DmC: Devil May Cry Definitive Edition

 PlayStation 4
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 741 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 507 out of 741
  2. Mixed: 118 out of 741
  3. Negative: 116 out of 741
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. Peanutt
    Mar 15, 2015
    8
    Lets be objective about this one. If you haven't played the game before, this is a must buy. The music, the vibe, the action.... plus with the new improvements its an absolute joy to play.

    On the other hand.. If you did play this before... Its still an awsome game.. But you wont appreciate the new aditions enough to warrant a rebuy.
  2. Dionysus777
    Apr 10, 2015
    8
    Theres something wrong with you, theres something wrong with me, theres something wrong with people complaining bout this game. Im a gamer i dont care if im an emo or an emu or a chicken with a beaver face. So yea story is b rated stuff who cares always has been. The combat is smooth butter sauce. Replay value sauce. Give or take a few minor camera twitches that always go along with theTheres something wrong with you, theres something wrong with me, theres something wrong with people complaining bout this game. Im a gamer i dont care if im an emo or an emu or a chicken with a beaver face. So yea story is b rated stuff who cares always has been. The combat is smooth butter sauce. Replay value sauce. Give or take a few minor camera twitches that always go along with the genre. Ive officialy playd all dmcs now. Played 1 a few times through back on ps2. Played 2 for about an hour b4 deciding it was garbage. Played 3 till carpel tunnel. Playd 4, well till carpel tunnel. Id say this has all around smoothest combat. Why?Caz it doesn't give me carpel tunnel. Maybe im getting old? Anybody that takes fantasy stories and characters seriously is way out there in the dork ozone. And the music rocks metalheads! 8.666.… Expand
  3. Bro_T
    Mar 29, 2015
    8
    DmC was a good game, given how short it was. It was smooth and the colors were very vibrant in some parts. Definitely has some replay value. Haven't played Virgil's story yet, so looking forward to that
  4. FrankyPuuSensei
    Apr 1, 2015
    8
    This is a very fun game. It's just the game that came out on 2013 with better graphics, and somehow better gameplay. The added feature of lock-on combat is a welcome addition for fans of the original series that want to get the feel of Devil May Cry like it was before. Turbo mode is also a new feature, making gameplay sections about 20% faster, requiring faster reflexes and timing. It addsThis is a very fun game. It's just the game that came out on 2013 with better graphics, and somehow better gameplay. The added feature of lock-on combat is a welcome addition for fans of the original series that want to get the feel of Devil May Cry like it was before. Turbo mode is also a new feature, making gameplay sections about 20% faster, requiring faster reflexes and timing. It adds a whole new meaning to "Fast paced combat". Skins are just skins, nothing special besides the fact that you get the DMC1 version of Dante. Now that's **** awesome. The game itself? Story is believable, and gameplay is now more or less the same as it was in the original series.

    Well worth the money, and trust me. Dante becomes more likable in the end. Not as he was originally, but more likable indeed.    … Expand
  5. Jaquio10
    Aug 18, 2015
    10
    I bought this game two days ago, on August 16, 2015. This is the first time I play a DMC game. I am very much impressed by this game for many reasons. It has superb graphics, the gameplay is phenomenal, I love the fact that it is very fun to play considering that I don't get stuck too often as opposed to other games that become boring because of this. This game rather flows smoothlyI bought this game two days ago, on August 16, 2015. This is the first time I play a DMC game. I am very much impressed by this game for many reasons. It has superb graphics, the gameplay is phenomenal, I love the fact that it is very fun to play considering that I don't get stuck too often as opposed to other games that become boring because of this. This game rather flows smoothly keeping me very interested in playing it again and again. The combat is extraordinary due to the great amount of moves and combos. This game reminds me of Ninja Gaiden, which is always excellent. I am very happy that I bought this game. I am playing it via my Sony xperia tablet using remote play and it looks absolutely extraordinary. The game is so good that I finally created my metacritic account just to review it. I am giving it a 10 out of 10.… Expand
  6. everlastall
    Sep 26, 2015
    8
    A pretty great game. Whiners want to whine. Good combat made great with improved frame rate and option to up the speed. Tons of extra content and game play modes. Great environments design and enemy variety. The story is quite interesting. True, it kind of craps out after awhile in a rushed ending, but it has some very creative parts and is miles ahead better than some of the insanelyA pretty great game. Whiners want to whine. Good combat made great with improved frame rate and option to up the speed. Tons of extra content and game play modes. Great environments design and enemy variety. The story is quite interesting. True, it kind of craps out after awhile in a rushed ending, but it has some very creative parts and is miles ahead better than some of the insanely stupid stories past DMC games have had. Voice acting is great. Most of the characters get on your nerve first, but you warm up to them through some good development and time to grow, though Kat is pretty pointless and generic love interest, though not anywhere close to the worst use of a token female in a video game I've seen. Overall, plenty of fun to be had.… Expand
  7. MaximumD
    Jul 7, 2016
    8
    I didn't play this upon it's original release, so I'm rating the game as a first time play through. As with most of the DMC games, the gameplay is smooth and very easy to get into, yet complex enough for die hards to master without getting bored. The story to me is kind of meh. Another demons vs angels type thing. People really hate the new Dante, and I can see why. They try to give himI didn't play this upon it's original release, so I'm rating the game as a first time play through. As with most of the DMC games, the gameplay is smooth and very easy to get into, yet complex enough for die hards to master without getting bored. The story to me is kind of meh. Another demons vs angels type thing. People really hate the new Dante, and I can see why. They try to give him some more deep feels type personality which clashes with the original version of Dante, who was all attitude and cheese with no reservations. There are some other cool quirky characters here though so it's not a total loss. I'm not a fan of the story, but the gameplay is spot on. The levels are just long enough to not become boring. The game will give you new toys to play with at regular intervals, so your pretty much learning some new moves every few levels or so. Playing around with the combos gives you style points which in turn gives you more upgrades for new moves. Once you unlock everything the possibilities for combos are quite robust.

    The worst thing about the gameplay I would say are the platforming parts. However, I just hate platforming in games like this. You might like it who knows? Botton line, other than the story, this is a solidly made game and this version comes with the Virgil DLC on disc as well, plus slightly enhanced graphics. You can get this pretty cheap at this point, so I would recommend if you like action games.    … Expand
  8. mattdmc
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. hi guys just played this game for the first time, I'm not going to lie i had my doubts because of the drastic change in appearance after playing the original saga however the this game is stylish and modern. Dante himself thought was a surprise after viewing the trailers he looked like a druggy with a half ass'd attitude, I will admit I played through the game in the dmc3 skin first and i realized character wise he wasn't that much different apart from the foul language and now I really enjoy the new look it kind of works, now don't get me wrong the original will always be the best but I would really like a sequel to this new Dante as well. All in all its a great game and a welcome addition to the world of dmc , I'm just waiting for the special edition of dmc4 now. Well thank you for reading and to my fellow fans of devil may cry please don't be put off by the redesign.… Expand
  9. Voredon
    Jun 30, 2016
    10
    I never played amy past DMC and I won't.This game actually made me a fan,it's well designed and colorfull enough with modern graphics also it's sarcastic and it makes fun of the demons and the limbo world in a good way that teenagers and audults will like.The story is good enough and keeps going on,I wish all DMCs were like this
  10. BlakDak666
    Jul 23, 2017
    8
    DmC Definitive Edition is upgrade that was sorely needed from it's initial release. Even though it's a reskin in terms of graphics, plot and characters, a few changes were made that are only welcoming to the game. A couple cutscenes were tweaked or removed, the console versions can play at 60 FPS, the difficulty and rank challenge has been far improved and the additions of Turbo, MustDmC Definitive Edition is upgrade that was sorely needed from it's initial release. Even though it's a reskin in terms of graphics, plot and characters, a few changes were made that are only welcoming to the game. A couple cutscenes were tweaked or removed, the console versions can play at 60 FPS, the difficulty and rank challenge has been far improved and the additions of Turbo, Must Style and more add a wonderful variety to the game. While some might still raise their hand in front of this infinitely better version of the previous, the tweaks and changes to the formula changed a good deal of what the game needed. Consider that DMC4SE from its original was double the time and botched its additions with 2 of 3 new fighters as gimmicks, DmCDF retains just Dante and Vergil with Vergil having his own DLC. Allowing Vergil to play in Bloody Palace is great and I particularly like his DLC despite the shortness and generally weak substory for his character development.

