Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition

 PlayStation 5
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 437 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 355 out of 437
  2. Mixed: 45 out of 437
  3. Negative: 37 out of 437
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  1. Vzobel
    Sep 6, 2023
    8
    Devil May Cry 5 brings a lot to the table, with so many variety of playable characters and a lot of replay value. The issue is the very predictable story. However the game-play enhances a fun experience overall.
  2. Kustrim
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Dante:"It's over Vergil! Devils Never Cry!
    Vergil:"That's where you're wrong Dante, Devil May Cry™ "
  3. DanyFed
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Just for the combat system game deserves the credit. You could spend 100 hours mastering it.
  4. Lastnight1
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    That's a amazing game.Fight,boss is wonderful and finally i have played as vergil , i think you give chance this game
  5. MasterTiger4
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    A must buy game for any Action game fans, especially a DMC fan.
    This is the climax of the entire series.
  6. Raizsthorm
    Aug 15, 2023
    7
    It was a fun ride, even though a bit short !
    Playing differents characters, trying their abilities and power was entertaining. And the pacing of the game is well done
  7. Ciao5
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Questo gioco è il mio preferito della saga ed soprattutto mi è piaciuto molto per la grafica per i personaggi in sè e le missioni ma soprattutto per le boss fight,la mia preferita è quella di dante contro vergil. La special edition anche lei mi è piaciuta molto e vergil come personaggio è fighissimo per le sue mosse e anche come personaggio in sè ovviamente… Expand
  8. Potet69
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    Most fun game I have played so far.‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  9. thenew3381
    Jun 29, 2023
    8
    A well rounded gameplay, a fantastic graphic and memorable characters are enough to carry the game. But the plot and a level design not really inspired like this don’t feet very well with the rest. A 7.5 is good for this. With the unlocked fps and dlc I give this an 8
  10. Whatthehelldude
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    second best gameplay after 4 and second best story after 3. Overall, it took the number 1 place in the series.
  11. Caroldaxotagran
    Jun 27, 2023
    3
    Esse jogo é horrível em todos os sentidos, que porcaria mal feita e essa capcom?
  12. someolddude
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    This is the first DMC I played. For the first 10 hours I honestly didn't get it. It seemed like an easy button mashing game. Also, having to hold R1 felt stupid and finger cramping.
    But then I got the game: you are not meant to defeat enemies here, you are meant to *destroy* them like some black belt master ninja badass. Pulling off those crazy combos switching weapons/styles/moves    This is the first DMC I played. For the first 10 hours I honestly didn't get it. It seemed like an easy button mashing game. Also, having to hold R1 felt stupid and finger cramping.
    But then I got the game: you are not meant to defeat enemies here, you are meant to *destroy* them like some black belt master ninja badass. Pulling off those crazy combos switching weapons/styles/moves leaving enemies like "wtf just happened?", and getting an "S" rank is tough, and very satisfying. The skill cap in these games is the highest I've ever seen. The graphics. sound and ost are among the best I've ever seen also.
    After multiple playthroughs of dmc5 I got dmc 1 and 3, and enjoyed those too, be warned that those are much older and somewhat janky.    … Expand
  13. Nekoking698
    May 26, 2023
    8
    les Devil May Cry reste toujours une sources sur, graphiquement super l'histoire très bien les boss comme d'habitude ^^
  14. KomaKuga
    May 20, 2023
    6
    Tried to get into the game but honestly it's very hard. Combat while complex to me seems to be lacking a good way to transition the player from being "bad" to "good". Controls felt clunky and after playing other hack n slashes I feel like there's better games out there. I think Bayonetta does a better job at introducing its controls and have a more fluent but also complex combat system.Tried to get into the game but honestly it's very hard. Combat while complex to me seems to be lacking a good way to transition the player from being "bad" to "good". Controls felt clunky and after playing other hack n slashes I feel like there's better games out there. I think Bayonetta does a better job at introducing its controls and have a more fluent but also complex combat system.

