Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Mar 1, 2005
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 582 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 524 out of 582
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 582
  3. Negative: 27 out of 582
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  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 past stage 1.
  2. alex007
    Oct 22, 2012
    9
    With "Devil May Cry" (a superb action game), Capcom had caught lightning in a bottle. Unfortunately, that didn't happen twice with the release of a tepid sequel in 2003. So for the third installment, the developers went back to what made the original so great. In the process, they also went back in the timeline and made a prequel instead. "Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening" recalls theWith "Devil May Cry" (a superb action game), Capcom had caught lightning in a bottle. Unfortunately, that didn't happen twice with the release of a tepid sequel in 2003. So for the third installment, the developers went back to what made the original so great. In the process, they also went back in the timeline and made a prequel instead. "Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening" recalls the original game's style of play and tells the story of the hero's rise to prominence. It's also one of the toughest games Capcom has ever made. DMC 3 is an extremely polished action-adventure that features crazy combat and over-the-top, kinetic cutscenes. This is one of the PS2's best action offerings but the extreme difficulty will not appeal to casual gamers. The game offers four different combat styles to choose from at the beginning of each level. As you progress, you'll be able to power up Dante in a variety of ways while additional weapons become available. It's worth noting that "Devil May Cry 3" is more comparable to the XBOX version of "Ninja Gaiden" than the original DMC. This is due to the emphasis on hyper tough fights, similar boss battles and an extensive arsenal of weaponry. It's not as good as "Ninja Gaiden", but DMC 3 is a much better game than part 2. I'd also recommend the Special Edition which features Dante's brother, Virgil, as a playable character. "Dante's Awakening" is arguably the best installment in the series.… Expand
  3. AllenLord
    Jun 19, 2011
    10
    i just loved this game there were a few flaws but they were easily forgivible and then all the fun weapons and classes this game is great for anyone who loved spawn and/or god of war
  4. JackTheCrazy98
    Apr 23, 2012
    10
    One of the greatest game i've ever played. Good story, the graphics is better than its predecessors and the gameplay is awesome, is **** speed! Awesome heavy metal soundtrack and good voice acting.
  5. DeepThroat
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    This game is just awesome. it's better than the first two Devil May Cry games. This game has great graphics and a great gameplay. The story is good more cutscenes than previous two DMC games. this game clearly deserves a 9 score
  6. AKthaBeast
    May 5, 2018
    9
    I personally felt like this game was equally as fun as the first two games.
  7. AdrianaM.
    Apr 3, 2006
    10
    I disagree with what others have said, this game is, in my opinion the best out of the three. The first two had ridiculous enemies and in this, the last game, we finally get to see the beginning of the story.
  8. MartR.
    Feb 25, 2005
    9
    It's been a long run before this here got out, but it was worth the wait. The action is now even more over-the-top, the characters gritty and styled at the same time, the action is pulsating with energy and the boss encounters can still knock your socks off with tension. A good run with the style RPG-like development, even though three levels feels just like a tease before the real It's been a long run before this here got out, but it was worth the wait. The action is now even more over-the-top, the characters gritty and styled at the same time, the action is pulsating with energy and the boss encounters can still knock your socks off with tension. A good run with the style RPG-like development, even though three levels feels just like a tease before the real power runs in. I miss the graphic finesse of the first game's architecture, in this one there's been a trade-off between character design and the environments design, leaving the latter often lacklustre and hollow. The fast-paced storyline keeps it all together and a selection of now a bit more Onimusha-like weaponry makes stuff even more fun.… Expand
  9. ErikoT.
    Mar 2, 2005
    10
    The opening cinematic alone is worth a 10.
  10. ApocalypseBrown
    Nov 21, 2005
    9
    A welcome come for dante, this is easily the best in the series. Albeit as hard as your mother-in-laws facial hairs its very enjoyable when you manage to progress levels and the boss battles are so beautiful to play and watch for that matter. Its excellent but not too original and the annoying puzzles remain. Better than Ninja Gaiden as its more engaging.