    DmCDF is better in my opinion over DMC4SE when it comes to changes and additions made for the game to be appealing. While a DMC5 is something I would like to see, having a sequel to the reboot version isn't necessarily bad either. I think fans and newcomers should try this more though as the combat, visuals, and music is more than enough to keep your attention in spite of the pitfalls the game might have.    … Expand
  11. Spookitus
    Feb 9, 2016
    8
    A moderately deep character action game packed with content and game-play options make this a major improvement over the initial release of DmC: Devil May Cry. This definitive edition addresses all of the game-play related issues present in the initial release, and several of the story related ones as well. Almost all modes of the main game and the sequel DLC have been re-balanced, andA moderately deep character action game packed with content and game-play options make this a major improvement over the initial release of DmC: Devil May Cry. This definitive edition addresses all of the game-play related issues present in the initial release, and several of the story related ones as well. Almost all modes of the main game and the sequel DLC have been re-balanced, and visually touched up. The game runs at a steady 60 frames per second, and the color-coded enemy to weapon system has been altered to allow greater combat freedom. The addition of new game modes, unlockable costumes, and a much needed manual lock-on system that can be set to either HOLD or TOGGLE have managed to balance this title out incredibly well. As for the story, which is heavy with snark and passive aggressiveness, one can find themselves beginning to enjoy the characters, if given time. Dante, the protagonist starts out as a completely unlikable character, but ends up becoming more heroic and cleans up well by the time the game ends, while Vergil and Kat, the supporting characters, also go through a lot of changes too. Vergil's post-game story, entitled Vergil's Downfall, explores his morals and develops him into a more interesting character than he starts out as, as well. In conclusion; While not as deep as the previous Devil May Cry franchise's signature combat, the systems presented here are still deep and allow for experimentation, while the additional content adds a lot of replayability to the game, and the reworkings of the combat system make this much more enjoyable than the original DmC: Devil May Cry, and a much more solid action game.… Expand
  12. Termin8ter
    Jan 31, 2016
    8
    DmC Definitive edition does improve upon the original, but not a lot. They added lock-on, but its very hard to make it comfortable to use, fortunately, they took out color coded enemies, so that's a very welcome change. They added anew cut-scene, but only to make up for a poorly executed scene from the original version. These changes help the experience but not much, and the 60 FPS makesDmC Definitive edition does improve upon the original, but not a lot. They added lock-on, but its very hard to make it comfortable to use, fortunately, they took out color coded enemies, so that's a very welcome change. They added anew cut-scene, but only to make up for a poorly executed scene from the original version. These changes help the experience but not much, and the 60 FPS makes little difference either. Hopefully Ninja Theory will listen to what people are saying, and properly polish up their upcoming title Hellblade.… Expand
  13. Crisiscore7iet
    Dec 17, 2015
    8
    I never played the other DMC, but becasue of this game, I have them all now. This game was so good. The combat is amazing to. You cna do so many combos. And there pretty easy to learn and master. The game looks really good to. THe only problem with it is that the game is a bit short. About 10 hours. Its a lot of fun to play, and has likable characters, but it falls short on how short theI never played the other DMC, but becasue of this game, I have them all now. This game was so good. The combat is amazing to. You cna do so many combos. And there pretty easy to learn and master. The game looks really good to. THe only problem with it is that the game is a bit short. About 10 hours. Its a lot of fun to play, and has likable characters, but it falls short on how short the story mode is. This is a game you could get it cheap for around $20, but it will be worth it.… Expand
  14. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    8
    The reboot of the beloved DMC games. I feel like this one gets a bad rap. I really enjoyed it. The game is fun, stylistic, and has some pretty awesome combos and combat. The bosses were pretty awesome as well.
  15. TheOddBoy
    Nov 6, 2015
    8
    bought it months ago, and it's been improved (game play, graphics, and mechanics)
    A Great bundle of dlc and extra's , i recommend it just for how fun it is
  16. nicozero
    May 14, 2016
    9
    Awesome game, if you don´t played the game in the original version (like me) you will get happy to worth an excellent game with very positive aspect.

    The gameplay in this game is solid, funny and addictive you would to do more than 1 walkthrough, the game may be linear but you like find every object in each mission. the history is funny and some interesting, the cinematic are    Awesome game, if you don´t played the game in the original version (like me) you will get happy to worth an excellent game with very positive aspect.

    The gameplay in this game is solid, funny and addictive you would to do more than 1 walkthrough, the game may be linear but you like find every object in each mission.

    the history is funny and some interesting, the cinematic are
    entertain to watch and would laugh at some moments.

    The music is awesome, the
    stage are wonderful and the graphic are corrects.

    plus you have all the dlc (Vergil downfall, bloody palace and all costumes) and the new mechanic ( must style, turbo and hardcore mode) buy it, this videogame deserves any penny.    … Expand
  17. KayVen17
    Sep 26, 2018
    8
    Deutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. RegelnDeutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden? Dann sind hier meine Punkte. Mein persönlicher Score = 76/100 Mein User Score = 8/10… Expand
  18. redeyedwerewolf
    May 25, 2018
    10
    Why is everyone bashing this game?! This was my entry point in the DMC series and I loved this game soo much!!! But the veterans of the series didn't like it for some reason.The gameplay is amazing and flashy combos and amazing boss fights and amazing progression and rewards and Overall i really liked the game and I dont get the hate????
  19. StudMuffinOP
    Oct 23, 2019
    8
    Doubted this game at launch due to being a reboot from the original but I have to say I was highly impressed by it. Fairly short in my opinion but the music, gameplay and graphics made it worthwhile and the fact that a definitive edition came out later on sold it for me. Well worth a replay on the game and nothing like the original. Highly recommended.
  20. drlowdon
    Apr 12, 2020
    8
    Developed by Ninja Theory, DMC is a reboot of the popular Capcom series focusing on half-angel/half-demon Dante, and his quest to kill the Demon King Mundus. Upon it’s initial release last gen DMC received a quite frankly ridiculous amount of criticism, much of it aimed at Dante’s new look and persona, and unfortunately that overshadowed the fact that this is a very good action title.Developed by Ninja Theory, DMC is a reboot of the popular Capcom series focusing on half-angel/half-demon Dante, and his quest to kill the Demon King Mundus. Upon it’s initial release last gen DMC received a quite frankly ridiculous amount of criticism, much of it aimed at Dante’s new look and persona, and unfortunately that overshadowed the fact that this is a very good action title.

    The story itself is the usual video game nonsense, but in gameplay this is a top tier action title. The core of the game is built around the excellent combat system, which allows for the use of heavy/light weapons, boomerang like projectiles and a variety of guns, all of which can be switched between on the fly. Certain enemies require certain weapons to be used, but it’s the style ranking for each battle (that rewards variety) that will encourage players to experiment with different combinations. The only real disappointment in this regard are the boss battles, few of them involve anything more than dodging attacks and gradually whittling away at your enemies lifebar.

    If you’re an action game fan, ignore the silly internet criticism and give this a go.    … Expand
  21. Coreyhardie
    Aug 3, 2016
    9
    The fans are **** morons I like new Dante, I like the story, combat and music, I prefer the old games, but game is fantastic in its own right, I only with there were more bosses.
  22. lonerambivalent
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    First off, the movements and the variety of abilities make the gameplay extremely worthwhile and fun to put to use against all enemies. The adrenaline boost when having to constantly dodge then slash and cut up enemies with high speed makes this game compelling and have high replayability. It is fluid and really entertaining especially when you unlock those final abilities that augmentFirst off, the movements and the variety of abilities make the gameplay extremely worthwhile and fun to put to use against all enemies. The adrenaline boost when having to constantly dodge then slash and cut up enemies with high speed makes this game compelling and have high replayability. It is fluid and really entertaining especially when you unlock those final abilities that augment their extent of use and power when mercilessly hacking away at all those enemies. I found that the graphics and addicting music very much complement this style of game-play in the best way possible, imbuing nostalgia yet refined entertainment into the overall experience. The portrayal of Dante's personality sets him up to be the badass who indulges in killing off all those enemies with precision and skill, and in the end that's what you'll feel like doing all the time when you are playing: simply wanting to put into motion those sick moves in rapid successions to deliver wrath unlike any other. The story may be lacking in its drive or establishment of dynamic characters but eventually they are effective at inducing that urge to keep killing and getting as strong as possible, since Dante is constantly being challenged and criticized for what he does and has to do. If he becomes skilled enough, no-one will be able to control how he acts or manipulate him for a selfish goal, and you'll strongly want that for him. Hence, this overall aspect from the story compensates for other ones like character portrayal or overarching meaningful themes. The frame rate is even more consistent in this definitive edition and will more than anything contribute to the already exhilarating fighting inherent in good games of this genre but which this game specifically excels at. The weapons can be used in different ways intended to either incapacitate, weaken, or simply to slash at the enemies when needed. A pistol for example can have explosive bullets to help you weaken the enemies and give you more time for other moves. Wielding an ifrit can make it really easily to land compact hits on large enemies, especially due to their devil qualities. Which brings me to the really stellar part of the game-play. Both angel and devil abilities in the game call for incorporation in a useful and precise manner in game-play depending on the time of enemy and the the damage they can deal or the movement they allow. Since alternating between the abilities is extremely quick and easy, the wielding of the two make for a fascinating mix when employed rapidly in intense situations. The action is already enough for you to buy this game, but Devil May Cry is a special package of guaranteed entertainment and well polished game-play and setup. 10/10… Expand
  23. Garybaldo
    Mar 3, 2020
    8
    Certainly a lot different than the previous Devil May Cry games, which is mainly the reason why a lot of people consider it to be the worst game in the saga. Not me though, because if you can adapt to the gameplay and forget it's related to the other Devil May Cry games, it's a very fun game.
  24. iddqd4
    May 15, 2020
    8
    Звук и картинка прекрасны, и на момент прохождения особо не состарились, боевка тоже хороша. Игре не хватает возможности сразу выбирать высокую сложность типа Сын Спарды и выше, проходить на Нефелиме всех боссов и битвы с первого раза, это весьма серьезный недостаток. Вызова хотелось с самого начала, а не при повторном прохождение, которое возможно и будет, но явно не после титров.Звук и картинка прекрасны, и на момент прохождения особо не состарились, боевка тоже хороша. Игре не хватает возможности сразу выбирать высокую сложность типа Сын Спарды и выше, проходить на Нефелиме всех боссов и битвы с первого раза, это весьма серьезный недостаток. Вызова хотелось с самого начала, а не при повторном прохождение, которое возможно и будет, но явно не после титров.
  25. harlota
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    This was the first Devil May Cry game that I've played. Ninja Theory has done a fantastic job and I realize that their work here is at the same level of quality as any Platinum Games or Team Ninja game.
    The combat is stellar and I actually liked the characters and the story. It was a joy to play.
  26. XDashRipRockX
    Feb 20, 2020
    10
    Giving this Title a 10 to balance against non sense reviews. The game deserves a 9 IMO and anything lower than an 8 is undeserving.

