Games Like Bayonetta

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Character Action Game 20% ★, Spectacle fighter 17.8% ★, Great Soundtrack 11.6%, Sexual Content 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: If you want the closest modern counterpart to Bayonetta's stylish combo-chasing combat, DMC5 is the gold standard on Steam.

The smash-hit stylish action game DMC4 is back and better than ever, boasting new playable characters and game modes!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.4%, Character Action Game 22.3% ★, Spectacle fighter 20% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its launcher-heavy combat, multiple playable characters, and emphasis on mastery make it one of the most Bayonetta-like action games available.

The popular stylish action games Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2, and Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition return in one collection!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.3%, Character Action Game 18.9% ★, Spectacle fighter 17.8% ★, Great Soundtrack 11%, Classic 7.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: This collection gives you the foundational character-action classics—especially DMC3—that directly shaped Bayonetta's combo-driven design.

Developed by Kojima Productions and PlatinumGames, METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory with an all-new action experience. The game seamlessly melds pure action and epic story-telling that surrounds Raiden – a child soldier transformed into a half-human, half-cyborg ninja who...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.2%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Spectacle fighter 20.5% ★, Character Action Game 14.9% ★, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same kind of absurd spectacle, high-speed melee combat, and score-worthy boss fights that make Bayonetta so memorable.

In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.8%, Spectacle fighter 20.5% ★, Character Action Game 14% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more streamlined than classic DMC, it still nails the stylish juggles, weapon swapping, and flashy set-piece energy Bayonetta fans crave.

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.9%, Spectacle fighter 17.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 14.5%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Character Action Game 8.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: Another Platinum-led action game, it mixes slick dodges, fluid weapon chains, and unforgettable boss spectacle with a strong sci-fi mood.

Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.7%, Character Action Game 19.7% ★, Spectacle fighter 17.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 17.1%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish presentation, expressive combo system, and performance-based combat capture Bayonetta's playful showmanship even with a rhythm twist.

PlatinumGames’ revolutionary sci-fi action shooter slide-boosts onto PC. Battle legions of future-tech enemies using a vast arsenal of weapons, including all DLC. Fully unlocked framerate and gorgeous HD resolutions up to 4K. The definitive way to play: war has accelerated.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 23.4%, Character Action Game 19.6% ★, Action 15%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Though it's a shooter, its Platinum pedigree shows in the ultra-fast movement, aggressive scoring, and over-the-top cinematic combat flow.

Dash, evade, and smash your way to the truth as the corporate spy, Asaru; or the reckless CIA agent, Amelia! Uncover the dark secrets of the Negabot mega corporation as you save the company from a hostile takeover. Assault Spy is a stylish, fast paced, pure-action game with a dash of comedy.

Why similar: Character Action Game 35.9% ★, Hack and Slash 25.6%, Spectacle fighter 25% ★, Action 9%, Anime 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: This indie is one of the purest modern character-action games on Steam, with air combos, cancels, rankings, and clear Bayonetta/DMC DNA.

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 24.4% ★, Character Action Game 24.1% ★, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Beat 'em up 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Soulstice is a modern love letter to old-school character-action games, built around flashy combos, ranks, and relentless enemy pressure.

Get ready for some seriously stylish action from renowned designer SUDA51. In this exclusive version for PC, players will be slicing, dicing, and shooting as the suave executioner Mondo Zappa. Prepare for the thrill of love and kill in KILLER IS DEAD!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35%, Character Action Game 20.4% ★, Spectacle fighter 16.6% ★, Action 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Bayonetta's surreal style, sexy attitude, and flashy sword combat, even if the mechanics are a bit rougher.

Lead an army of 100 Wonderful Ones from around the world in this Unite Action spectacular!

Why similar: Character Action Game 26.3% ★, Spectacle fighter 23.8% ★, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Beat 'em up 8.2%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is PlatinumGames spectacle in another form, with massive set pieces, high-energy pacing, and combat that rewards learning its systems.

Onechanbara Z2: Chaos is the latest entry in the Onechanbara series. Two sets of buxom vampire sisters battle through over a dozen stages of high-octane real-time swordplay. Fight off the invasion in gruesome detail, occasionally transforming into a demon for short bursts of added power and speed.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.6%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Nudity 15%, Sexual Content 11.8%, Spectacle fighter 7.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: It leans hard into campy excess, quick weapon-based action, and combo-focused combat in a way Bayonetta fans may appreciate.

