Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 356 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 299 out of 356
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 356
  3. Negative: 30 out of 356
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  1. T.Haroldson
    Aug 17, 2006
    0
    This game was obviously thrown straight over to the PC without even testing before it was sent out to the factory. Unplayable, poor graphics on a monitor, and just an abysmal game. I'm sure it would be better on the PS2 which is what it should have stayed on.
  2. GPReS
    Mar 10, 2012
    10
    Even now the game with help of some actions looks great on HD screens, the OST is simply one of the best and the story is really cool. And the fighting - ummmmm, it is simply PERFECT!!!
  3. MaxF.
    Jul 27, 2006
    0
    This is probably an awesome game on the PS2, but the PC version is abysmal. Everything about it screams 3 interns were given a week to hammer out a working port.
  4. NicholasS.
    Jul 15, 2007
    8
    The graphics may be worse than the ps2, but it's still great. The fast pace action is really nice and If you have a analog controller the control will be nice also. (if u dont have 1 then u need to get one). The battle system is awesome, enemies are awesome, boss fights are awesome. The only lack is of the intense puzzles that u would find in dmc1.
  5. MitchO.
    Feb 8, 2008
    9
    This is one of my overall favorite games of all time. I can see why the PS2 version is superior. But this is still awesome!
  6. DavidB.
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    Really good game. I enjoy watching dante make all those SUPER COOL moves. The argument is pretty cool too and it helps to understand DMC 1. A lot of new content and 1 new character make of this game a gem that you must play.
  7. S.T.A.R.SPunisher
    Jul 9, 2006
    10
    This is one of the greatest games i've ever played. It it fun, has great graphics, and doesnt cost too much money.
  8. Novi4ekNone
    Aug 26, 2006
    10
    good game
  9. gamemaster06
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    Screw the thing that controls are wierd. But the game kicks ass, its very creative and interactive to play. If you like games with rad slashing ... get it now!!!
  10. NeilP.
    Jul 22, 2007
    9
    Ive never had the opportunity to play this games on the ps2. Its the first game in the series i have played and i am absolutly loving it. I think its great!!
  11. NabeelH.
    Jun 18, 2007
    10
    It is bloody wicked! the slashing with the swords is TOTALLY awesome.
  12. kailip
    Dec 29, 2011
    9
    This is a terrible port, alright. But it's terrible on one way only: The controls. If you have a gamepad, you're ready to go. If you google how to config your controller and use xpadder to make your controller's triggers work, there is absolutely NO problem. Also, always play on 4:3 resolutions, and if your screen is too big, use windowed mode. Well then, with this in mind, the game is theThis is a terrible port, alright. But it's terrible on one way only: The controls. If you have a gamepad, you're ready to go. If you google how to config your controller and use xpadder to make your controller's triggers work, there is absolutely NO problem. Also, always play on 4:3 resolutions, and if your screen is too big, use windowed mode. Well then, with this in mind, the game is the same as the PS2 one. So yeah, it's EPIC, One of the best hack'n'slash games EVER made. Good story, awesome cutscenes, the game is hard as hell and has the best bosses I've ever seen in a game. It's not a retarded button mash game, it actually requires skill, focus and reflexes, you have to learn how to play it to be good at it. It deserves a 10/10, but... Even if the problems can be fixed, they're still there, I can't give a 10/10 to a port with some problems. 9/10 is the perfect score for this game on PC. The PS2 version is an easy 10/10.… Expand
  13. BryanN.
    Jul 13, 2006
    8
    A typical Capcom game with spectacular visuals and well animated movie clips. The storyline was intriguing to keep playing non stop and boss battles were awesome with some cool moves for Dante.
  14. Barlog
    May 31, 2007
    8
    Fools.... this game is very, very good... Have you installed the latest patch and bought a very good joypad? No? So don't vote till you play with them.
