Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Mar 1, 2005
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  • Summary: Devil May Cry 3 unfolds an earlier chapter in Dante's history, before the original Devil May Cry, to the fateful clash between Sparda's twin sons, divided by the divergence of their chosen paths. Along the way, Dante encounters formidable foes and unusual characters including a mysteriousDevil May Cry 3 unfolds an earlier chapter in Dante's history, before the original Devil May Cry, to the fateful clash between Sparda's twin sons, divided by the divergence of their chosen paths. Along the way, Dante encounters formidable foes and unusual characters including a mysterious man named Arkham and a female hunter named Lady whose mission is to take down all demons, including Dante. These precursory events disclose the complex roots of Dante's character and reveal insight into his clouded past. In addition to its strong roots, the game increases the intensity of gameplay with a new "style" system, which adds an additional level of depth. Depending on preference, players can choose to use short-range, long-range, defensive or evasive play styles. Each system has its own range of gameplay features and players can choose to power up their favorite style for increased special attack abilities. [Capcom]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 60
  3. Negative: 1 out of 60
  1. RewiredMind
    100
    The best action game on the current generation of systems; it has everything you could ever want in such a title within the genre – including the most important facet of all, depth – and lots of it too.
  2. GameSpot AU
    92
    That killer axe is just one of the many weapons you'll get to take on hell's minions, and epitomises the game succinctly - oh-so stylish, over the top and yet fiendlishly difficult to master.
  3. PSX Extreme
    90
    A crazy mix of the first two Devil May Cry titles, with a bit of innovation and a more upbeat Dante. The action is flawless.
  4. Siliconera
    88
    While not the most innovative game, Devil May Cry 3 has all of the slick combat you would expect out of the title.
  5. Games Radar
    82
    DMC3 is truly hardcore and seriously challenging but partly at the expense of being playable and fun. [GamesMaster]
  6. The Sydney Morning Herald
    80
    The dialogue and plot are as cheesy as the pizza Dante gobbles while slicing baddies but the presentation is astonishing.
  7. Computer Games Magazine
    30
    As ridiculous and entrenched as its name. [June 2005, p.87]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 94 out of 112
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 112
  3. Negative: 13 out of 112
  1. YHWH
    Aug 26, 2012
    10
    Perfect balance between gameplay, difficulty, and graphics.

    10/10 game. Anyone that doesn't like it is an americna crybaby that can't get    Perfect balance between gameplay, difficulty, and graphics.

    10/10 game. Anyone that doesn't like it is an americna crybaby that can't get past stage 1.    … Expand
  2. JohnS.
    Aug 23, 2005
    10
    Kicks god of war's ass hard.
  4. Max_Spidey
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    [PT-BR] Depois de um segundo jogo medíocre,já estava na hora de Devil May Cry voltar a ter destaque,e isso aconteceu em Devil May Cry 3,que[PT-BR] Depois de um segundo jogo medíocre,já estava na hora de Devil May Cry voltar a ter destaque,e isso aconteceu em Devil May Cry 3,que não só compensou toda a merda que foi Devil May Cry 2,como superou o primeiro jogo.
    Devil May Cry 3 é cronologicamente o primeiro jogo da franquia,e temos o Dante mais novo,ou seja,se o Dante Jovem adulto já era carismático,o Dante mais novo elevou isso ao extremo,ele basicamente é foda em tudo,pra atender o telefone,pra comer pizza,até tomando um tiro na testa ele é badass.
    Nesse game apresentaram melhor o Vergil,que aparece em Devil May Cry 1 como Nelo Angelo,e aí surgiu a discussão de qual é melhor,Dante ou Vergil,eu particularmente gosto mais do Vergil,hehe.
    Além do Vergil,vários personagens carismáticos foram apresentados no game,vários bosses incríveis,o enredo do jogo foi excelente,os combos ficaram FODAS,jogabilidade excelente.
    O jogo também é BEM difícil na versão original,que era absurda até no normal,na Special Edition deram uma nerfada,e a dificuldade diminuiu,mas ainda tem as dificuldades Hard,Very Hard e Dante Must Die,que dessa vez apresentam uma boa dificuldade.
    Enfim,o jogo compensou toda a cagada que foi Devil May Cry 2.    … Expand
  5. Juancho03
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    De los mejores hack and slash de la historia de los videojuegos, renovando cosas que hicieron grande al primer DMC
  6. Rox22
    Mar 29, 2013
    9
    A fantastic return to form. Perhaps a bit harsh with difficulty at times, but nothing that isn't doable. Great visuals, great narrative,A fantastic return to form. Perhaps a bit harsh with difficulty at times, but nothing that isn't doable. Great visuals, great narrative, action pact combat. Overall: I can sum up this games in three words: Dante has returned!… Expand
  7. MikeB.
    Mar 29, 2005
    9
    If you like a challenge, you'll love DMC3. It's one of the best action adventure games I've ever played. It is a difficult If you like a challenge, you'll love DMC3. It's one of the best action adventure games I've ever played. It is a difficult game, but it is also a FAIR game. The game pushes you to learn the attack patterns of the bosses and various other enemies. This game reminded me of games like Viewtiful Joe and Ninja Gaiden, because they reward skillful play. If you are a button masher, this game will destroy you. But, if you are patient and take pay attention to enemy patterns this game loses its insane difficulty and becomes very accessible. It'll either addict you or frustrate you. This really is in the upper echelon of action adventure games, on any system. I can only think of a couple games that are better than DMC3.… Expand
  8. Stnr
    Jun 25, 2023
    0
    Like Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves, this game is timeless and one of the best of its generation. I highly recommend it, not just for its story,Like Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves, this game is timeless and one of the best of its generation. I highly recommend it, not just for its story, but for its gameplay as well. It's a short game that you can easily pick up and play, making it a great option if you're feeling lost on what to play next.… Expand

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#23 Best PS2 Game of 2005
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#6 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2005
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#11 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2005