pretty good, then! If your interest is piqued, we've been keeping track of all the best deals for you below. Original...
Poll Bayonetta 3 Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
Let us know
After years of development updates about Bayonetta 3, the Switch exclusive is now available in certain parts of the world. As you've no doubt seen over the past few weeks, there's been a fair bit of drama with this one - with the original voice of Bayonetta making a series of accusations in an ongoing dispute with Platinum. You can...