  15. MattD.
    Jun 18, 2007
    3
    This game has the most amount of bugs i've ever seen; and at 1680x1050 it looks so bad it makes your eyes bleed. As for the controls don't even get me started i feel betrayed.
  16. BlaineF.
    Jun 27, 2007
    10
    This is such a good gmae I love the battle system and its music and some of the attacks you could use. I had fun playing it and good graphics.
  17. JannikV.
    Jan 2, 2008
    10
    Great geame with great fun! I love the fighting system and if you have a analog controller you won't have any difficulties with the controls.
  18. CooterPatooter
    Feb 29, 2012
    3
    This game is literally the worst port I have ever seen. No graphics tweaks/improvements to take advantage of PC technology, completely unplayable with mouse and keyboard, absolutely no assistance with what-button-does-what when using a gamepad, no programmed way to exit the game (gotta hit Alt-F5? Seriously???), graphically buggy, clunkily difficult to navigate interface, zero newThis game is literally the worst port I have ever seen. No graphics tweaks/improvements to take advantage of PC technology, completely unplayable with mouse and keyboard, absolutely no assistance with what-button-does-what when using a gamepad, no programmed way to exit the game (gotta hit Alt-F5? Seriously???), graphically buggy, clunkily difficult to navigate interface, zero new features (why's it called "Special Edition, exactly?) and visually ugly, ugly, UGLY! The accusation made by many that this game was probably ported to PC by a few interns over a weekend is not just an attempt at humor... it's very likely true! Everything about DMC3SE is a pitch-perfect lesson on how NOT to port a title. HOWEVER... If you can get the game to run and deal with the disgraceful learning curve, there is a stupendously fun action game to be had here. I had oodles of fun battling demons and listening to Dante's big-headed banter. The writing and voice acting is about what you'd expect from a Japanese title... or perhaps slightly better than normal. If I had played this on PS2, I would've given it a solid 7 or maybe even an 8, but I'm forced to review this title as-is... which is to say a fun game inside of an abysmally atrocious port. For shame, Capcom!… Expand
  19. TomA.M.
    Jun 15, 2007
    1
    What? It feels like playing a burned PS2 game, on a lame emulator. I never figured out the controls, and on top of that, the graphics sucks. Good Lord, how are they planning on selling this sh.t.. But I will admit it Dante's pistols made the game better.
  20. TaharattheDarkSIde
    Feb 3, 2007
    9
    Very Cool Game! This was the first time I played DMC and utterly enjoyed it. Dante's so cool and so stylish. Though the bosses are a bit tough but Overall this game Deserves real credit. Great Job Capcom I hope DMC 4 is just as god as this one.
  21. DanielJ.
    Jul 4, 2006
    10
    Althought the DMC3SE is not compatibile with all gamepads, this is the best action game for a PC game that I have play it, with a story and actions for every battle that makes you want to play again for over and over.
  22. ConstantineS.
    Aug 26, 2006
    10
    It's realy COOL game. I'm absolutly crazy about it!! Capcom rulez!!! I want play DMC4!
  23. PresidentBob
    Jun 17, 2007
    0
    Crap. utterly crap. dont even bother buying this: instead, go buy it for the Playstation 2. anyone whose given this higher than a 4 obviously hasnt played the PS2 version, or is a DMC fanboy. or is just obsessed that Dante can look cool. do yourself a favor. buy this where it belongs. the PS2. {side note. the controls are about as responsive as roadkill.}
  24. P.A.
    Jun 20, 2007
    10
    This game is a VERY GOOD game! The hardest I ever played! I like challange.
  25. Rayman225
    Mar 23, 2013
    10
    Is that hard to release the HD collection for PC?
    I think capcom should release the HD collection for PC(With a better PC port)
    Make this happen CAPCOM!!!
  26. Leinad177
    Feb 5, 2008
    10
    Best game ever...I seriously want to slap though idiots who gave it a bad rating.
  27. robert01
    Nov 3, 2011
    1
    So I wasted my money on this game that was clearly ported for the sake of wasting peoples time. Anyone that actually gave this game a rating >1 needs to go out and try it on the PS2, that was a good release of this game. I have never seen a game ported so poorly.

