Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition

 Switch
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. SpazioGames
    Feb 20, 2020
    72
    Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition for Nintendo Switch is the best version of the game so far, but this piece of gaming history is beginning to show its age.
  2. Screen Rant
    Feb 22, 2020
    70
    While it was disappointing to see some of the game's old issues still present, the combat is still impressive enough to make up for it. Those who've played Devil May Cry 3 before should have a good time playing around with the FreeStyle and Co-op modes, but everyone else may find it difficult to get past gameplay issues that should have been fixed years ago.
  3. Carole Quintaine
    Feb 20, 2020
    70
    Devil May Cry 3 is still good and this version on Nintendo Switch is a good opportunity to (re)dive into this Dantesque universe. The possibility to change style on the fly brings modernity to the gameplay which is always enjoyable, even if the camera remains capricious. However, even though Devil May Cry 3 is a very good game, it’s starting to show signs of old age visually. Fortunately, Dante for his part, is still in shape!
  5. Everyeye.it
    Feb 20, 2020
    65
    Compared to the last eight years, the Osaka company has finally reworked gameplay to refresh some now obsolete features, but not everything has enjoyed a well-deserved restyling. For example, the menus are still the same as they used to be and the pre-rendered cutscenes do not honor the most iconic moments of the adventure.
  6. Gameblog.fr
    Feb 27, 2020
    60
    DMC3 is still a very good Beat'em Up, and adds a cooperative mode to the Switch Version, but the remaster is very, very lazy.
  7. Jeuxvideo.com
    Feb 20, 2020
    60
    Quotation forthcoming.
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  1. The Jimquisition
    May 16, 2020
    Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening is a terrific game that has aged astonishingly well, a fact that becomes clear within moments of playing it today. A good excuse to play it today is Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition, which recently came to Switch. It's the same excellent game with the addition of a weapon/style switching mechanic, practically the one thing it needed to stand next to its modern sequels. The Special Edition is the best version of an already great game. Can't say fairer than that.

Awards & Rankings

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#38 Best Switch Game of 2020
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#77 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 92 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 92
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 92
  3. Negative: 15 out of 92
  1. RB1080p
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    Great game! The gameplay is as addictive and satisfying as ever, and unlike most HD remasters, this isn't just a lazy cash grab rerelease;Great game! The gameplay is as addictive and satisfying as ever, and unlike most HD remasters, this isn't just a lazy cash grab rerelease; Capcom added content to modernize the gameplay.… Full Review »
  2. Heyyoitsmerambo
    Feb 25, 2020
    8
    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.… Full Review »
  3. hamedbanaderi
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    This title is one of the best hack-and-slash titles I've experienced on the legendary PlayStation 2 console many years ago, playing NintendoThis title is one of the best hack-and-slash titles I've experienced on the legendary PlayStation 2 console many years ago, playing Nintendo Switch has the same beautiful sense of the past as if it were more valuable over time. I would recommend the shine and polish to all lovers of this style, do not miss it.… Full Review »
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