  11. kailip
    Dec 29, 2011
    10
    Great story, Great music, Great deep fighting mechanics, Great Characters, Fantastic gameplay, A lot of diversity of weapons, combos, styles and strategies, The best bosses ever on a game, It's not a retarded button mash game, you gotta learn, be patient and actually have focus to play it, Very Challenging. What else could you want? One of the best games ever. I don't get why some peopleGreat story, Great music, Great deep fighting mechanics, Great Characters, Fantastic gameplay, A lot of diversity of weapons, combos, styles and strategies, The best bosses ever on a game, It's not a retarded button mash game, you gotta learn, be patient and actually have focus to play it, Very Challenging. What else could you want? One of the best games ever. I don't get why some people don't like the game, maybe it's too hardcore for them, or they just like playing pointless retarded button mash games. DMC3 is one of the best games EVER.… Expand
  12. pandalard
    Nov 10, 2012
    10
    The perfection of beat em up combat on the PS2. This game has fast-paced action, tons of combos, great levels and loaded with great (and hilarious) cut-scenes. It's not for everyone mind you.

    If you like crazy over-the-top action then this is the game for you. If you prefer a more "serious" or realistic tone to your games then look somewhere else, because this game is in the zone were    The perfection of beat em up combat on the PS2. This game has fast-paced action, tons of combos, great levels and loaded with great (and hilarious) cut-scenes. It's not for everyone mind you.

    If you like crazy over-the-top action then this is the game for you. If you prefer a more "serious" or realistic tone to your games then look somewhere else, because this game is in the zone were we stick to fun!    … Expand
  13. iddqd4
    Feb 13, 2018
    10
    Эпичный слэшер, с крутыми персонажами, отличной боевкой и интересным сюжетом.
  14. MarouaneJL7
    Jul 13, 2018
    10
    this is one of the best ps2 games ever great gameplay many awesome bosses you can learn new moves and get new awesome weapons i loved it and you will play it lot of times but i recommend the special edition because there's another player with special moves he's the vergil the brother of dante the main character and other difficulties modes as hell
  15. Stevic20
    May 1, 2021
    10
    The best DMC ever made, the most fun and the hardest. It defined the hack-n-slash genre at its finest level.
  16. Enima
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Pure action and style, this game has an amazing soundtrack, good story, characters that you cannot dislike, and a perfectly crafted game play. It really shows the knowledge and passion of the developers. Nothing can surpass it in his genre.
  17. killerlcg
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Love the music and the story in this game. The combat was nice because it didn't feel like a hack and slash game. You actually need to be decent and have a good strategy sometimes against bosses or minion. The voice acting was spot on. Top slasher rpg game that I ever played.
  18. MikeD.
    Mar 1, 2005
    10
    I KNEW IT !!! The moment i played the game i knew that these gay american medias(1up, edge etc) will cry because its too hard... well boohoohoo learn how to play before you rate games. Allmost perfect game... and the difficulty level is just right, easy to learn but challenging to master.
  19. Ben
    Mar 20, 2005
    9
    Graphics look great, gameplay is solid, music is good, the replayability is there; the game does include some cheesy-ness though it just adds to the humor, it does not take away from the overall depth of the game. I was blindsided by the use of a guitar as a weapon, that was odd for me, all the same, the game is VERY fun to play and that is what is important.