    The graphics weren't enhanced to work on > 4:3 resolutions, the controls weren't ported over at all, and if you are using a    So I wasted my money on this game that was clearly ported for the sake of wasting peoples time. Anyone that actually gave this game a rating >1 needs to go out and try it on the PS2, that was a good release of this game. I have never seen a game ported so poorly.

    The graphics weren't enhanced to work on > 4:3 resolutions, the controls weren't ported over at all, and if you are using a controller that isn't 5 years old, have fun getting it to work at all without losing a large portion of your sanity.

    I gave it a 1 because I remembered what it was like on the PS2. I should have just decided to play it on that instead of wasting my time and money with this clearly poor port.    … Expand
  28. suneater
    Jan 18, 2013
    0
    DMC3 is one of the best action games ever but somehow Capcom ruined it for the PC and made one of the worst ports possible. This version is a direct 1:1 port of the console version and is impossible to play. I have tried every gamepad config option through both the game's choices and MotioninJoy's emulated controllers and none of them work properly. Either the buttons refuse to map inDMC3 is one of the best action games ever but somehow Capcom ruined it for the PC and made one of the worst ports possible. This version is a direct 1:1 port of the console version and is impossible to play. I have tried every gamepad config option through both the game's choices and MotioninJoy's emulated controllers and none of them work properly. Either the buttons refuse to map in game, axis' are reversed/swapped, or the controller just isn't reconized. I have a PS3 controller and it works with every other gamepad game I've played before. Yes, keyboard controls are technically possible but ridiculously cumbersome considering the control scheme.

    Even if my gamepad worked, the game starts off windowed and max rez on my 1920x1080 monitor is 1280x960, with all other options being 4:3 and no widescreen support. All cutscenes are heavily compressed and look significantly worse than the console versions. Actual gameplay looks better but considering that I can't play it kind of ruins the experience.

    Pick this up on PS2 or use an emu instead because this is unplayable. I love this game on PS2 but because it's so unplayable on PC I'm giving it a 0.    … Expand
  29. Steeldude
    Oct 13, 2014
    6
    Either I suck at gaming or this game is hard as hell. Especially Nevan is super hard in my eyes. Gameplay-wise, it's not a very good port and the storyline is worse than in DMC4.
  30. MarcusV.
    Jul 16, 2007
    1
    This game set 2 new personal records with me: I've never uninstalled a game before even applying the most recent patch until now, and I've never thrown any of my original game discs away until now. Absolute trash.
  31. AleksanderS.
    Jan 21, 2008
    0
    This game is useless! I am sure it's great on the PS2 but this port is just fucking useless! Don't buy this crap for your PC!
  32. Shenmue
    Sep 19, 2013
    10
    Great game, a little aggrieved when porting to the PC in terms of graphics and buggy gamepad, but with the ability to use third-party software, control is easily adjusted.
  33. Signas501
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    The game takes place at the beginning of the Devil May Cry timeline, giving us a cheeky younger Dante who embarks on a quest to stop his twin brother Vergil from conquering the human world with a demon made tower named Temin-Ni-Gru. Dante faces several threats through his adventure, gaining several new devil arms and unique Styles, constantly moving to new locations. Several collectables,The game takes place at the beginning of the Devil May Cry timeline, giving us a cheeky younger Dante who embarks on a quest to stop his twin brother Vergil from conquering the human world with a demon made tower named Temin-Ni-Gru. Dante faces several threats through his adventure, gaining several new devil arms and unique Styles, constantly moving to new locations. Several collectables, new costumes and modes, including another Bloody Palace.… Expand
  34. Panica3643D
    Jun 16, 2018
    8
    Отличная игра в серии, в которой всё выполнено на высоком уровне.
  35. FireSpark_
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    OH YEAH MOTIVATED
    (ставь лукасоса если тупа рофлируешь с дэбилов не умеющих настроить игру)
  36. KingJailson
    May 10, 2018
    7
    A optimização não é das melhores, primeiramente que os controles são cagados (que diabos vc da load game com ESC ?), jogar em teclado é uma ♥♥♥♥♥ mesmo configurando os controles ainda continua ruim. pessoal reclama que não da pra jogar tela cheia, mas pra jogar em tela cheia faça ctrl + alt + enter, e mesmo assim não resolve, pois a resolução maxima é apenas 1400 x 1050 (o que é ruim praA optimização não é das melhores, primeiramente que os controles são cagados (que diabos vc da load game com ESC ?), jogar em teclado é uma ♥♥♥♥♥ mesmo configurando os controles ainda continua ruim. pessoal reclama que não da pra jogar tela cheia, mas pra jogar em tela cheia faça ctrl + alt + enter, e mesmo assim não resolve, pois a resolução maxima é apenas 1400 x 1050 (o que é ruim pra alguns mas pra mim não incomoda). tambem que durante as batalhas algumas musicas que rola o som buga, trava o som

