Bayonetta Anniversary: PlatinumGames Unveils Year-Long Festivities

PlatinumGames is celebrating Bayonetta's 15th anniversary with a year-long celebration, expressing gratitude to fans for their enduring support. The original game, released in 2009 (Japan) and 2010 (globally), garnered critical acclaim for its innovative gameplay and fast-paced action, a hallmark of director Hideki Kamiya's style. This success led to sequels exclusively released on Nintendo platforms.

Bayonetta's unique blend of gunplay, martial arts, and magical hair quickly established her as a memorable video game icon. While Sega published the initial title, Nintendo later secured publishing rights for the subsequent installments on Wii U and Nintendo Switch. A prequel, Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, further expanded the lore on the Switch in 2023. Bayonetta also made appearances as a playable character in recent Super Smash Bros. games.

PlatinumGames recently announced a "Bayonetta 15th Anniversary Year" for 2025, promising special announcements and merchandise. While details remain scarce, the developer encourages fans to follow their social media channels for updates.

Bayonetta's 15th Anniversary Celebration in 2025

Wayo Records has already released a limited-edition Bayonetta music box featuring the Super Mirror design and a melody by Masami Ueda. PlatinumGames is also providing monthly Bayonetta-themed smartphone wallpapers, with January's featuring Bayonetta and Jeanne in kimonos.

Even after 15 years, Bayonetta's influence remains strong. The game is lauded for refining stylish action combat, introducing innovative mechanics like Witch Time, and influencing subsequent PlatinumGames titles such as Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance and Nier: Automata. Fans eagerly await further announcements throughout the anniversary year.