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Video Game Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon Review
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon (2023) is a narrative adventure game where you explore a forbidden forest in search of the power to save your mother. A prequel to the other Bayonetta games, but rather than the over-the-top action, instead has you control two characters simultaneously to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. Its unique take on gameplay and combat and a visual and narrative style that lend it a storybook feel make it stand out.

Our examiner, Ben Kendall, first checked Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon 9 months ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 6 weeks ago.

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Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a narrative adventure game where you explore a forbidden forest in search of the power to save your mother. A prequel to the other Bayonetta games, but rather than the over-the-top action, instead has you control two characters simultaneously to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. Its unique take on gameplay and combat and a visual and narrative style that lend it a storybook feel make it stand out.

Long before she becomes the dark witch known as Bayonetta, you play young Cereza and her demon-imbued stuffed toy, Cheshire. When your mother becomes struck by a strange sickness, you enter the forbidden Avalon Forest, filled with deadly faeries, in the hope of uncovering the power she needs to save her. As you strive ever deeper, you encounter deadly foes and an infernal demon who promises to give you the power you so desire.

You control Cereza with the left Joy-Con and Cheshire with the right, using the unique powers of each to defeat enemies and solve puzzles to progress; Cereza uses magic to bind and hurt enemies, while Cheshire attacks with slashes and bites. Only by using them in conjunction can you progress, and mastering controlling both characters simultaneously is tricky but essential to success.

The result is a unique entry to the Bayonetta series that swaps the typical over-the-top action set pieces for the unusual mechanic of controlling two characters at the same time. With a story that fills in the gaps around the titular character's background, it makes for a novel experience.
 

BenefitsBenefits

This game is good if you want to:

Play StylePlay Style

This is a Narrative and Traversal game with Action, Adventure, Fighting and Puzzle elements. This is a single-player game.

 
You can play this game in the following styles:

DurationDuration

We haven't documented duration data for this game yet.

Age RatingsAge Ratings

Content Rating

Rated PEGI 12 for moderate violence and scenes of moderate horror that younger players may find disturbing. The central characters use their abilities and magic to fend off attacks from faerie creatures. Reactions are unrealistic, with impacts resulting in flashes and characters falling over. Sometimes cries are heard but there is no sight of blood or injuries. There are some scenes of moderate horror, including a scene in which it is implied a character has been eaten. Although her death is not shown, a cry is heard followed by the sight of her arm hanging limply from a large mouth. Some boss characters are also frightening, particularly when they chase the player down twisty roads where oncoming obstacles cannot be seen. There are also jump scares when monsters appear. The game also includes uses of 'damn'.

Skill Level

11+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Still, it's important for parents and guardians to consider the maturity required to process the game content. Controlling both characters simultaneously and making them attack and move correctly can be tricky, and there are several difficult sections.

CostsCosts

Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon usually costs £49.99.
 

Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon

Switch Store Switch £49.99
There are no additional in-game purchases, loot boxes, adverts or subscription costs.

DetailsGame Details

Release Date: 17/03/2023

Out Now: Switch

Content Rating: PEGI 12

Skill Rating: 11+ year-olds

Players: 1

Genres: Narrative, Traversal (Action, Adventure, Fighting and Puzzle)

Accessibility: 27 features

Components: 3D Third-Person and Cartoon

Developer: Platinum Games (@PlatinumGames)

Game FranchiseThe Bayonetta Franchise

Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is part of the Bayonetta franchise of games:

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PEGI 12 Video Game Age Rating for Bayonetta Origins Cereza and the Lost Demon in UK and Europe

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