Bayonetta 2
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About the Game
Bayonetta 2 brings PlatinumGames’ fast, expressive combat to Wii U in a sequel built around spectacle, precision and replayable score chasing. When Jeanne’s soul is dragged into Inferno, Bayonetta sets out to recover it, crossing the sacred mountain of Fimbulventr while clashes between Paradiso and Inferno spill into the human world. The story moves quickly through city streets, airborne set pieces and otherworldly realms, pairing extravagant action with the series’ irreverent tone.
Gameplay & Progression
Combat links punches, kicks, gunfire and equipped weapons into flowing combinations. A last-second dodge triggers Witch Time, slowing enemies long enough to reposition or extend a combo. Bayonetta can spend a full magic gauge on Umbran Climax, temporarily strengthening her attacks with summoned demonic limbs. Encounters reward timing, variety and avoiding damage, then grade performance with medals that encourage repeat runs. Hidden Muspelheim challenges, collectibles and optional battles reward careful exploration between the major fights, while earned currency unlocks techniques, weapons and accessories that support different play styles.
Wii U Features & Current Play
The Wii U edition supports traditional button controls as well as an optional touch-control scheme on the GamePad, and it can be played away from the television through Off-TV Play. Its campaign and local progression remain offline experiences for one player. The original Tag Climax mode offered two-player online cooperative battles, but Nintendo ended official Wii U online play on April 8, 2024, so that mode is no longer available through Nintendo’s service. The Wii U eShop also no longer accepts new purchases; this physical disc remains the practical way to play this edition on original hardware.
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for Bayonetta 2 | Nintendo Wii U.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | Nintendo Co., Ltd. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | PlatinumGames Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Nintendo of America Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Cutscenes by | U'Den Flame Works Co., Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Motion Capture by | Toei Zukun Laboratory | United States | MobyGames |
| Additional Sound by | Soundelux Design Music Group | United States | MobyGames |
| Additional Sound by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | United States | MobyGames |
| Voice Production by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | United States | MobyGames |
| Voice Recording by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | United States | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Audiokinetic Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | United States | MobyGames |
| Testing by | Mario Club, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Published by | Nintendo Co., Ltd. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | PlatinumGames Inc. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Nintendo of America Inc. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Cutscenes by | U'Den Flame Works Co., Inc. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Motion Capture by | Toei Zukun Laboratory | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Additional Sound by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Additional Sound by | Soundelux Design Music Group | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Voice Production by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Voice Recording by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Audiokinetic Inc. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Testing by | Mario Club, Inc. | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| Published by | Nintendo Co., Ltd. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | PlatinumGames Inc. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | LATAMEL Distribuidora S. de R.L. de C.V. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Cutscenes by | U'Den Flame Works Co., Inc. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Motion Capture by | Toei Zukun Laboratory | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Additional Sound by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Additional Sound by | Soundelux Design Music Group | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Voice Production by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Voice Recording by | Formosa Interactive, LLC | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Sound Engine by | Audiokinetic Inc. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Testing by | Mario Club, Inc. | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| Media Type | Download | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Media Type | Wii U Optical Disc | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Classic Controller | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | GamePad | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Touch Screen | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Wii Remote | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Wii U Pro Controller | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Options | Internet | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Co-Op | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1 Player | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Number of Online Players | 2 Players | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Miiverse | Wii U | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
| Genre | Action & Adventure | North America | PriceCharting |
| Developer | Platinum Games | North America | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 2 game discs | North America | PriceCharting |
| ESRB rating | Mature | North America | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | North America | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Nintendo | North America | PriceCharting |
| Developer | PlatinumGames | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Genre | Action & Adventure | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Nintendo | PAL | PriceCharting |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-09-24 | United States | MobyGames |
| 2014-10-24 | United States; eShop release | MobyGames |
| 2014-10-24 | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| 2014-10-24 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| 2014-10-24 | North America | PriceCharting |
| October 24, 2014 | North America | PriceCharting |
| October 24, 2014 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Media PN | WUP-P-AQUE-USA-0 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 045496904210 | United States | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 219308121 | United States | MobyGames |
| Nintendo Media PN | WUP P-AQUE-USA-0 | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 045496904210 | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 219308121 | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B01AC3ZE46 | Mexico; retail release | MobyGames |
| upc | 045496903466 | North America | PriceCharting |
| asin | B00DC7G1WE | North America | PriceCharting |
| epid | 175945209 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 045496333720 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| asin | B00BCWYRJA | PAL | PriceCharting |
| ean | 045496333720 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| asin | B00BCWYRJA | PAL | PriceCharting |
Data by MobyGames.com · Catalog data: PriceCharting