    What makes this game so good is it does everything right that DMC 5 did wrong. The fights are varied and balanced. The areas aren’t cookie cutter straight lines with enemies along the way. The weapons are varied and can be swapped. The speed of the game is    Giving this Title a 10 to balance against non sense reviews. The game deserves a 9 IMO and anything lower than an 8 is undeserving.

    What makes this game so good is it does everything right that DMC 5 did wrong.

    The fights are varied and balanced.
    The areas aren’t cookie cutter straight lines with enemies along the way.
    The weapons are varied and can be swapped.
    The speed of the game is perfect and offer a turbo if your into slamming combos fast!

    Overall the only negative is the length BUT offers replay enough for 2-3 times before your likely gonna let it sit til your into a DMC mood again.

    I played all the DMCs and out of them all this version is placed second only to DMC 3 with DMC 1 following.

    This version is DMC makes you want to play it cause it’s exciting and fun.

    Totally worth it!    … Expand
  27. YunnaKim
    Jun 24, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is great, I totally loved how they made an alternate universe for Dante and still made the characters look badass. The only problem is that they tried to recreate a story that had been written in 3 games + comics + anime in only one game that's not even that long, so the story was a little rushed.

    Other than that, the game is great and i simply love the combat system and dinamics.

    And also, Vergil was right in the end.    … Expand
  28. Saytr3023
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    Just played through for the first time....amazing game. Although unlikely due to the Microsoft partnership, I would love to see a sequel. I enjoyed the level design, music, and overall style Ninja Theory brought to the series, great job !
  29. sergio123456
    Aug 22, 2020
    8
    Muy buen juego, no llega al nivel de Devil May Cry 5 pero esta muy bien, tiene todo lo que debe tener un juego de esta franquicia, muchos enemigos, armas y distintos poderes para avanzar en la historia. Muy recomendable
  30. Lukaslima182
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo maravilhoso, história muito boa!!
    Gráficos muito bons,até prós dias de hoje,mas a melhor coisa sem dúvida, é gameplay, muito divertido e fluido    … Expand
  31. Shenandoah
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    Pretty solid remaster of this game. It misses one point due to the visuals, its not as perfect as the rest of this game.
  32. Alkouzne
    Jul 22, 2020
    8
    Just slash and kill. Fun story coll characters, done every difficulty up to hell or hell, this is my "need to punch smth" game
  33. nexus151196
    Sep 10, 2020
    8
    Шикарный слешер, с очень интересным взглядом на мир.Все эти корпорации, промывка мозгов и тд. - все к месту. Игру проходил еще на старте на пк, ремастер ничем не хуже ,возможно и лучше. Боевка все такая же крутая,музыка качает. Отличный представитель жанра.Шикарный слешер, с очень интересным взглядом на мир.Все эти корпорации, промывка мозгов и тд. - все к месту. Игру проходил еще на старте на пк, ремастер ничем не хуже ,возможно и лучше. Боевка все такая же крутая,музыка качает. Отличный представитель жанра.
  34. SenshudoTV
    Mar 27, 2015
    8
    In short, DmC Devil May Cry: Definitive Edition doesn't really add all that much to the original mix other than graphical smoothing and an improved framerate, but then it doesn't really need to. The original game was a bombastic action packed romp, and that's only improved with it looking all the sweeter. If you missed the game last generation, this is the perfect excuse to give it a try,In short, DmC Devil May Cry: Definitive Edition doesn't really add all that much to the original mix other than graphical smoothing and an improved framerate, but then it doesn't really need to. The original game was a bombastic action packed romp, and that's only improved with it looking all the sweeter. If you missed the game last generation, this is the perfect excuse to give it a try, and is one of the strongest of the genre on PS4 and XO thus far.… Expand
  35. Cantthink
    Apr 5, 2015
    9
    100% honest review here.

    Ive never played the previous DMC games. My girlfriend has, but I have never touched them before, this was my first. I picked this game up last gen because it looked interesting but I had no clue about it. The bad reception this game is getting? You can compare it to the new star wars movies. The new star wars movies are great movies (cant stand anakin in    100% honest review here.

    Ive never played the previous DMC games. My girlfriend has, but I have never touched them before, this was my first. I picked this game up last gen because it looked interesting but I had no clue about it.

    The bad reception this game is getting? You can compare it to the new star wars movies. The new star wars movies are great movies (cant stand anakin in episode 1, but still a great movie) but old school fans do not like the new ones. They dont like change, they dont like seeing something they loved released in a new day and age. Thats what happened with DmC.

    As I have said, I have never played a DMC game before DmC, but after buying this on 360 at launch, than ps3 about a year later, than buying it again on PS4...this game is one of my favorite games of last gen.

    I have seen videos of the old DMC, they are very similar to DmC but different. DmC is the americanized version of the franchise and as long as you are ok with somethign new and fresh, you will absolutely love this game. Yeah Dante(the main character) is a douche bag in this game but from what I have seen and read, Dante from every DMC game has always been a cocky bastard who cracks jokes. He is a badboy with angelic powers to f up some demons. The soundtrack in this game is incredible and well put together. Even if the music isnt your cup of tea(usually isnt mine) it blends so well with the game I can definitely say the soundtrack put together in this game is one of the best I have played in all my years of gaming. Its not the perfect music, but the way it blends together with the game is absolutely flawless.

    The smooth 60FPS combat and sharp 1080p graphics looks awesome. The cutscenes definitely look last gen, but the game in action is absolutely beautiful. The combat is smooth and fluent, with you having 2 different types of attacks (red and blue) to mix between to add up to that perfect combo.

    The story is decent, nothing mindblowing but enough to keep you interested. As I said earlier, the game was really well put together so it does keep you interested.

    The atmosphere of the game is great, limbo never looked better in DmC. The colors are absolutely beautiful and really shine on the next gen systems.

    Overall, if you never played a Devil May Cry game before and you like hack and slashes....this game is amazing. If you have played a DMC game before....dont just listen to the negativity. Im 26 years old and have been gaming my whole life, I try to look at the positives in video games over the negatives in this day and age of harsh reviewers...and this game has an extreme amount of positives with little to no negatives. Give it a chance, it might not be the same Dante or story line from the original games, but it is in no way a bad game, it is a great video game, one of my favorites ever from last gen. Enough that id buy it 3 times just to show my support.