Slash your way through a futuristic Earth overrun with ruthless mutants and powerful robots. Now including ‘Rebirth Project,’ the all-new rogue-lite side mission that can be accessed from the main menu! (DLC installation is required.)

Why similar: Character Action Game 28.5% ★, Spectacle fighter 27.9% ★, Hack and Slash 25.5%, Action 6.1%, Third Person 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its clean weapon-switching melee system and focus on stylish combo routes make it a strong pick for Bayonetta combat-first players.

To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the sword fighting action game series Onee Chanbara, the events of THE Onee Chanbara and THE Onee Chanbara 2 have been completely remade in full HD. The evolution of this high-speed action game cannot be missed!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.7%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action 11.7%, Sexual Content 10.1%, Character Action Game 8.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: For players who like Bayonetta's mix of sexy presentation and arcade-like sword combat, this is a much closer fit than most fanservice action games.

The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33%, Hack and Slash 24.5%, Character Action Game 12.8% ★, Nudity 8.9%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It is less mechanically rich than Automata, but it still offers stylish action, a strong soundtrack, and emotionally charged spectacle.

Take on the role of a warrior maiden forced to hunt down her best friend, who has stolen a sacred demon blade. Immerse yourself in the tale of a deadly feud between two old friends and the demonic sword tearing them apart―told through high-speed action!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.7%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Spectacle fighter 13.3% ★, Character Action Game 12.5% ★, Nudity 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This short indie strips things down to pure female-led sword action with dodge-centric combat and clear character-action inspirations.

Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.

Why similar: Character Action Game 46.7% ★, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Action 14.9%, Anime 9.8%, Adventure 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast psychic melee combat, aerial strings, and anime spectacle make it a good fit if you want stylish action with more RPG framing.

Fight your way to the top in this HD remaster of everyone's favorite assassin action game! As all-American otaku Travis Touchdown, use your trusty beam katana to hack-and-slash though the competition and claim the title of world's #1 assassin!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.5%, Beat 'em up 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Action 9.9%, Character Action Game 9.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: The combat is simpler, but its irreverent tone, memorable bosses, and stylish attitude make it a natural adjacent pick.

Bright Memory: Infinite is an all-new lightning-fast fusion of the FPS and action genres, created by FYQD-Studio. Combine a wide variety of skills and abilities to unleash dazzling combo attacks.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.9%, Sexual Content 27.4%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Action 11.8%, Gore 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It channels Bayonetta's flashy excess through a first-person gun-and-sword format with a female lead and constant momentum.

Ayumi, the gorgeous gun and sword-wielding treasure hunter, sets out on a journey to an ancient island in search of new adventures. While rich in bounty, the island is also filled with the magic of Chaos, being at the same time home to blood thirsty monsters.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.7%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, Spectacle fighter 13.3% ★, Character Action Game 9.6% ★, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is a rougher B-tier take on the same formula: female protagonist, flashy melee combat, and over-the-top fantasy action.

ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.7%, Female Protagonist 23.7%, Character Action Game 12.2% ★, Spectacle fighter 12.1% ★, Action 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Despite being 2D, it captures Bayonetta's brisk combo flow, constant movement, and stylish combat showmanship surprisingly well.

Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.8%, Female Protagonist 27.5%, Action 9.4%, Third Person 4.5%, Gore 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its dodge-centered combat and whip-heavy offense make it a better fit for Bayonetta fans than the heavier, more adventure-driven action games in the genre.

Continue the fight in the HD remaster of the second entry in everyone's favorite assassin action series! After falling down the ranks of the United Assassins Association, Travis Touchdown whips out his beam katana to reclaim his rightful spot at the top.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.1%, Beat 'em up 14.9%, Action 12.5%, Character Action Game 10.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its boss-focused pacing, flamboyant style, and arcade action mentality line up well with Bayonetta's love of personality and excess.

