She stops for no one.

06.22.2009

It’s no secret to anyone close to me that I’m excited for Bayonetta, lovechild of Sega and Platinum Games (formerly Clover Studio and of Okami fame). From her unique design to the fast paced stylish action gameplay, I can’t see where this title could go wrong. Further cementing my rabid anticipation would be the fact that Hideki Kamiya (Devil May Cry) is at the helm. I mean, we’re talking about the guy who redefined action gaming back in 2001, you know, WAY before David Jaffe waltzed in and stole his thunder by sticking QTEs in the middle of our grab combos with God of War.

Personally, I’m getting a little tired of every action game being compared to GoW post-2005, and it’s nice to see ANOTHER game get the limelight, free of those comparisons. Of course, to know what I’m talking about, you’d have to see it in action. Fear not, E.P.’s got your back.

I think the worst part of any action game is staring at the loading screens. Bayonetta is no stranger to them, however instead of a black screen, in this game you get a chance to tool around and learn all her moves, and if the video up top is any indication…there’s a TON of them. Loading screen montage go!

If you stopped to ask, “Why do her clothes keep disappearing?” it’s because well…those aren’t clothes she’s wearing. That’s her hair.

Yep.

Oh, and are those bazookas on her ankles? My word. I think I’m in love.

This game needs a release date NOW. I may lose my mind..


ExpertPenguin

When he isn't viewing the industry through his humorously cynical, analytical lens, ExpertPenguin can be found either editing the backbone of our humble, hardcore empire here at Chocolate Lemon, or neck deep in his latest game conquest. Gaming since '89 and writing about half as long, his biting, unapologetic means of calling the industry on it's foils and foibles are well earned and flexed often, along with an enthusiasm that makes you well aware of his calling. Though an unapologetic lover of Rhythm Action games of any flavor, his knowledge of the industry at large and unwavering passion that locks him into every genre (except Sports, sorry guys) make for some interesting conversation -- provided you can get a hold of him. He can be a bit of a ghost..