    Also the girlfriend thinks the new Dante is hot as **** too so she likes watching me play it, hell she's even beaten it on her own before.    … Expand
  36. J-Gash95
    Mar 23, 2015
    8
    This is how you Remaster a game!
    New difficulty settings which ramp up the challenge to ridiculous heights!
    New settings like Turbo and Must Style which can speed the action up without dipping the frame rate and make it so you have to be at S rank style before you can damage an enemy New Costumes so you can look like the fan favourites of old and finally the gameplay additions really    This is how you Remaster a game!
    New difficulty settings which ramp up the challenge to ridiculous heights!
    New settings like Turbo and Must Style which can speed the action up without dipping the frame rate and make it so you have to be at S rank style before you can damage an enemy
    New Costumes so you can look like the fan favourites of old
    and finally the gameplay additions really make it feel like a much better experience, enemies are harder, ranking up the style meter isn't as easy, enemies hit harder and that lock-on really works like a charm.
    The only thing that stops it from being perfect is its lack of totally new story content and the new costumes (Of which there are 2) are skins from the old Devil May Cry games. It would of been nice to see some completely new skins mixed in with the rest but what we got is definitely worth the cost of admission    … Expand
  37. Nathandrake240
    Sep 26, 2017
    8
    Fun as hell with **** ton's of content and combat fix ups, This coming from a long time DMC fan i can say it's one of my favorites in the series. They added Dante must die, balances to the gameplay and combat, bloody palace, etc worth the buy. besides a lackluster story and not so great dialogue.
  38. chr1so
    Jun 1, 2015
    10
    Possibly the best hack n slash game I've ever played. Ninja Gaiden was amazing, I think this at least equals it. Great enemies that require certain weapon/fighting strategies to take them down. The fighting in general is top notch, so fluid and some of the combos you can pull out look insane. The platforming is a plus as well.

    The story/cut scenes are quality, it's clearly made for    Possibly the best hack n slash game I've ever played. Ninja Gaiden was amazing, I think this at least equals it. Great enemies that require certain weapon/fighting strategies to take them down. The fighting in general is top notch, so fluid and some of the combos you can pull out look insane. The platforming is a plus as well.

    The story/cut scenes are quality, it's clearly made for adults. Love it.    … Expand
  39. Angelwolf
    Mar 25, 2015
    9
    As someone who never had the chance to play Devil May Cry on PS2 or any other systems, I have to say I'm impressed with the game on PS4. I don't know how it compares to the original game but the Definitive Edition had me hooked. It was a solid purchase and a good deal for the price it sells for.

    The protagonist, Dante, takes a while to get used to. He's cocky, arrogant and always has    As someone who never had the chance to play Devil May Cry on PS2 or any other systems, I have to say I'm impressed with the game on PS4. I don't know how it compares to the original game but the Definitive Edition had me hooked. It was a solid purchase and a good deal for the price it sells for.

    The protagonist, Dante, takes a while to get used to. He's cocky, arrogant and always has something to say. After a while, you learn to love him and his cheeky one-liners. The heavy rock soundtrack compliments his personality and makes combat an engaging experience. The story is compelling and has a few welcome twists. I don't know how the story compares to the original game but the Definitive Edition was interesting enough for me to follow without becoming bored.

    Combat is fast and very furious. The game makes good use of the Dualshock 4's buttons to use different abilities and attacks. There are a large number of abilities and attacks you can use and you unlock more as you progress through the game. A scoring system adds to your enjoyment as you hack and slash your enemy into pieces. As I said, combat is fast (and there's an option to make the game go 20% faster) so you need to think on the spot. Button bashing doesn't pay off in DmC - learn your moves and execute them properly to do well.

    The Definitive Edition includes original DLC for Virgil's Downfall (Virgil is also in the DmC story, but I won't go further into that). Included are also extra skins including the original, classic Dante from the PS2 version. Extra modes are unlocked on completion of the game. Total game time for the main story was about 13 hours for me.

    The bottom line is - this is a fantastic game for, what's in my opinion, a good price. If, like me, you've never played DmC before and enjoy some melee, hack and slash combat with a basic (but fun!) story then give this game a go. If you're a frequent player of the DmC series then you may wish to check the other reviews here to get a bit more of an idea about what's changed.    … Expand
  40. Professorfett
    Apr 21, 2020
    8
    Remastered games are all the rage as of late with God of War 3, Darksiders 2, and Borderlands Handsome Jack Collection all on the horizon, and I'm loving it. I am a big supporter of these games being re-released because then I can put away my old consoles and just have out the two. DMC Definitive Edition is no different. Now I am a big fan of this reboot of Devil May Cry. I was a fan ofRemastered games are all the rage as of late with God of War 3, Darksiders 2, and Borderlands Handsome Jack Collection all on the horizon, and I'm loving it. I am a big supporter of these games being re-released because then I can put away my old consoles and just have out the two. DMC Definitive Edition is no different. Now I am a big fan of this reboot of Devil May Cry. I was a fan of the original series and I think that this breathed fresh air into the series while keeping the crazy, silly, mayhem intact. This review will be a bit different, I will discuss the changes they made to the original game and then go into detail on the DLC Vergils Downfall, and then give a score of the overall package. So lets get into this SADISTIC demon killing game.

    The original DMC was hated by some and thought a fun experience by others. This game touts that it has rebalanced gameplay. I personally don't notice too many changes to that besides the fact that now some of the weapons are more powerful than they were before. The people who play Devil May Cry on the Dante Must Die mode will most likely be able to tell if there was any minor changes to the combat. They added new costumes to the mix in which you can play looking like Dante from Devil May Cry 3 or how I played looking like Dante from Devil May Cry 1. A nitpick with this costume feature is in certain scenes mainly transition scenes Dante will go back to looking like he normally does. I do say that this is a major nitpick because I would be sitting in my office chair going, "no game I didn't choose grunge rock Dante? **** you game I want white haired semi gothic Dante". Something like that. They did add a Hardcore mode and Turbo mode which I didn't touch because honestly just didn't feel like it. The last thing that they upgraded in this game is the graphics. This does look a lot better than DMC on the 360. They definitely fixed the Unreal Engine texture catchup that Unreal Engine 3 had. Nothing annoyed me more than seeing textures not fully rendered in a cutscene so it is nice that they fixed that.

    Okay now to talk about the added DLC Vergils Downfall. I missed this originally so I will briefly talk about it.

    The story is about what happens to Virgil at the end of DMC, and how he becomes one of my favorite villains in video games. While this Vergil is a little more like whiny Anakin from the prequels he is still fun to play as. My biggest problem with this story is they use drawings for cutscenes instead of rendered animation. This really brings me out of the storyline, because I personally hate that lazy **** I don't want to see some storyboard I want to see a cutscene or nothing at all. In saying that I will say this story does make me want to play more games as a villain because the end of this is so badass I was left wanting more.

    The gameplay is a little different. He can't do a lot of what Dante can. Mainly double jump; the lack of a double jump after I just played the entire game with it drove me nuts. His combat is a little less smooth. I found myself getting hit because the animation to the move he was doing was too slow. Being that his combat is slower I didn't get the combo meter as high as I would with Dante. I do appreciate that they made his fighting style different, I just wish they spent more time refining it. They add a couple new enemies, like some vagina face gorilla monster, and these disappearing crow things, but overall you fight the same porcelain baby faced demons from DMC.