    Bom apesar desses problemas, eu ainda consigo me divertir jogando DMC 3 Special Edition de PC, e sempre será meu DMC Favorito    … Expand
  37. ElCucuy
    Apr 1, 2019
    8
    In 2003, I probably would have put the maximum score, but today the game is outdated and is inferior to its competitors in the genre, including the 2013 restart. I went through this game for the first time after the restart, so I can objectively evaluate this game, without a drop of nostalgia. The combat system is better, deeper and more diverse than in the restart of 2013, the plot isIn 2003, I probably would have put the maximum score, but today the game is outdated and is inferior to its competitors in the genre, including the 2013 restart. I went through this game for the first time after the restart, so I can objectively evaluate this game, without a drop of nostalgia. The combat system is better, deeper and more diverse than in the restart of 2013, the plot is interesting and can cause surprise, but otherwise it is shamelessly outdated and in some components causes irritation, for example, in a terrible camera and control, a dull game design that cuts an eye after the visual feast of the game of 2013 and angry regular backtracking, which destroys the pace of the game, which for the genre slasher is a critical drawback. It is also necessary to note the port of the game on the PC, which, perhaps, is the worst port on the PC, which I have seen.

    Despite all the above disadvantages, my rating is 8 out of 10. I consider it necessary to make a discount because of the release date of the game.    … Expand
  38. RicardoItalo
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Gameplay/history i love so much this game its my favorite of framchise
    The controls in pc is bad i recomend to use joystick use emulators to play using generic controls
    i recommend this game
  39. Zallen
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    История становления Дантеса или гачи разборки семьи Спарды на 10 часов комбо секса.

    Из минусов: - предпоследний босс файт, фикально-пурпурная трешь масса приправленная подсосной механикой Вергилия в удел кастрирования самого Данте. - лвл дизайн, периодически растягивает игру и троллит страдающих географическим кретинизмом. Из плюсов: - сюжет, сказ о великой любви двух братьев и    История становления Дантеса или гачи разборки семьи Спарды на 10 часов комбо секса.

    Из минусов:
    - предпоследний босс файт, фикально-пурпурная трешь масса приправленная подсосной механикой Вергилия в удел кастрирования самого Данте.
    - лвл дизайн, периодически растягивает игру и троллит страдающих географическим кретинизмом.

    Из плюсов:
    - сюжет, сказ о великой любви двух братьев и семейных дрязгах ценой опиздюливания всего мира с "вот это ПОВОРОТНЫМИ ПОВОРОТАМИ" в повествовании.
    - геймплей, чистокровный слешер для элиты своего времени, который бросает вызовы и задает челендж на любой цвет мозолей пальцев после выдрачивания комбо.
    - оружие, всё уникальное и по своему юзабилити, каждый новый анигилятор демонов хочется как минимум попробовать, а после внести POWER по максимуму.
    - боссы, разнообразные и в меру сильные, к каждому свой подход, своя стратегия, все запоминаются, а большинство вызывает желание вернуться и прописать пиздейшн еще раз.
    - музыка, отдельное произведение искусства, которое задает и атмосферу локациям и драйв происходящему, порой даже до мурашек.

    9ть "слез Дантеса" из 10ти.    … Expand
  40. Joe2539
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    Very Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good
  41. Naked_Snakee
    Mar 27, 2023
    8
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.

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Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. games(TM)
    80
    There’s more new content than you’d usually find in a Special Edition. [May 2006, p.128]
  2. PC Format
    72
    Just don't blame us for the clumsy controls, dodgy camera angles and ultra-frustrating gameplay. [Sept 2006, p.104]
  3. PC Zone UK
    68
    DMC3 has a few conversion issues - low-res textures and fiddly joypad setting-up - and lack of quicksaves can be infuriating when you have to begin a boss battle all over again, but overall it's infernal fun. [Oct 2006, p.78]
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