The recent September 13, 2022 Nintendo Direct stream announced the release date for the highly anticipated Bayonetta 3
Bayonetta 3 was originally announced back in December 2017 and fans have patiently waited for the update ever since.
Bayonetta 3 Release Date Announced, Pre-Order Price, Characters Cast List, Gameplay And Trailer
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45 days remaining pic.twitter.com/6zE2hhOlIz— The Daily Status Of Bayonetta 3 (@DailyBayonetta) September 13, 2022
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The upcoming action-adventure game is the third installment in the Bayonetta game series with the last installment dating back to 2014.
Following the release date announcement, players can pre-order the game in advance, exclusively for Nintendo Switch. Players who purchase the pre-order can dive right into the game when it launches on October 28, 2022.
Bayonetta 3 Release Date
Nintendo has often followed the typical Tuesday release format for its blockbuster games. However, they have now adopted their own launch format by releasing most of their games on a Friday.
The Friday released date trend can also be seen in the case for Bayonetta 3. During the recent Nintendo Direct stream, a new trailer announced the official release date for Bayonetta 3 as Friday, October 28, 2022.
Besides the release date, the trailer also revealed about the game’s plot.
Bayonetta 3 Game Plot
Bayonetta 3 will follow a game plot where the titular Umbra Witch is set to save the entire world rather than fighting for her memories or helping a friend. Man-made bio weapons have threatened the world, and the Witch has taken on the job of stopping them.
Pre-order Details and Different Price Options
The Nintendo Direct trailer also revealed pre-order details stating that Bayonetta 3 pre-order is now available on the Nintendo eShop.
Enthusiastic fans and gamers can can pre-order the game at several retailers and digitally as well right through Nintendo Switch. Given below are some pre-order options and any available bonuses with their prices:
- Masquerade Edition: This special edition comes with a physical copy of the game, an art book, and alternative art covers that can be put in the box sleeve. It is available for $89.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop.
- Standard Edition: A physical Standard Edition can be pre-ordered from Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart, and more for $59.99.
- Digital Edition: The price is the same, at $59.99, for the Digital Edition. It is available through the Nintendo eShop. There are no known bonuses at this time, but it does allow players to pre-load the game and the purchase is eligible for up to 300 Gold Points.
The trailer also showcased a handful of supporting characters that will assist the Umbra Witch in defeating the evil invaders.
Bayonetta 3 Supporting Cast Of Characters
The Nintendo Direct trailer introduced some supporting characters that will fight alongside the Umbra Witch as she fights to save the world. Given below are some of the supporting characters:
- Luka: Described as a “driven journalist.”
- Jeanne: Another Umbra Witch, described as the “Platinum Witch.”
- Viola: A new ally described as the “Untested Firebrand.”
Besides the ones listed above, additional supporting characters will also feature be in the game based on the trailer. They could easily be story characters rather than fighters.
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