    Overall the DMC definitive package is for newcomers or fans of the 2013 game. If you hated DMC I don't see this game being drastically different enough to change anyones' opinion. I personally loved playing DMC again and my only complaint would be with the DLCs gameplay. I give this a 4/5. For forty dollars this isn't a bad game to revisit. I leave of course with a question. Will we ever get PS2 games like (Devil May Cry 1, 2, and 3) on the PS4, Xbox One?    … Expand
  41. alii
    Apr 14, 2015
    8
    The game is old yeah, but the pickins are slim on the next gen console (PS4 in my case).
    But the game is cool and if you haven't played it before, its a must pick. Typical hack & slash yet fulfilling.
  42. DSouls_guy
    Mar 15, 2015
    9
    I never played the original DMC from Ninja theory on last gen systems, But I have played all the originals from when Capcom was still making DMC and and those DMC where in fact great (except maybe DMC 3).But anyways, here is what I gotta say about Ninja Theory's Version of DMC on Playstation4, I really enjoy this version a whole lot,the combat is smooth and fantastic, just like theI never played the original DMC from Ninja theory on last gen systems, But I have played all the originals from when Capcom was still making DMC and and those DMC where in fact great (except maybe DMC 3).But anyways, here is what I gotta say about Ninja Theory's Version of DMC on Playstation4, I really enjoy this version a whole lot,the combat is smooth and fantastic, just like the originals, the graphics are very nice but you can still see allot of low res textures from last gen version of DMC, however the 60fps and 1080p are a great treat and are flawless. now story wise and gameplay DMC is NOT for Kids,(yes DMC is a game made for Mature people only),with this being said i'm off to go play some more DMC now,Peace out Gamers.… Expand
  43. IJL711
    Mar 14, 2015
    9
    All in all, it's really not a bad game. I had quite a lot of fun in the time that I spent playing through all of this game. The controls are tight and allow you have a lot of variety in your move-set or button mash, if that's you're thing. Even while still "last-gen", the graphics are still enjoyable. On top of that, the balance of the AI and the the various difficulties adds to theAll in all, it's really not a bad game. I had quite a lot of fun in the time that I spent playing through all of this game. The controls are tight and allow you have a lot of variety in your move-set or button mash, if that's you're thing. Even while still "last-gen", the graphics are still enjoyable. On top of that, the balance of the AI and the the various difficulties adds to the decent re-play value.
    I would recommend this game to people that are fans of the series because it's a pretty successful reboot, in my opinion.    … Expand
  44. ElectroNick
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    Story:
    The definitive edition to the divisive reboot could have easily angered the fanbase more by simply porting the original game to the current gen platform. However Ninja theory decided to listen to some fan feedback and made some technical improvements to the package. The storyline is pretty much the same with the exception of a new cutscene which tries to explain why Vergil killed    Story:
    The definitive edition to the divisive reboot could have easily angered the fanbase more by simply porting the original game to the current gen platform. However Ninja theory decided to listen to some fan feedback and made some technical improvements to the package. The storyline is pretty much the same with the exception of a new cutscene which tries to explain why Vergil killed Lilith and Mundus spawn but the extra cutscene gives little more of a throwaway line than an actual expansion. One thing that I did forget to mention in my last review of when the game first launched was the humor. It is low brow but I would be lying if I said I didn't chuckle with some of new Dante's sarcasm. The social commentary is mixed since it is obvious that it does have a heavy emphasis on liberal ideology but there is also some profound statements as well although they do fall into the trap of being cliched. This game will not only anger fans of the original game but it will also anger those who probably follow on the right side of the political scale (That is not the case for me because I admittedly have a few liberal biases).
    Game Play:
    One of the problems with the first release was that it only ran at 30fps. Thankfully this version of the game has increased to 60 fps which makes the combat far more responsive. They even added a lock on system to make it much easier to hit the enemy that you want to hit. The color coding is no longer required but to maintain your combos but it still shows its presence by hitting the right colored enemy with the right colored weapon though.It should be commened that Ninja thoery tried to fix one of the many complaints but it more like puting on a band aid than an actually lean up. For those who thought the first release was rundown Devil May Cry game this package does contain hardcore mode which does make it feel more like a traditional Devil May Cry experience. Especially on higher difficulties it could create some intense battles which could keep you on the edge of your toes. If you are willing to give the game anther chance it could give you what you are looking for in a mechanic sense, but if you are a purist of the series than the definitive edition will not change your mind.    … Expand
  45. Littleshortie
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    This game is still amazing. This game is still amazing. I love that all the DLC is in the game. The combat is amazing. The story is the same and it is still good. The music is good and its perfect when you are hacking and slashing enemies. The game is very bright and the graphics are outstanding. If you like hack and slash games then I recommend you pick this game up
  46. JudasKiss12
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    Giving this a 10 simply to offset the troll reviews giving it a 0 with no purpose but to drop the overall score. My actual review would be a 9/10, for the record. Real review follows:

    In 2001, gamers were treated to a one-of-a-kind experience from Capcom that featured a rich, atmospheric world, some mind-bending puzzles, great enemy designs, and some truly impressive weaponry. All of    Giving this a 10 simply to offset the troll reviews giving it a 0 with no purpose but to drop the overall score. My actual review would be a 9/10, for the record. Real review follows:

    In 2001, gamers were treated to a one-of-a-kind experience from Capcom that featured a rich, atmospheric world, some mind-bending puzzles, great enemy designs, and some truly impressive weaponry. All of this was topped off with gameplay that married that of Resident Evil and Onimusha and put us in control of a white-haired, trenchcoat wearing badass named Dante. Gamers fell in love, and I distinctly remember playing into the wee hours of the morning, fighting my way through Hell until I exacted my revenge on Mundus.

    Fast-forward 12 years, and Capcom has decided to recapture the magic the first DMC had with their Ninja Theory-developed reboot, DmC: Devil May Cry. Some of the series staples were gone...lock-on disappeared, the 60 frames per second benchmark was removed in favor of a stable 30 frames per second, and the styles that reinvigorated the series with DMC3 and DMC4 were noticeably absent. It was with extreme skepticism that I placed the disc into my Xbox 360, crossed my fingers, and prepared for the worst. Instead, after roughly 15 hours, I had finished the game and couldn't help but feel I just played something incredible.

    DmC: Devil May Cry Definitive Edition is two things: a fresh reimagination of the DMC franchise and characters, and a love letter to fans of the original Devil May Cry. Whereas DMC3 and 4, while great games, became purely focused on the combat and stylish aspect of the series, DmC returned the series back to the explorative, puzzle-oriented gameplay of the first while still retaining the flashy combat the series has become known for. Unlike DMC3/4, which had enemies that were (at times, quite literally) mindless ragdolls littered around the area for Dante to abuse, DmC returned the feeling of hostility and danger that was absent in the series since the first entry. In DMC1 I wasn't sure of the horrors that faced me but, when push came to shove, I knew Dante was plenty powerful enough to fight back. In DMC3/4, Capcom had made Dante so ridiculously overpowered that I couldn't help but wonder why demons would even attack him in the first place...it was a surefire loss on their part. In DmC, Dante feels vulnerable and relies on the player to tap into his power to make it through each stage.

    Once you do, and you begin to learn the intricacies of Dante's fighting abilities, you're in for some of the tightest, most fluid combat I've experienced in a video game since the release of Ninja Gaiden Black on the original Xbox. Each swing of the sword has a great feeling of weight and momentum behind it, and the enemies react accordingly. Animations are smooth with no noticeable hiccups or skips, and the crisp sound design accents the feeling of "oomph" behind each blow. The varied weapons add to the complexity of the combat, and Capcom made sure to integrate easy controls as to not detract from the flow of combat. Pulling L2 or R2 to equip different weapons became second-nature, and not once did I have to fight the camera as I did in DMC3 and DMC4.

    In the original release of DmC, the game had a few decisions I wasn't exactly fond of: color-coded enemies, a 30 FPS cap, and the disappearance of lock-on. All of these problems were remedied in the Definitive Edition, with the framerate bumped back up to 60 FPS, the use of color-specific weapons on certain enemies eliminated, and lock-on reinstated. As in the older games of the series, the lock-on cursor displays the enemy's remaining health and keeps the enemy squared in your sights. To adjust for this, Capcom tweaked the controls to make some moves executable whether Dante is locked-on to the enemies of not. A nice touch that I greatly appreciated.

    The Definitive Edition comes with all DLC weapon skins included, as well as additional costumes (including a DMC1 costume...a very welcome addition for diehard fans of the first like myself), the Vergil's Downfall add-on campaign, the return of the Bloody Palace mode, and two new difficulty modes. For $40, DmC: DE is a steal, and a welcome addition to the next-gen games lineup.    … Expand
  47. Licherus
    Jul 10, 2016
    10
    This is the best Slasher of 2013. Best gameplay of the series and fantastic
    atmosphere. One big minus is a characters and story, but story was never best side of the franchise. New modes is interesting and fun and of course gorgeous 1080p60fps
  48. JayLightBar
    Mar 10, 2015
    8
    There's a lot to love with this game. Intense fighting action, an interesting twist with the Devil May Cry story, and all the dlc packaged in for a yummy load of extras. The game plays great, looks good (though not much to comparison with current gen games) has an amazing soundtrack. I love DMC, and in my opinion, other than Devil May Cry 3, nothing compares within the series.
  49. Gamemonster
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    WOW this game is incredible! The dreamy worlds, badass enemies, epic comabt and the whole feel of the game really sucked me in. Never played a DMC before and glad i didn't because the fluid 60fps makes this so much better!
    Only miniscule minus I have is the rock music in combat. Although I do like the music I feel it pulls me a little bit out of the excitement and atmoshpere this game    WOW this game is incredible! The dreamy worlds, badass enemies, epic comabt and the whole feel of the game really sucked me in. Never played a DMC before and glad i didn't because the fluid 60fps makes this so much better!
    Only miniscule minus I have is the rock music in combat. Although I do like the music I feel it pulls me a little bit out of the excitement and atmoshpere this game delivers. It's still a solid 10 for me.    … Expand
  50. Sneely3
    Mar 18, 2015
    9
    This may be the best playing devil may cry to date. The game is hella cheesy, but the gameplay and gorgeous environments more than make up for it. The alternate skins available from the start of the game was a joy because I prefer the original Dante, though the new Dante looks awesome in combat. I'm playing through again on turbo/son of sparta mode and find the challenge rewarding. ThereThis may be the best playing devil may cry to date. The game is hella cheesy, but the gameplay and gorgeous environments more than make up for it. The alternate skins available from the start of the game was a joy because I prefer the original Dante, though the new Dante looks awesome in combat. I'm playing through again on turbo/son of sparta mode and find the challenge rewarding. There are several ridiculous difficulties afterword I've yet to attempt, so the most hard core of gamers should be satisfied. My first complaint would be that a lot of levels are just scattered platforms with sexy backdrops, but the sin is forgivable because the rest of the game is so expertly crafted. At 40 dollars, this is a stellar action game with high replay thanks to the added DLC and variable combat. The plot is cool and ambitious yet way to over the top to be taken seriously. The last Demon Boss is also a let down, but again, buy this game fools.… Expand
  51. Cody1999
    Jul 20, 2018
    8
    first devil may cry game and a great one at that, aside from Dante's understandable hated change the gameplay story and characters are well written and acted (with the exception of a few lines) the games is a worthy entry in the franchise and should be in every gamers collection
  52. SeanGamerDays
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    First of, I understimate this game. I fought it will be like Crytek bulls--t (because the description the game was focusing about graphics too much 1080p 60fps +Crystal Dynamic texture and s--t) It's not really important for the game to run 60fps because it F--KING BULLS--T! Gameplay is the most important aspect... The story got a little weird at first (but who the f--k cares?) Because,First of, I understimate this game. I fought it will be like Crytek bulls--t (because the description the game was focusing about graphics too much 1080p 60fps +Crystal Dynamic texture and s--t) It's not really important for the game to run 60fps because it F--KING BULLS--T! Gameplay is the most important aspect... The story got a little weird at first (but who the f--k cares?) Because, the Capcom DmC 1,2,3,4 was really confusing about this arroant sonofab--ch Dante just come in, and say, "Hi guys, ur a demon right? Mind if cut your goddamn bones?". Yeah, it's fun you kill alot of demon everyday... :)… Expand
  53. mikehettfield
    Apr 12, 2016
    8
    great game, never get tired of playing it, amazing soundtrack, i liked a lot how they normalized the aesthetic away from the anime stuff we saw on 3 and 4, thos dante is more human than the original, but the very first Dante is the best one for me.
  54. True_Gamer_
    Mar 10, 2015
    9
    All fanboys of the DMC4 going to hate this game, but is definitely one of the best hack n' slash games ever.