    I understand some people will enjoy this game more than me. But i think if anyone's going to buy this game they should be aware that the skill ceiling might not make it enjoyable for everyone.    … Expand
  15. juniortiger
    May 17, 2023
    10
    I love story and lot action and excellent graphic and haptic feedback control
  16. walking_meme
    May 14, 2023
    9
    i love this franchise to death and that may make my opinion on this game a bit biased, i think that this game is a top tier hack and slash with beautiful graphics, goofy dmc humor, and amazing gameplay. The gameplay lacks a bit of snap that dmc 3 has and it only feels satisfying when you're playing as Vergil which on the other hand makes the game too easy, the bosses on their own aren'ti love this franchise to death and that may make my opinion on this game a bit biased, i think that this game is a top tier hack and slash with beautiful graphics, goofy dmc humor, and amazing gameplay. The gameplay lacks a bit of snap that dmc 3 has and it only feels satisfying when you're playing as Vergil which on the other hand makes the game too easy, the bosses on their own aren't the best gameplay wise, although the killer soundtrack saves it, i still think that even with it's flaws, this is the definitive DEVIL MAY CRY experience… Expand
  17. AESHOFF
    Apr 28, 2023
    7
    Devil May Cry 5 is great game with extreme good playable characters and combo styles. But unlilke dmc devilmay cry we play same story as every characters same places and enemy styles. There were diffrent places for vergil in dmc game but not in five. Also story is ****
  18. Dalmane
    Apr 26, 2023
    4
    The dodge mechanic, the sole way to avpid damage isn't reliable or responsive. You can be not in the middle of an attack, spamming the dodge command, and your character simply won't dodge about half the time. Other times the dodge actually occurs, but you still get hit.

    Garbage controls and mechanics result in an unfun, frustrating, artificial difficulty fest. But I'm sure some people    The dodge mechanic, the sole way to avpid damage isn't reliable or responsive. You can be not in the middle of an attack, spamming the dodge command, and your character simply won't dodge about half the time. Other times the dodge actually occurs, but you still get hit.

    Garbage controls and mechanics result in an unfun, frustrating, artificial difficulty fest. But I'm sure some people will bang their heads against the wall until the game lets them win, and feel proud about themselves. Hence, the high ratings.

    Don't pay one red cent for this dumpster fire.    … Expand
  19. Thegamesup
    Apr 3, 2023
    8
    اللعبه جميله ..................................................................
  20. Naked_Snakee
    Mar 27, 2023
    8
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.
  21. Onnix
    Mar 25, 2023
    10
    Wacky woohoo pizza man with his twin brother sitting a plastic chair and his without child support
  22. Jexshyy
    Feb 28, 2023
    8
    DEVIL MAY CRY IS BACK BABY! Such a great game with a in-depth combat system, challenging gameplay and a BADASS soundtrack! The way the music advances the more style you get from D to SSS is so fun and unique. The game’s story will not make sense to anyone who hasn’t played the older games, but thankfully they made a video on the title screen to get a recap or learn about the story to haveDEVIL MAY CRY IS BACK BABY! Such a great game with a in-depth combat system, challenging gameplay and a BADASS soundtrack! The way the music advances the more style you get from D to SSS is so fun and unique. The game’s story will not make sense to anyone who hasn’t played the older games, but thankfully they made a video on the title screen to get a recap or learn about the story to have a much better understanding of it. The only reason I rate it 8 is the **** micro transactions that basically make you skip the game. You are a lazy sack of **** if you buy the red and blue orbs btw. The super characters that you unlock after beating one of the hardest difficulties is a great reward, but yet again you can buy these from the game store you have on your console. If you enjoy 3D Hack-and-slash games then I SERIOUSLY recommend buying if you don’t own it already.… Expand
  23. TheKoichiGod
    Feb 21, 2023
    10
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  24. EstebanRLS
    Feb 7, 2023
    8
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  25. HaloFever
    Feb 5, 2023
    8
    Looks good. Plays a like a last gen game. Ultimately a lot of dumb fun and fun is good.

    The controls are odd. You press R1 with other buttons to do certain special attacks. After 6 hours, the control scheme still felt weird. The game wants you to play with style. Mix and match moves to earn style points. Mixing face buttons with shoulders buttons is not the best way to do this. There is    Looks good. Plays a like a last gen game. Ultimately a lot of dumb fun and fun is good.