A young woman from the 21st century with sharp swordsmanship skills finds herself in Honnō-ji during the Sengoku period! Together with a trio of newfound ninja friends, she races through the Underworld beneath Honnō-ji, confronted by enraged corpses at every turn!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.7%, Spectacle fighter 26.9% ★, Hack and Slash 25.9%, Anime 6.4%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers flashy female-led melee action, fanservice, and over-the-top anime energy that overlaps with Bayonetta's more playful side.

Remember Me™ is a 3rd person action adventure where players take on the role of Nilin, a former elite memory hunter with the ability to break into people’s minds and steal or even alter their memories.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.7%, Great Soundtrack 18.8%, Action 12%, Hack and Slash 10%, Third Person 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its custom-combo system and female-led action-adventure structure make it a solid pick if you want stylish melee combat over pure spectacle.

From the ex-Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive team comes a janky love letter to PS2-era action. Play a week in the life of the Zombie Unit: an elite Hong Kong police squad carving through a corporate conspiracy in a storm of swordplay and gunfire. Stylish, brutal, and absolutely not for everyone.

Why similar: Character Action Game 34.1% ★, Hack and Slash 27.8%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Action 6%, Third Person 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its sword-and-gun combat, janky charm, and old-school action-game attitude can scratch the same itch if you mainly want flashy combat with edge.

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.1%, Spectacle fighter 19.4% ★, Character Action Game 18.2% ★, Action 9.5%, Gore 5.6%

Save the world or the life of one girl... I decide my destiny! The world was once ruled by the Nightｌord. In that world lived a Saint, destined to become a sacrifice to the Nightｌord, and a Holy Knight, with the power to use Servans. Take your Servans and fight accross "The Land Without Night" for the one you love!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.5%, Female Protagonist 25%, Sexual Content 10.3%, Nudity 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This one is a little slower and more RPG-leaning, but its stylish female-led action and demonic themes still make it a reasonable match.

The non-PC buxom shinobi of SENRAN KAGURA, the brawler series that’s as over-the-top with its fighting mechanics as it is with its gratuitous depictions of female ninja in various forms of undress, invade the PC realm for the first time in HD and 60fps glory.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22%, Nudity 20.2%, Sexual Content 16.7%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Anime 6.2%

A Tale of Three Beautiful Maidens Drawn to Each Other. When three friends, deceived and separated by the tricks of darkness, find each other again, their bond shall become the light that will clear away the shadows and guide them towards the truth...

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33%, Female Protagonist 22.8%, Sexual Content 10.9%, Nudity 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It blends female-led hack-and-slash combat, gothic style, and flashy anime action in a way that overlaps with Bayonetta's tone.

A sensual dark fantasy ARPG. Customize a stunning succubus with great body details, together with your companions fight intense combats with challenging bosses to get sexy outfits and powerful equipment, and between battles, chill and interact with your fellow maidens at the palace designed by you.

Why similar: Sexual Content 32.3%, Nudity 25.6%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Gore 3%

Experience the original SENRAN KAGURA Burst, the beginning of the world's best-loved buxom battle series, like never before! Tackle the classic ninja brawler from a whole new perspective in gorgeous, fluid HD, with new features and mechanics throughout!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.1%, Sexual Content 21.3%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Nudity 15.6%, Action 6.2%

An intense, gorgeous hack-and-slash action RPG from the Taimanin fame!

Why similar: Sexual Content 44.6%, Nudity 28.5%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Hack and Slash 8.8%, Anime 2.3%

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition is the complete edition of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.5%, Action 12.5%, Character Action Game 10.5% ★, Spectacle fighter 10.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.5%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.1%, Character Action Game 22.3% ★, Spectacle fighter 19.4% ★, Action 9.9%, Gore 8.7%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.3%, Character Action Game 22.1% ★, Spectacle fighter 13.5% ★, Action 8.7%, Gore 8%

Bright Memory is a lightning-fast fusion of the FPS and action genres, created by one-man development studio FYQD using Unreal Engine. Combine a wide variety of skills and abilities to unleash dazzling combo attacks.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.1%, Female Protagonist 26%, Sexual Content 14.4%, Action 7.6%, Nudity 6.1%

Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.3%, Female Protagonist 24.2%, Classic 16.8% ★, Action 6.7%, Adventure 5.3%

Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.8%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Nudity 8.8%, Action 8.6%, Beat 'em up 7.3%

Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33%, Hack and Slash 27.4%, Action 8.9%, Fantasy 7.4%, Third Person 6.8%

The chainsaw-wielding cheerleader Juliet Starling returns in Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.8%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Spectacle fighter 19.1% ★, Sexual Content 8.2%, Action 6.5%

The ultimate DARKSIDERS II experience! 1080p native resolution. Reworked and tuned game balancing and loot distribution. Improved Graphic Render Engine for even higher visual quality, lighting and shadows. Improved and reworked level, character and environment graphics.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45%, Spectacle fighter 13.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Action 11.4%, Third Person 5%

Catherine: a tale of love, betrayal, and the terror of commitment. Experience the mature action-adventure-puzzle game unlike any other from the makers of the Persona series, now enhanced for PC in all its Classic glory. Is love over? Climb to the top or die trying.

Why similar: Sexual Content 45.4%, Nudity 27.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Anime 7.6%, Gore 3.1%

"Haydee" is a hardcore old-style metroidvania mixed with modern-day third person shooter and platformer mechanics. As well as a sexy character.

Why similar: Sexual Content 42%, Nudity 28.5%, Female Protagonist 24.5%, Action 2.4%, Singleplayer 1%

Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 34.6%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Great Soundtrack 13.3%, Anime 11.8%, Action 9.1%

Slay to the rhythm of metal and vengeance on an infernal journey through the eight Hells. Make them fear the beat. Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm FPS bursting with demons, badass weapons, and heavy metal music.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 52.4%, Action 19.4%, Fantasy 8.9%, Singleplayer 7%, Adventure 6.5%

In X-Blades, the player takes on the role of the enchanting heroine Ayumi, who survives a breathtaking dance of blades through the Hordes of Darkness. The long-haired beautiful anime, with her pistol blades and mind-blowing leaps, whirls and swirls from one fantastic level to the next.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.7%, Female Protagonist 22%, Action 13.6%, Nudity 11.7%, Character Action Game 10.7% ★

Behold the fierce blend of "Warriors" and "Berserk"!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.7%, Sexual Content 18.8%, Nudity 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Action 8.4%

Ready to die? Experience the newest brutal action game from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. In the age of samurai, a lone traveler lands on the shores of Japan. He must fight his way through the vicious warriors and supernatural Yokai that infest the land in order to find that which he seeks.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 50.8%, Action 17.2%, Nudity 10.2%, Third Person 7.9%, Difficult 4.2%

Bring more than your fists to the fight! Featuring all-new battle mechanics and characters, SOULCALIBUR VI marks a new era of the historic franchise. Welcome back to the stage of history!

Why similar: Action 23.5%, Nudity 20.5%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Sexual Content 10%

Become a demonic priestess of lust and use her unique skills to take revenge on your enemies. Regain your kingdom making hell tremble under your hooves! Leave no one alive if they won't bend the knee.

Why similar: Sexual Content 40.9%, Nudity 29.5%, Female Protagonist 17%, Gore 6.3%, Action 3.5%

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of Rayne’s second adventure: a blood-soaked rampage of vengeance against the Cult of Kagan, a group led by Rayne's half-siblings that seek to carry out their father Kagan's legacy by creating a new era of vampire supremacy.

Why similar: Character Action Game 25.1% ★, Spectacle fighter 18.1% ★, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Sexual Content 9%

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.7%, Female Protagonist 26.2%, Action 14.2%, Gore 5.2%, Great Soundtrack 4.6%

"Bikini Warriors, Slay the Orcs!" Brutal orcs have taken over the resort city. Now, the enraged bikini warriors strike back. A hot and exhilarating hack-and-slash action experience! The secret story of the six bikini warriors begins.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.3%, Sexual Content 19.6%, Female Protagonist 18%, Spectacle fighter 12.3% ★, Beat 'em up 10.6%

It's finally here! The survival action game that pits the strong against the weak is finally on PC! Experience all the heart-thumping action with a silky-smooth frame rate and ultra high resolution. How you make the best of the weapons, armor, and items at your disposal will determine your fate in the ever-changing "Tower of Barbs!

Why similar: Sexual Content 23.1%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Nudity 19.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Gore 8.9%

Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.2%, Hack and Slash 30.2%, Sexual Content 20.4%, Action 7.9%, Third Person 5.3%