    .............

    Anyway, haters gonna hate.
  55. Garrett_Watts
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This re-release is brilliant, bad-ass, and clean as a whistle. Thank you NinjaTheory, it looks beautiful and I have never been more in love with Dante.… Expand
  56. Del-Buzzards
    Mar 10, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There Are Weapons in this Game .… Expand
  57. Denzelco
    Mar 12, 2015
    7
    Devil May Cry is a good game but there is no reason of making a more HD version of the game. DMC Definitive Edition did nothing new but just make it look better and then you want to tell me about the new costumes but that does not warrant a butter looking game with the same controls. even the makers of this game know it just a copy and paste game that the game is $40 it not worth buyDevil May Cry is a good game but there is no reason of making a more HD version of the game. DMC Definitive Edition did nothing new but just make it look better and then you want to tell me about the new costumes but that does not warrant a butter looking game with the same controls. even the makers of this game know it just a copy and paste game that the game is $40 it not worth buy unless your a DMC reboot fan. this game gets a 7/8 the game is good but just copying a game and putting it on other consoles instead working on I don't the sequel too the game.… Expand
  58. KjoDevilHunterS
    Jul 1, 2018
    0
    Thanks Capcom&Ninja Theory for forever tainting Devil May Cry.
    Because of this Devil May Cry 5 looks terrible.
  59. DrZomboid
    Nov 5, 2015
    6
    Probably the worst DMC alongside with DMC2. Combat is awesome and well crafted but everything else is pretty boring. It is actually 6.5/7 but cant give 7...
  60. Chell_R
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    It's nothing: like DMC. --And it's no wonder... why people HATED, this wretched piece of sh*t, teeny bopping, edgelord...

    TRASH --- "game."
  61. cip224
    Mar 16, 2015
    0
    i finish it on ps3 game is good a lot of fan but this version on ps4 is 1080p and nothing more pliiiis do new games ps4 is not strong now .... i ask when you do something new ehhhhh
  62. No1Livz4ever
    Mar 15, 2015
    0
    This is not a Devil May Cry. NT totally ruined title with this reboot. This game looks like bad parody of original games with poor combat system, bad protagonist etc. I want to forget this shame and I hope we'll never see a sequel/prequel/whatever of this crap.
  63. neutral22
    Mar 30, 2015
    1
    Another lazy HD remake of a mediocre last gen game.

    I'd say this game is for fans of the last one only, in that it feels (and doesn't deny it) like a linear hack'n slash 3rd person adventure / platform game. Reviews are subjective to the reviewers taste, and truth is, this isn't my favourite genre, nor is it a PS4 (or XBO for that matter) game worth spending money on. Perhaps    Another lazy HD remake of a mediocre last gen game.

    I'd say this game is for fans of the last one only, in that it feels (and doesn't deny it) like a linear hack'n slash 3rd person adventure / platform game.

    Reviews are subjective to the reviewers taste, and truth is, this isn't my favourite genre, nor is it a PS4 (or XBO for that matter) game worth spending money on.

    Perhaps worth picking up if it's free over PS+ , NT was clever to release it now before the PS4's game Library grows further, this Will soon be forgotten.

    As for the game itself?
    It's pretty, it's fluid, yet it serves a one track story that you in no way can influence, you're merely a "TV-Viewer (without the reality TV vote button)". These days that's a big flaw in my part after playing tons of amazing RPGs, branching story-lines is luckily something we see in more and more games.

    DMC's not a game that manages to keep one interested for more than one playthrough at most.

    Avoid    … Expand
  64. bugalugz
    Apr 2, 2015
    4
    this game is average i dont know how it got good reviews its not as fun as the other dmc games and it has put me of this sort of game i will be passing on this id rather watch paint dry.
  65. Llufo
    Oct 12, 2016
    7
    One of the best Hack and Slash titles I have played. Combat is visually amazing and in terms of gameplay simple but fun. It has a good plot and very charismatic music.
  66. AugustoSisti
    Mar 28, 2015
    1
    Good was the time when games were only in memory , today any change leads to new title and the game be reissued a bonus mouth or half put the game in HD. Unfortunately the series Devil May Cry is gone, this is just another mediocre game trying to do with the name of a great franchise . full of ideas and poorly executed without any reasons being relaunched , DMC definitive edition is just aGood was the time when games were only in memory , today any change leads to new title and the game be reissued a bonus mouth or half put the game in HD. Unfortunately the series Devil May Cry is gone, this is just another mediocre game trying to do with the name of a great franchise . full of ideas and poorly executed without any reasons being relaunched , DMC definitive edition is just a re-release to make money with something that did not work the first time.… Expand
  67. yahya_no_1
    Jul 16, 2020
    2
    Worst Devil May Cry game I played next to DMC 2

    It's not even the same series, unlikable douchebag and his douchebag brother, villain is a joke and the story was written by a child who just started to learn how to swear.

    Even with the improvements, it does nothing to win me over
  68. Philli_86
    May 23, 2015
    7
    I have always been a DmC fan since its conception years ago on the PS2. The series has always been action packed and full of hidden events and weapons keeping players busy replaying levels to find every secret for hours on end. I would have given the original a 10/10 but this is just a simple graphical update being resold on PS4 to try and drain the players pockets who are avid fans ofI have always been a DmC fan since its conception years ago on the PS2. The series has always been action packed and full of hidden events and weapons keeping players busy replaying levels to find every secret for hours on end. I would have given the original a 10/10 but this is just a simple graphical update being resold on PS4 to try and drain the players pockets who are avid fans of DmC. Releasing an old game with no new features or additional content is a slap in the face to gamers that screams Capcom isn't interested in anything but profits. I highly recommend steering clear of this title unless you absolutely have to have the graphics update or missed out on the PS3.… Expand
  69. SnakePliskin
    Mar 31, 2015
    7
    STORY: 7/10 - Great narrative, but overall story is simplistic. The presentation of the game is very good with super cool effects. Plot-wise I expected more.

    GAMEPLAY: 9/10- Responsive controls, fluid, solid action. The game is respectful towards the gamer, no cheap-uneven game overs! SOUND: 7/10 Not my kind of music but very true to the original DmC (PS2) and suits the action packed    STORY: 7/10 - Great narrative, but overall story is simplistic. The presentation of the game is very good with super cool effects. Plot-wise I expected more.

    GAMEPLAY: 9/10- Responsive controls, fluid, solid action. The game is respectful towards the gamer, no cheap-uneven game overs!

    SOUND: 7/10 Not my kind of music but very true to the original DmC (PS2) and suits the action packed aura.

    GRAPHICS: 7/10 This is a PS3 remasteredmversion. Don't expect pure PS4 quality here but definitely looks good and the 60Hz 1080p make a big difference especially for this type of game.