    The controls are odd. You press R1 with other buttons to do certain special attacks. After 6 hours, the control scheme still felt weird. The game wants you to play with style. Mix and match moves to earn style points. Mixing face buttons with shoulders buttons is not the best way to do this. There is also no dedicated dodge or roll button. I am on old school gamer who played Ninja Gaiden on Xbox. My muscle memory demands a roll button.

    Another gripe I have with this game is the series of closed off battle arenas. An area locks down until you kill wave after wave of enemies. Then you can progress. I have no problem with “corridor shooters” and linear games that eschew the open world. But games lose their sense of movement and freedom when they arbitrarily fence off an area. If I am to move this story from point A to point B, let me move.

    The fighting itself is a mixed bag. Weapons feel week, even on the easier modes. Guns have almost no impact and a sword lunge has no penetration. The point of combat seems to be working off combos, and if you like hitting triangle, triangle, triangle, triangle, triangle, you love it.

    So what makes this game fun? It’s the odd assortment of weapons and goofiness. At one point, the player unlocks a sword made out of a motorcycle. Other games don’t have that. You can taunt enemies, hear fun little asides, and fill up the screen with a laser light show. There is something good about this combat. I can see how an old school following would appreciate this game. For me, this is was my first time.

    All-in-all, Devil May Cry 5 has a fun formula that could be little better if the game design were a tad more modern.

    Full disclosure: this was another PS+ Essential game for me. I blasted through the campaign in about 6 hours and never looked back. The trophies call upon players to finish several play throughs. Parts the game have players choose which character to follow. Back in old days, when games were a little more scarce, I would replay games at least once. Now my backlog is overflowing, and one fun little jaunt through a demon infested city is just fine.    … Expand
  26. Mogmog000
    Jan 24, 2023
    0
    The action is not exhilarating. Enemies are hard.
    No interesting new actions. New characters are boring.
    The character's face is too different from the previous ones.
  27. EpicusGamer
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    Live how the game plays. It is a very nice touch to the launch game. Buy this if you don't have the game already.
  28. Top1saraya_
    Jan 7, 2023
    6
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  29. roobbeerrtt6
    Dec 13, 2022
    8
    O jogo é legal, não dou nota 9 ou 10 porque ele tem um defeito que quase todos jogos atuais possuem: facilidade
    Coloquei no modo mais difícil possível e ainda assim estava ABSURDAMENTE fácil, o jogo já é hack'n slash, e você ainda mata os inimigos sem dificuldade alguma, fica monótono.
  30. Sharoot
    Dec 2, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time. I personally don't play hack and slashes for their stories, instead I focus completely on characters and gameplay. The combat is nuts to butts, it's always fun and fast-paced with no dull moment in sight. The story is sufficient, and interesting. I love all of the characters and their weapons and abilities. Awesome soundtrack and great graphics. 92, noOne of my favorite games of all time. I personally don't play hack and slashes for their stories, instead I focus completely on characters and gameplay. The combat is nuts to butts, it's always fun and fast-paced with no dull moment in sight. The story is sufficient, and interesting. I love all of the characters and their weapons and abilities. Awesome soundtrack and great graphics. 92, no questions asked.… Expand
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#2 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2020
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89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. CD-Action
    Jul 23, 2021
    90
    Faster and more fluent – is there anything else to wish for, especially that the game itself is still amazing? Actually, the Special Edition has much more going for it, including a new difficulty level, new rendering modes (up to 4K 30 fps with ray tracing), and the ability to play as Vergil. Sadly, the new character doesn’t come with his own levels. I also need to point out fps drops in the 120 Hz mode, and lackluster use of DualSense’s features. [02/2021, p.48]
  2. Hey Poor Player
    Feb 27, 2021
    80
    While light in the storytelling department, there’s enough here to keep fans happy and more than enough stylish demon slaying to keep this series engaging.
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  3. Games.cz
    Feb 19, 2021
    90
    If you haven’t yet played Devil May Cry 5 and you have a new console at home, don’t waste a second and go buy this brilliant action game. If you’re a veteran, just buy the Vergil DLC and be done with it.
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