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DmC: Devil May Cry

DmC: Devil May Cry

In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.

93%
Very Positive
DeveloperNinja Theory
PublisherCapcom
Release DateJan 24, 2013
-75%
$29.99$7.49
Peak Players5.7K
Metacritic85
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

DmC: Devil May Cry is a mechanically polished hack-and-slash title that offers fluid combat and imaginative level design. While it is widely praised for its satisfying combo system and weapon variety, it remains highly divisive due to a story and character reboot that many players find immature or 'cringe.'

Pros

  • Fluid and highly enjoyable hack-and-slash combat mechanics95%
  • Creative and visually striking level design85%
  • High replayability value through multiple difficulty settings and weapon variety80%
  • Satisfying and stylish combo system that rewards experimentation85%
  • Engaging boss fights that provide a fun mechanical challenge70%

Cons

  • Writing and narrative are frequently described as immature, 'edgy,' or poor quality95%
  • Reimagined characters, specifically Dante and Vergil, are often disliked by series veterans90%
  • Extreme camera shaking during combat can cause motion sickness for some players40%
  • Soundtrack is criticized as generic metal that lacks the impact of previous entries60%
  • Perceived as easier than the original series due to very generous checkpoints50%

Notable Mentions

  • Several reviewers recommend seeking out the 'Definitive Edition' available on consoles over the standard PC version
  • The game is frequently cited as being 'criminally underrated' when judged solely on gameplay mechanics
Confidence: 59%
Based on the 72 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 22, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
212
Peak · last 90 days
385
All-time peak
5.7K

Price

Current price
$29.99$7.49-75%
Lowest tracked
$4.49since Jan 7, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
91%
All-time positive
93%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews33.0K
Positive: 30.7K (93%)Negative: 2.2K (7%)

6%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

18h

Avg Playtime at Review

80%

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