According to a well-known Chinese insider, the Japanese studio PlatinumGames may currently be working on three separate game projects. The source, who previously published early details about Ninja Gaiden 4, is the origin of the latest report.
The leaks claim that two of the projects are remakes: one of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance and another of the original Bayonetta. In addition to those remakes, the insider says PlatinumGames is preparing a brand-new entry in the Bayonetta series built on Unreal Engine 5.
If the information is accurate, the planned Bayonetta sequel would introduce a notable gameplay change: the protagonist would gain a shield-based parry mechanic that lets her block and reflect enemy attacks. Developers are reportedly aiming to lower the overall difficulty compared with previous entries so that the series becomes more accessible to a broader, more casual audience.
The same report suggests the new Bayonetta project will have a production budget on the scale of major contemporary single-player action titles, drawing a comparison to the budget of Final Fantasy XVI. No release windows, platforms, or official confirmations have been provided.
As with all leaks, these claims should be treated cautiously until PlatinumGames or the rights holders issue an official announcement. The information comes from a single insider source and remains unverified publicly.