The WhatsNext verdict
For Action enthusiasts and spectacle fighter fans who crave deep mechanical mastery, stylish combo execution, and high-octane spectacle.: Three distinct playable protagonists offer complementary combat styles with immense combo freedom, rewarding precise timing, situational awareness, and creative execution. Tradeoff: The steep execution curve and intricate control schemes require dedicated practice before high-level flow and stylish play feel natural.
What it does best
Weighty, hyper-responsive melee combat with satisfying hit impact and stylish animations
Swapping Dante's styles and revving Nero's sword to chase the highest SSS style ranks
Catchy dynamic combat anthems like Devil Trigger that evolve in response to stylish play
Outrageous cinematic cutscenes, giant demonic bosses, and stylized combat choreography
What might put you off
Repetitive, corridor-heavy level design
The slower, hands-off summoner playstyle of V
The setup
What you are walking into
Devil May Cry 5 is a brand-new entry in the legendary over-the-top action series Devil May Cry. The game features three playable characters, each with a radically different stylish combat play style as they take on the city overrun with demons. Developed with Capcom’s in-house proprietary RE engine, the series continues to achieve new heights in fidelity with graphics that utilize photorealistic character designs and stunning lighting and environmental effects.
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