In the US, the ESRB rates Bayonetta 2 as M for Mature for those 17 and over, with content descriptors for Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Partial Nudity, Strong Language, and Suggestive Themes.

Why is Bayonetta 1 rated M?

Although this game is fictional, you do play as a witch battling the forces of Heaven. As previously mentioned, Bayonetta is rated “Mature” by the ESRB for “Blood and Gore,” “Intense Violence,” “Partial Nudity,” “Strong Language,” and “Suggestive Themes” and for very good reason.

Why does Bayonetta have short hair?

In discussions with Hashimoto and Kamiya, it was decided that Bayonetta was in the mood for something short this time and a more "masculine" look to her appearance (yes, you read that right): She's still wearing black, and I think her shorter hair gives her a generally more masculine look.