    FINAL SCORE: 7/10 DmC is a good game with mediocre story that can, however, become better with a potential sequel. Solid gameplay and great flow in combat, this is a game for hack n' slash enthusiasts. Good effort from Ninja Theory.    … Expand
  70. kyle20ellis
    Apr 14, 2020
    7
    Devil May Cry is a good game but there is no reason of making a more HD version of the game. DMC Definitive Edition did nothing new but just make it look better and then you want to tell me about the new costumes but that does not warrant a butter looking game with the same controls. even the makers of this game know it just a copy and paste game that the game is $40 it not worth buyDevil May Cry is a good game but there is no reason of making a more HD version of the game. DMC Definitive Edition did nothing new but just make it look better and then you want to tell me about the new costumes but that does not warrant a butter looking game with the same controls. even the makers of this game know it just a copy and paste game that the game is $40 it not worth buy unless your a DMC reboot fan. this game gets a 7/8 the game is good but just copying a game and putting it on other consoles instead working on I don't the sequel too the game.… Expand
  71. BMX999
    Jun 23, 2016
    5
    REGULAR:

    Ahi dos cosas que nadie puede desconocer del juego, lo primero es el sistema de combate si bien es cierto la galeria de movimientos no es tan amplia, ni ofrece las mismas posibilidades que juegos anteriores de la saga, el manejo de los controles es muy versatil y es increiblemente intutivo a diferencias de los anterios juegos que es mas dificil el control de personajes, los    REGULAR:

    Ahi dos cosas que nadie puede desconocer del juego, lo primero es el sistema de combate si bien es cierto la galeria de movimientos no es tan amplia, ni ofrece las mismas posibilidades que juegos anteriores de la saga, el manejo de los controles es muy versatil y es increiblemente intutivo a diferencias de los anterios juegos que es mas dificil el control de personajes, los analogos sirven para cambiar estilos de combates, pero ambos tienen el mismo fin, (en esta parte hubiera sido mejor dejar unos analogos para espadas y otro para pistolas, lo otro es que en posibles seria mejor que si se pudiera personalizar que armas se quiere y cuales no, muchos no somos hardcore gamers y solo ulizamos la escopeta o las pistolas o la espada y la oz, eso es una sugerencia personal) y lo segundo es el estilo grafico, tiene mapas hermosos (yo diria los 3 o 4 primeros), desaprovechados, pero hermosos (pudieron hacerlos mas grandes mas inmersivos) y segundo la presentacion de la interfaz desde los estilos, los nombres (excelentes), el estilo grafity con sus letras blancas y su fondo negro, lo adoro, solo por eso le daria un diez, como van saliendo los estilos, yo diria reforzar la parte de que a medida de que subes de estilo suena la cancion mas y mas duro, se siente bien la subida de adrenalina; ya el interfaz del menu, no tanto, me parece que le falta dinamismo, parecen, muy sosos y aburridos, (con ese linea artistica urbana que quisieron meter porque no utilizarla y hacerlos mas agresivos con simbolos, pinturas, dibujos sketchs, con mas impacto al presentar el menu con animaciones agresivas).

    ahora lo que no me gusto, los personajes, la historia, y en parte los enemigos en especial los jefes.
    los personajes no tienen el carisma de los juegos anteriores, no estan bien explotados, la niña que aparece solo esta como excusa, es solo un adorno mas, totalmete sexista esta parte, dante es demasiado superficial y poco divertido, vergil es mas como un personaje sin caracter, no se entienden las motivaciones que lo impulsan, no es un personaje ni remotamente memorable, tiene un desarrollo mas profundo en el DLC, y parece en ese punto mas atractivo, pero igual sigue siendo muy debil la definicion del personaje, su historia y su transfondo, los villanos, planos a morir son aburridos.
    la historia, una mimica muy mal hecha de otras historias que han tocado el mismo tema, lo mejor en vez de querer presentar el mundo de una sola vez, hubiera sido desarrollar una historia mas pequeña y menos tragica y transcendental, con un microuniverso que permitira la expansion posterior presenta lineas generales basicas pero nada absoluto, ejemplo el mundo divido coextiste con demonios y angeles al mismo tiempo, pero quien gobierna no se sabe en el momento, padres no se sabe, que tan grande es el universo no se sabe... un segmento pequeño de historia pero mejor trabajado.
    los jefes, son absurdos, las peleas son aburridas y poco entretenidas, y con esto termino un buen ejemplo de como se debe hacer un jefe es el de ( y me perdonaran por que no recuerdo nombres) es el perro grande rojo de vindictus que camina en dos patas y lleva un mazo, porque es un buen jefe, tiene una amplia galeria de movimientos, se pueden utilizar trampas con el, se puede utilizar el mismo entorno en contra de el y permite la opcion de estudiarlo por que no es inmensamente grande, (que no entiendo cual es la obsesion con el tamaño, los jefes pequeños o medianos son los mejores y mas divertidos, los grandes por el contrario son lo mas tediosos del mundo, no solo por que son super faciles sino que no permiten una libertad de movimiento razonable, y el daño que hacen es ridiculo para su tamaño)    … Expand
  72. jrdnnn
    Mar 15, 2019
    6
    A flawed but enjoyable experience, DmC tries many new things and while a lot of these are unwelcome, a handful really hit the mark. Firstly, the visual design of this game is incredible, and I for one prefer the neon haze of DmC's Limbo to the dreary environments from the prior entries. The floating chunks of destroyed structures, eye-melting lighting effects, gnarled demonic growths andA flawed but enjoyable experience, DmC tries many new things and while a lot of these are unwelcome, a handful really hit the mark. Firstly, the visual design of this game is incredible, and I for one prefer the neon haze of DmC's Limbo to the dreary environments from the prior entries. The floating chunks of destroyed structures, eye-melting lighting effects, gnarled demonic growths and swirling clouds and rain make for one of the most unique settings I've encountered. In particular, the fairground, nightclub and television station levels were gorgeous to behold and have to be seen to be believed. The sound production, from chunky sword and gun hits to the fantastic rave/heavy metal soundtrack by Noisia and Combichrist, complements the environments so well. The creativity behind the surface features of this game have to be commended, and some truly unique boss fights will stay with me for a long time.

    Combat is good, but has issues. The angel/demon shoulder button control scheme is great, and the change between quick angel weapons and heavy demon weapons makes for a dynamic fighting style alongside the classic sword and gun combo. The whole thing just doesn't come together as effectively as I wanted it to, and although moment-to-moment combat is fluid, transitioning between foes is clunky and disjointed. This is especially evident when fighting the nimble teleporting assassins in the late game, who make a mockery of the control system and make Dante feel totally incapable. Some button placement and awkward positioning mechanics stop this excelling to heights that Nier: Automata has achieved or even Bayonetta years before DmC was released. The difficulty is also very artificial, with cheapness replacing challenge in higher levels, not in tune with DMC classics, especially when the default mode (and bosses) are so easy. There are a fair few colectibles but I never felt any incentive to complete them, and doubt I'll ever play again. All in all, the combat is functional and quite fun but seems severely limited even by the mid-game point.

    Now on to the biggest negative for me...the story and characters. This is a common complaint from DmC but the fact that it kind of takes itself seriously betrays the entire ethos around DMC as a franchise. Dante is extremely unlikable, Vergil loses all credibility as a morally-grey anti-hero and Kat is simply boring. Even Mundus is two-dimensional. The story is not riveting in any way, and the late game twist made my eyes roll due to the terrible writing not even setting it up. The anti-capitalism angle is fine but just terribly executed. I, and I think everyone else, would prefer some ridiculous, over-the-top, heaven vs. hell narrative to this drivel, which apes the mind-controlling soft drink angle completely from Futurama. I'll never forgive this.

    Anyway, DmC is fine. It has a lot of issues, not to mention numerous bugs (I counted 4 different times my game crashed, all for different reasons), which is unacceptable for a 'definitive edition' of a game with many prior entries to draw inspiration for. Unlike the visuals, this is actually quite a dull game unfortunately, but I did enjoy my time with it by focusing on its production values instead of the OK combat and dire storytelling.    … Expand
  73. Darkvenom39
    Apr 16, 2018
    7
    It could have been a lot more better basically im a huge dmc fan i have played the 4 originals on the ps2 and ps3 and i have all the remasters on the ps4 with dmc 2013 that i have touched for the first time. overall as angry joe explains it really is a 7/10 game what ever he said in that review is exactly what i think about this game its great it could be fun but as a fun im disappointed.It could have been a lot more better basically im a huge dmc fan i have played the 4 originals on the ps2 and ps3 and i have all the remasters on the ps4 with dmc 2013 that i have touched for the first time. overall as angry joe explains it really is a 7/10 game what ever he said in that review is exactly what i think about this game its great it could be fun but as a fun im disappointed. the dlc is nice and the vergil expansion is useless and lame ! it answers the end game question of what is happening with virgil but all the direction is lame and there is not even a cast just cartoonish cut scenes witch could have been a lot more and dont give you any affection or love for virgil what so ever overall the expansion is **** but the main game is great ! I still prefer the 4 originals dmc's witch i gave them a 9 and a 10 but this reboot is so poorly made i wish ninja theory wont make another reboot and let the original developers handle the franchise.… Expand
  74. DravisKyle
    Nov 25, 2019
    2
    I am not giving this game a 2 because of the game itself, but rather the spit that Ninja Theory threw at the fanbase.

