You can't say PlatinumGames doesn't know to strike while the iron is hot. Just as fans are still reeling from the doozy of a conclusion to Bayonetta 3, which came out to positive reviews in October, the long-time series developer and Nintendo was present at The Game Awards to announce a franchise first - Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon.
The first in what we can presume is a potential subseries, Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is the first Bayonetta prequel and will step away from the usual formula. You won't find the established combat actions here. Instead, the prequel will have a cel-shaded art style and an isometric camera angle. The game is reminiscent of the Viola chapters from Bayonetta 3, complete with Cheshire, who was Viola's only summon in the game.
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