  20. NaomiM.
    Mar 7, 2005
    10
    Hell ya! I loved Devil May Cry I've beat it twice and on different difficulty levels each time. I love Dante and his moves and all. Devil May Cry 2 then came out. I must say I wanted to cry because of all the repetative fighting and the horribally stupid ass story line. Where'd Trish go? Anyway, that game sucked. Then after waiting and waiting. Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Hell ya! I loved Devil May Cry I've beat it twice and on different difficulty levels each time. I love Dante and his moves and all. Devil May Cry 2 then came out. I must say I wanted to cry because of all the repetative fighting and the horribally stupid ass story line. Where'd Trish go? Anyway, that game sucked. Then after waiting and waiting. Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening came out. I bought it March 1st and played it all night. I'm only on the 6th mission now because damn its hard. But it was everything I hoped and dreamed of. Dante and Lady are total kick ass and i love it. Vergil is even cool. I was hoping that this game would be everything that I wanted and it is. And more since it's so damn hard! Sorry I rambled on so much i just love this game! Best DMC ever? YES! Sweet dreams!… Expand
  21. VSei'lar
    May 21, 2005
    10
    This game had me hooked from the opening scene right through every level, at ever difficulty level. The 'new' Dante is beautiful; his cocky character allows for a relief from the overly-serious characterisations of the 'previous' two games, while his twin brother Vergil's cool-tempered attitude allows you to see where the Dante of the other games comes from. The This game had me hooked from the opening scene right through every level, at ever difficulty level. The 'new' Dante is beautiful; his cocky character allows for a relief from the overly-serious characterisations of the 'previous' two games, while his twin brother Vergil's cool-tempered attitude allows you to see where the Dante of the other games comes from. The game play is delicious, and will never allow you to get bored; is it getting tedious? Switch styles! Switch weapons! And may I say...the Sparda skin is HOT.… Expand
  22. NabeelK.
    Mar 10, 2005
    10
    The best game i ever seen... really amazing.
  23. [Anonymous]
    Mar 2, 2005
    10
    Amazing, that's all i can say, the grafics, gameplay, sound, story, presentation.....everything is amazing. the only problem people might add is that it's too hard, but like ign said, that's your problem, not dante's.
  24. MarcD.
    Mar 26, 2005
    7
    Flash. That's what this visually impressive game is. Still, if you didn't like the earlier installments...this one won't win you over to the series. Sorry Dante.
  25. RandallHall
    Mar 31, 2005
    10
    This game is off the chain, it's so ill. I never seen a devil may cry like this one before. Dang this game is tight. Ecscuse my language. Boy I'll tell you as soon as you get your devil trigger with super dante nothing can stand in your way. Nothing. I heard the first dmc was supposed to be resident evil four. In resident evil four Leon sounds just like Dante. I noticed that This game is off the chain, it's so ill. I never seen a devil may cry like this one before. Dang this game is tight. Ecscuse my language. Boy I'll tell you as soon as you get your devil trigger with super dante nothing can stand in your way. Nothing. I heard the first dmc was supposed to be resident evil four. In resident evil four Leon sounds just like Dante. I noticed that during the dodging laser part.… Expand
  26. Josh
    Mar 9, 2005
    10
    This game is great! Its got awsome weapons, moves, and cut scenes but the bosses in this game are really hard untill you can find a strategy to fight them. Other than that as long as you take the time to learn the controls in the begining its not as hard as you may think. In all this is the best DMC yet.
  27. PodRod
    Apr 28, 2005
    10
    This game is awsome...... I am rich and buy almost all of the new games. But I must admit that I only have seen very few such games. This game is just awsome. The story, gameplay, graphics are all just perfect.
  28. TraeM.
    Jul 20, 2005
    10
    Best game ever!!!! I love the gunslinger style!!!
  29. TylerD.
    Jan 18, 2006
    10
    Simply put, my favourite game. Ever. Capcom gave one hell of a comeback with this one.
  30. DavidC.
    Apr 25, 2006
    10
    I have played a lot, A LOT of games, but this is quite simply the best game I have ever played.
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Awards & Rankings

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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

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 60
  3. Negative: 1 out of 60
  1. Total Video Games
    80
    A dark mix of revealing narrative and gun-toting, sword-swinging, demon slaying action that works well with a result that's certainly satisfying.
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  2. Gamer's Hell
    80
    Although there have been many games in this mold, Devil May Cry 3 sets itself apart from others by incorporating fighting styles to keep this game fresh, instead of just repetitive.
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  3. Computer and Video Games
    80
    Well, we hate to say it, but DMC3 is still no "Devil May Cry." The world has moved on, folks, and a lot of that game's sheen is now standard issue in gaming. [PSW]
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