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  • Summary: Set before the original Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition follows Dante's journey as he battles his evil twin brother in a final confrontation. Along the way, you'll encounter both formidable foes and unusual characters. When attacking, you can choose to use short-range,Set before the original Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition follows Dante's journey as he battles his evil twin brother in a final confrontation. Along the way, you'll encounter both formidable foes and unusual characters. When attacking, you can choose to use short-range, long-range, defensive, or evasive play styles. Each system has its own set of gameplay features, and you can choose to power up your favorite style for increased special attack abilities. The Special Edition adds the ability to play as Dante's nemesis Virgil and a survival game mode. Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 34
  2. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. Feb 28, 2020
    95
    While Devil May Cry 3 is starting to show its age, it still holds its title as one of the best character action games ever made. The new additions add a refreshing twist on this classic game, while still retaining its difficulty and depth. And who knows, after so many re-releases and playthroughs, maybe people will notice how meaningful and well told the story is.
  2. Feb 22, 2020
    90
    The version of this classic game for Nintendo Switch offers new content, such as a cooperative mode and the incredible Free Style mode, making it the definitive version of what could be considered the best game in the Devil May Cry franchise. A highly recommended title for lovers of the hack and slash genre.
  3. 90
    Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition is an awesome addition to the Switch library. The game that helped redefine the hack and slash genre is still really fun to play, and with some new and exclusive modes, Capcom shows that they are worried about improving the experience, instead of just porting it. The Switch edition opens up for way more stylish combos and, if you don't care for its 2005 graphics, you should give the game a chance (or a new chance), because this is DMC3's definitive edition.
  4. Feb 20, 2020
    84
    Amazingly, the possibility of creating new combinations brings the third game almost at the same level of the fifth in some fight. True, from a technical perspective Capcom could have done more, but this remains a fantastic addition to any Switch library.
  5. Mar 4, 2020
    80
    Probably the best version of an unforgettable action classic. Some elements are dated by today standards and could have benefited by a more thoughtful job, but for newcomers it's a must.
  6. Feb 21, 2020
    80
    An unexpectedly enhanced version of one of the best action games of the PS2 era, which even now offers better and deeper combat than most modern rivals.
  7. Feb 20, 2020
    60
    Quotation forthcoming.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 16
  2. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Feb 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awesome doesn't some this up. Best DMC version available, great new features on a hybrid system. Buy now Expand
  2. Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un increíble hack n slash, desde que conocemos como es Dante, un joven inmaduro, hasta el final donde después de que Vergil se queda en el mundo demoniaco y empieza a madurar, uno de mis juegos favoritos Expand
  3. Mar 6, 2020
    10
    The new free-style mode makes the game perfect to hack&slash fans.
    A true action game player should not miss it.
  4. Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Oh boy this game truly embodies the smoky sexy style the series is known for. The game is a prequel to the other 2 games and while on theOh boy this game truly embodies the smoky sexy style the series is known for. The game is a prequel to the other 2 games and while on the surface the story is a one liner action junkie fest, the story manages to have nuisance through the portrayals of the younger Dante, his brother Virgil and Lady. As for the gameplay it is a massive step up from the prior games 2 especially. The weapons have more moves than in prior games and there are greater variety in the weapons including dantes trademark sword nunchucks and a guitar. The ability to switch between 2 of your weapons mid combo gives you far more tools than previously and tickles the experimental side of my brain that normally only fighting games manage to achieve. You can also swap 2 fire arms while playing dante. Adding to the combat sandbox is the introduction of styles that give you an extra option in combat of your choice. One is a dash good for dodging, another gives your devil arms more moves another gives gun abilities and royal guard is a parry that can be used on any attack in the game. There are also a few unlockable ones that can't level up but still provide even more variety to the gameplay. Adding to the masterfull gameplay of course is the rogues gallery, After All if the enemies didn't challenge you much of the sandbox provided would be useless. Enemies are tough but boss fights add a spice to the combat due to their diffrent methods of function. Some you can only attack when they do certain moves some create shields and some are just giant monsters. The fights with vergil however are a highlight and the final fight is one of the best I have ever played. Virgil is also playable after beating the game, gameplay wise he's awesome with unique weapons and moves. He only has one gun but you can switch through all 3 weapons in gameplay and his unique teleporting style makes another playthrough worthwhile in it's own right. Unfortunately besides a unique opening cutscene there are no changes in Virgil's campaign to dante's no cutscenes are included at all and you still fight virgil and not dante which was disappointing however he is a worthy reward for the gameplay alone. Devil may cry 3 is the game that not only lets me see why so many love this franchise but also made me fall in love with it, It's gameplay has aged like a fine wine and any action gamer fan needs to give it a go Expand
  5. Feb 22, 2020
    9
    Realmente una buena remasterización
    Los controles son fieles y lo agregado no decepciona.
  6. Apr 27, 2021
    9
    Best DMC of this first trilogy! Nice game (better than DMC 2) with solid story, smooth gameplay with great cutscenes and size game. This gameBest DMC of this first trilogy! Nice game (better than DMC 2) with solid story, smooth gameplay with great cutscenes and size game. This game tells about after and first years of "Devil May Cry" Dantes business and the fight with his twin brother Vergil. Expand
  7. Jan 14, 2023
    7
    Is this game amazing? Yes! Is it worth paying just to play it on the Switch? Maybe. Honestly if you still have your old copy and system IIs this game amazing? Yes! Is it worth paying just to play it on the Switch? Maybe. Honestly if you still have your old copy and system I couldn't really tell much of a difference. Expand

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