PlatinumGames Marks Bayonetta\'s 15th Anniversary with Year-Long Celebration

PlatinumGames Celebrates Bayonetta's 15th Anniversary with a Year of Festivities!

To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the iconic action game, PlatinumGames is launching a year-long celebration, expressing gratitude to fans for their unwavering support. The original Bayonetta, released in Japan on October 29, 2009, and internationally in January 2010, captivated players with its innovative gameplay and stylish action, directed by the renowned Hideki Kamiya. Bayonetta, a powerful Umbra Witch, quickly became a fan-favorite video game anti-hero.

Initially published by Sega across multiple platforms, the subsequent Bayonetta sequels became Nintendo exclusives, gracing the Wii U and Nintendo Switch. A prequel, Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, further expanded the lore in 2023. Bayonetta herself has even made appearances as a playable character in recent Super Smash Bros. installments.

PlatinumGames' "Bayonetta 15th Anniversary Year," set for 2025, promises a series of special announcements and exciting reveals. While details remain scarce, the developer urges fans to follow their social media channels for updates.

Anniversary Initiatives Unveiled:

Already underway are several anniversary initiatives. Wayo Records has released a limited-edition Bayonetta music box featuring the Super Mirror design and playing "Theme Of Bayonetta - Mysterious Destiny," composed by Masami Ueda. Additionally, PlatinumGames is offering monthly Bayonetta-themed smartphone calendar wallpapers, with January's featuring Bayonetta and Jeanne in kimonos.

The enduring legacy of the original Bayonetta is undeniable. Its influence on the action genre is evident, refining stylish action mechanics and introducing innovative concepts like Witch Time, inspiring future PlatinumGames titles such as Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance and Nier: Automata. Stay tuned for more exciting announcements throughout the anniversary year!