Bayonetta: Bloody Fate English Sub & Dub

About Bayonetta: Bloody Fate

Here is what Bayonetta: Bloody Fate (ベヨネッタ ブラッディフェイト) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, fantasy and supernatural anime by GONZO and Toei Animation (2013). The setup: Based on the 2009 game, Bayonetta: Bloody Fate follows the story of the witch Bayonetta, as she defeats the blood-thirsty Angels and tries to remember her past from before the time she awoke, 20 years ago. Along her side are an unexplained little girl who keeps calling her "Mummy", a journalist that holds a personal grudge against Bayonetta and an unknown white-haired woman who seems to know more than she is willing to reveal about.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight.

It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 1 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with GONZO and Toei Animation, which means the visual identity of Bayonetta: Bloody Fate follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.4/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. It aired in 2013, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.