    While the new generation of gamers will not understand this, DMC: Devil May Cry, it's basically a **** you" to all of the original fans. DMC used to be a niche game, few knew of the saga, just like Resident Evil (before the 4) was. If this game were a spin-off, then    I am not giving this game a 2 because of the game itself, but rather the spit that Ninja Theory threw at the fanbase.

    While the new generation of gamers will not understand this, DMC: Devil May Cry, it's basically a **** you" to all of the original fans.

    DMC used to be a niche game, few knew of the saga, just like Resident Evil (before the 4) was.
    If this game were a spin-off, then it's fine, no harm done.
    But the game was going to be a reboot, to the "new generation" of gamers, which didn't happen.

    The infamous "Not in a million years" was the spit at everyone who loved the franchise by the developers.

    And if you think the game should have a higher score, even when release.
    Remember this.

    Without us, the original fanbase of Devil May Cry, you would have never had DMC 4 and DMC 5, which that last one, is simply, a masterpiece of a game.    … Expand
  75. SrCre
    Mar 11, 2020
    4
    [ ] Perfect
    [ ] Awesome
    [ ] Good
    [x] Good Bad
    [ ] Fail

    Não vejo necessidade em escrever um longo texto analisando uma arte, a nota é apenas um conselho para saber o quanto ela vale para sua vida.

    I see no need to write a long text analyzing an art, the note is just a piece of advice to know how much it is worth in your life.
  76. Shane2112
    Mar 27, 2020
    7
    The Definition Edition of DmC: Devil May Cry, fixes some issues that fans had with the original DmC, and that's the step in the right direction. They made more accessible for newcomers and old fans alike, with the new Gods Must Die difficulty, hardcore mode, different Dante Skins from previous games and more. Eventhough the game doesn't look all that impressive, it really does play well asThe Definition Edition of DmC: Devil May Cry, fixes some issues that fans had with the original DmC, and that's the step in the right direction. They made more accessible for newcomers and old fans alike, with the new Gods Must Die difficulty, hardcore mode, different Dante Skins from previous games and more. Eventhough the game doesn't look all that impressive, it really does play well as Ninja Theory sacrificed graphic quality for a smoother performance. The combat has been improved and the addition of a lock on feature as been added so you can take on those annoying flying demons that throw bombs at you. If you haven't played DmC, I would recommend it, it is a great game standalone, but as a Devil May Cry game, it doesn't stand up to DMC1, DMC3 or DMC5.… Expand
  77. reveiwbetermeta
    Sep 6, 2020
    0
    Absolute garbage!!! Couldn't follow the devil may cry series properly for this game. I couldn't have fun with this game even though I had an absolute blast with the other games in this franchise. Capcom wtf did you do??? Red and blue so complicated why did you take enjoyment away from this game. Couldn't of come up with anything better? I guess not thats why Im returning this game, totalAbsolute garbage!!! Couldn't follow the devil may cry series properly for this game. I couldn't have fun with this game even though I had an absolute blast with the other games in this franchise. Capcom wtf did you do??? Red and blue so complicated why did you take enjoyment away from this game. Couldn't of come up with anything better? I guess not thats why Im returning this game, total waste of time.… Expand
  78. ElCaptain
    Jul 19, 2020
    7
    Not sure why people dislike this game when it is clearly better than the disaster that was DMC4
  79. Carloss1997
    Mar 31, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Two brother with differenct perspective, a sad backstory and .... wait, who care just chilling and slay everyone. The story is in there becasuse it is an expectation, but that's all. The dlc with vergil however was 10/10, since i beat it in every difficulty expect one.… Expand
  80. MaxieZeus
    Sep 5, 2022
    4
    Gameplay is ok with a **** story and cringy dialogue that misses the whole point of the original series. Don't recommend buying it since the original story continuous.
  81. filip92
    Jul 9, 2022
    8
    Definitely an underrated game. Beautiful visuals, and good bossfights. With the DLC's, definitely worth the money.
  82. Dandan2212
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    jogo excelente!o novo dante é muito melhor que o dante viadinho de cabelo branco pelo menos esse come mulher e tem jeito de homem sem dizer o combate fluido!
  83. KratosKong
    Jun 15, 2019
    9
    Reboot de la aclamada saga de Capcom. Muy buen Hack n slash que recibió unas criticas inmerecidas por parte de los usuarios debido al diseño del personajes principal respecto a la saga principal. Es el mejor de la saga junto al primero y el tercero.
  84. hector_bcn98
    Nov 16, 2022
    7
    Para ser sincero, no recuerdo demasiado de este juego. Era el primer Devil May Cry que jugaba y no lo sentí tan malo. Es cierto que el Dante original le pega unas cuantas patadas a este, pero es disfrutable. Lo que no me explico es por qué decidieron hacer un reboot, después vieron con el 5 que el público quiere seguir con la línea clásica.
  85. metabotnot
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    Great performance on PS4, awesome soundtrack, fun gameplay. I liked this DMC the most, even after finishing V.
    Cutscenes could be more epic and little bit more ridiculus tho
  86. VioIrdsGX
    Dec 23, 2021
    8
    I liked the weapons and the style of the game that yes, but I would give the characters 6/10 because the appearance of the characters are not original (for that it is an alternative game), what I also do not understand is that Dante also It is half angel but the original considers it half human, what I did like is that it still has the Vergil DLC in the game, since that is what I amI liked the weapons and the style of the game that yes, but I would give the characters 6/10 because the appearance of the characters are not original (for that it is an alternative game), what I also do not understand is that Dante also It is half angel but the original considers it half human, what I did like is that it still has the Vergil DLC in the game, since that is what I am missing in playing it, but the game is still good for those who want to.… Expand
  87. Angelfuk83
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    Hay que ser muy cerrado de mente para puntuar esta maravilla de juego con un 0 porque no sigue la saga principal, la variedad de armas, enemigos, movimientos, gráficos es excelente, se trata de un universo paralelo, un spin off y es el mejor spin off de un juego que jamás he visto, muy por encima de DMC 4.
  88. nfs7379
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    9/10.......................................................................
  89. goddomove
    May 17, 2022
    7
    If it hadn't been for the legacy of the classic series this game would have been a great slasher series on its own. Ninja Theory put a lot of effort into art and gameplay so the game feels and looks interesting enough to return to, especially as a separate experience from the main series.
    With that in mind the weakest part of the game has to be its story still. The plot-points are    If it hadn't been for the legacy of the classic series this game would have been a great slasher series on its own. Ninja Theory put a lot of effort into art and gameplay so the game feels and looks interesting enough to return to, especially as a separate experience from the main series.
    With that in mind the weakest part of the game has to be its story still. The plot-points are pretentious and very dull, being on the nose they often make you cringe with how crudely they're put together. It makes for nice set-pieces and very creative visuals despite everything mentioned before. So even if you ignore superior classic DMC lore, it's still a naive tale with very straightforward delivery.

    The highlight of the game is it's gameplay, it's more approachable than the main series yet still provides a challenge (granted not nearly as difficult as the main series of course). This re-release also gives smooth 60 fps performance so desperately missing from the original release and the combo style system is stricter, the fighting balance is tweaked, so that it's a bit more difficult than the original game. In general it's a modded PC version which should've been released in the first place.

    If you come into this fresh you will enjoy it, but maybe not the story and the writing, if you have already played it you won't find much in it unless you really love the game and/or for some reason haven't played it on PC. If you're a fan of the classic series, try to look at it as a separate experience and you might get into the combat.

    Overall, very solid, but the writing is cringe.    … Expand
  90. klaaz
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    A game that both visually and gameplay is very well achieved. A pity that suffered the unjustified hate of the fans of the dmc saga since it is a great game and does not deserve it.
  91. TheKoichiGod
    Feb 21, 2023
    10
    gotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygotygoty
  92. Naked_Snakee
    Mar 27, 2023
    6
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.

Awards & Rankings

28
#28 Best PS4 Game of 2015
42
#42 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
76
#76 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 53 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 53
  3. Negative: 0 out of 53
  1. GameCritics
    Dec 27, 2015
    75
    While it's a solid action title, DmC doesn't measure up to the queen of the genre, Bayonetta. Ninja Theory's combat and graphic design illustrate their talent, but the weaker environmental exploration and narrative make the game an uneven package. Fans of the action genre may find a lot to love, but for most, this is a title better left in Limbo.
    Read full review
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 26, 2015
    80
    No-brainer for ardent fans. Everybody else should wait for a price drop. [May 2015, p75]
  3. CD-Action
    Apr 30, 2015
    75
    In terms of the story and exploration it’s still DmC, but look at the rebalanced combat and you’ll see the good old DMC. [05/2015, p.78]
See all critic reviews »