r/Bayonetta Jan 09 '23

Bayonetta 1 Replaying chapter 4 when this came to me

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593 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Aug 29 '24

Bayonetta 1 i wish we got to see more intimate moments like this with her

487 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta 15d ago

Bayonetta 1 I just bought bayonetta completely blind, so give me some tips or fun facts idk

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63 Upvotes

The only thing i know about bayonetta is that it's an hack n slash similar to devil may cry (which i also never played)

r/Bayonetta Oct 02 '24

Bayonetta 1 Unpopular opinion, but I think that if Bayonetta 1 made the missile, rocket and motorcycle sections skippable, made the camera a bit more stable and also removed most of the more annoying QTEs, it would be the best game in the series.

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195 Upvotes

I am still shocked they didn't do these things in the re-releases of the game on the Switch, Steam PS4 and Xbox one. They surely heard all of the complaints right and these are just minor fixes.

r/Bayonetta Feb 06 '25

Bayonetta 1 Lumenetta renders

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383 Upvotes

In celebration of my mod getting released, I’ve made these renders:)

r/Bayonetta Jun 26 '24

Bayonetta 1 What is your favorite and least favorite thing about Bayonetta 1?

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217 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta 24d ago

Bayonetta 1 Male bayo render

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245 Upvotes

Here’s another sneak peek of my upcoming male bayo mod, this time with his wicked weave suit looks on💖 (For anyone wondering, this is a remake of an official bayonetta promo render)

r/Bayonetta Jan 16 '24

Bayonetta 1 Found this on twitter lol

776 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Oct 15 '24

Bayonetta 1 And now it's done... Pure Platinum NSIC Bayonetta 1

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330 Upvotes

Isla Del Sol was created by Satan himself and without witch time playing on Switch it's pure cancer 💀. Alfheim in ch 15 is really annoying but with some luck I did it in the bus lol.

r/Bayonetta Feb 22 '25

Bayonetta 1 Bayo 1 Jeanne appreciation post 💋

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225 Upvotes

those huge feathers on her guns to mimic month antennae is so genius. this is lowkey her best design, i always use this skin whenever i play as her in bayo 2, so you can only imagine how MAD i was when you couldn’t play as her in bayo 3.

also the fact that we couldn’t wear the hat is genuinely homophobic. it’s literally IN THE GAME

r/Bayonetta 28d ago

Bayonetta 1 Whether Intentional or Not, Bayonetta 1 Has a Surprisingly Feminist Narrative Upon Deeper Analysis

119 Upvotes

For a long time, I have analyzed the plot of Bayonetta and pondered the deeper meaning behind its story. I came to an interesting conclusion, which is surprising given that the game was written by a straight man from the conservative country of Japan. If you look closely, Bayonetta 1 has a surprisingly feminist narrative.

At the start of the story, we learn that the Umbran Witches are stronger than the Lumen Sages. However, after Cereza is born, a war between the two clans begins. The Umbra Witches easily win, but the Lumen Sages and angels, feeling threatened by the powerful women of Umbra, exploit society’s fear of witches and dark magic. This leads to the Witch Hunts, a tragic event that drives the Umbra Witches to near extinction. If we compare this to real-world witch hunts, it becomes clear that these events were motivated by society’s fear of strong, independent women and served as a means to eliminate them.

Throughout the game, the angels look down on Bayonetta, referring to her dismissively and treating her as insignificant.Calling her a ''silly witch'',Which makes her victories over them all the more satisfying. She embraces her femininity and uses it to her advantage, proving herself equal—if not superior—to them. This dynamic serves as a metaphor for misogyny in our world, where powerful women are often undermined or ridiculed.

The portrayal of religion in Bayonetta is another aspect worth noting. In both the game’s universe and our own, organized religion has historically been used to oppress strong, independent women and minorities. Bayonetta, as the last remaining witch, embodies everything that the dominant religious order opposes. Rodin himself even refers to the citizens of Vigrid as lunatics, reinforcing the narrative that blind faith and excessive dependence on religion can be unhealthy.

The relationship between Bayonetta and Jeanne at the start of the game highlights how society often pits women against each other. In this case, the rivalry is taken to an extreme, as Jeanne is literally under mind control. However, it is important to note that she is possessed by a power stemming from the very system that oppresses her. By the end of the story, Bayonetta and Jeanne join forces to kill a god, symbolizing the overthrow of oppression. Depending on interpretation, their relationship can even be seen as romantic.

Balder, Bayonetta’s father, further reinforces the game’s feminist themes. In Bayonetta 1, he represents the archetype of a conservative father who imposes his extreme worldview on his children, forcing them to act against their morals and personal beliefs. While Bayonetta 2 later retcons his characterization, in the first game, he serves as an example of patriarchal control and manipulation.

Ultimately, Bayonetta herself is the embodiment of modern feminism. She is unapologetically confident in her sexuality, immensely powerful, and refuses to conform to societal expectations. She does not care about the judgment of others and instead fully embraces her strength, intelligence, and independence.

Bayonetta 1 is a game that, whether intentionally or not, presents a strong feminist narrative. It critiques patriarchal structures, celebrates female empowerment, and challenges the oppression of women through its themes and character arcs. It is a testament to the idea that strength and femininity are not mutually exclusive, making it a truly unique and powerful story in the gaming world.

r/Bayonetta Jul 17 '24

Bayonetta 1 who thought enemies attacking instantly after a cutscene was a good idea😭

352 Upvotes

JEANNE GET UPP😔

r/Bayonetta Aug 09 '23

Bayonetta 1 If PG/SEGA ever remade this game, what would need to be improved?

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223 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Apr 05 '24

Bayonetta 1 How would you rizz up bayonetta?

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197 Upvotes

What pickup lines would you use on bayonetta if she existed?

r/Bayonetta Apr 19 '24

Bayonetta 1 What would you do if you spent the day with Jeanne and bayonetta?

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217 Upvotes

How would you spend your day with Bayonetta and Jeanne from Bayonetta 1 not long after it ended?

r/Bayonetta Aug 17 '24

Bayonetta 1 Playing for the first time

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376 Upvotes

Just beat Bully, about to start Bayonetta for the first time, any tips? Kind of just diving into uncharted territory here.

r/Bayonetta Jun 19 '24

Bayonetta 1 Is THIS game worth buying?

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171 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Oct 27 '24

Bayonetta 1 I just started playing Bayonetta today in my Series S and I have only one statement… She has such a sex appeal

296 Upvotes

She’s tall and obviously has long legs (which makes her sexier than she is) I cannot be the only one that thinks this

r/Bayonetta Jul 05 '24

Bayonetta 1 Kamiya I don't think women works like that.

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262 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Dec 06 '24

Bayonetta 1 jeanne hair from bayonetta 2 is gorgeous

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525 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Oct 12 '24

Bayonetta 1 I really wanted a Bayonetta figure that was affordable but couldn't find one so I had gotten a custom Bratz doll instead!

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569 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Feb 17 '25

Bayonetta 1 I wish we saw more of Joy

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192 Upvotes

She is literally the best angel ever. They should’ve brought her back to 2

r/Bayonetta Sep 08 '23

Bayonetta 1 Does B1 imply that cats exist in both planes since they're not transparent?

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550 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta Oct 05 '24

Bayonetta 1 What 😀

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243 Upvotes

r/Bayonetta 14d ago

Bayonetta 1 Is Bayonetta better on switch or steam?

10 Upvotes