While this could just be a superficial choice by the developer to take Bayonetta in a new direction, the lack of solid information has left ample room for these theories to take root. It’s a theory not without some merit, as Bayonetta's former voice actress will not be returning, confirming that she had not been recast to reprise her role. Bayonetta 3 offers even more dynamic and 'sadistic' action than ever before. However, Cereza was returned to her own time by the conclusion of the first game, but fans are speculating that the events Cereza experienced as a young girl has led to her growing up making very different decisions, all motivated by her idolization of Bayonetta. Throughout the game, she would treat Bayonetta as her mom and similarly (albeit begrudgingly) Bayonetta would serve as this mother figure in her own brusque way. However, this is where things begin to get complicated, as Cereza was already a younger version of Bayonetta, displaced from time in the events of the first game.

The obvious evidence for this is of course Bayonetta’s hairstyle, as she now bears an uncanny resemblance to Cereza from the first Bayonetta, right down to the pigtails and red ribbons. The last time players were able to take control and fight as a titanic Demon came at Bayonetta 2’s climax, basically playing Punch-Out! with Madama Butterfly and the Angel Temperance.Īnother theory that’s been floated around by fans is that this isn’t the same Bayonetta players have grown to love across the series’ first two games, and suggests that multiple timelines now exist across the Bayonetta universe. In line with this and going off gameplay footage, it does appear that Bayonetta will be able to summon and control these Demons beyond what’s been seen in previous games. These new powers, coupled with Bayonetta’s new hair, might suggest she’s grown to develop more refined control of her Contracted Demons and Madama Butterfly. The new features come as an effort to integrate Infernal Demons into Bayonetta’s moveset, giving the combat a new feel and performance for players. With the release of a new gameplay trailer, PlatinumGames confirmed that new battle mechanics would be incorporated into Bayonetta 3: Demon Slaves and Demon Masquerade. If Bayonetta’s power comes from her hair, then a fresh new look for her could be indicative of something more substantial than just keeping up with the latest fashion trends.

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