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

Bayonetta's 15th Anniversary: A Year of Celebration!

PlatinumGames is commemorating the 15th anniversary of the iconic Bayonetta with a year-long celebration, expressing gratitude to fans for their unwavering support. The original game, released in 2009 (Japan) and 2010 (globally), captivated players with its innovative design and exhilarating gameplay, a hallmark of director Hideki Kamiya's signature style. This stylish action title, featuring Bayonetta, a formidable Umbra Witch, quickly established itself as a fan favorite, launching a successful franchise across Nintendo platforms.

Bayonetta's debut garnered critical acclaim for its inventive premise and fast-paced combat, reminiscent of the Devil May Cry series. While Sega published the original game across multiple platforms, subsequent sequels became Nintendo exclusives, appearing on the Wii U and Nintendo Switch. The prequel, Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, further expanded the lore, introducing a younger Bayonetta, while the adult Bayonetta also made appearances in the Super Smash Bros. series.

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

2025: A Year of Bayonetta Festivities

Already, Wayo Records has unveiled a limited-edition Bayonetta music box, showcasing the Super Mirror design and featuring Masami Ueda's "Theme Of Bayonetta - Mysterious Destiny." PlatinumGames is also releasing monthly Bayonetta-themed smartphone wallpapers, with January's image depicting Bayonetta and Jeanne in kimonos under a moonlit sky.

Even after fifteen years, the original Bayonetta remains influential, refining the stylish action genre pioneered by Devil May Cry. Innovative mechanics like Witch Time continue to inspire PlatinumGames' subsequent titles, including Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance and Nier: Automata. Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming announcements throughout this special anniversary year.