Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition
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"This game is kind of a rare beast. The gameplay is more accessible than ever, while the story has reached a new plateau on Mount Convoluted. Players who missed it the first time will be thrilled, but even experienced fans will have good reasons to double dip. The features included make this an excellent Special Edition while being a decent PS5 release. I’m not so invested I want to go back and play the games I missed, though I am glad I came back to the series. If smooth gameplay is your yardstick, then this is the definitive version for you. On the other hand, there are better graphical show pieces for the PS5 out there. Even so, I can easily recommend Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition for new and old fans alike."
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About Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition
Capcom released Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition on November 10, 2020, for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. This action title pushes the original hack and slash formula further with upgraded visuals running at up to 120 frames per second. You play as Dante, Nero, or Vergil in a story filled with demons and high-octane combat. The game includes all previous downloadable content while adding ray tracing options for sharper lighting effects. It is a direct sequel that demands precise timing and style points rather than slow exploration.
Gameplay
You spend most of your time chaining together attacks, dodges, and special moves to build up a rank meter. Each character offers distinct weapons and abilities you swap mid-combo to keep the action flowing. Vergil adds new mechanics like summoning clones or teleporting instantly across the map. The Special Edition introduces Turbo mode which speeds up the game by 20% for those who want faster pacing. Legendary Dark Knight mode floods levels with enemies so you must manage resources while fighting dozens of foes at once. You constantly shift between styles and weapons to find the best rhythm for every encounter.
What Players Think
Critics gave this title a Metacritic score of 86 out of 100, and our data shows players agree with that assessment. The community moods lean heavily toward high-energy satisfaction with an average completion rate of 72 percent among those who bought the game. Players report spending around 35 hours on a standard run while achievement hunters chase the remaining 100% trophy list. Review snippets highlight the added value of Vergil as playable since he offers a completely different playstyle compared to Dante or Nero. The price of $18.74 on Green Man Gaming makes this edition an easy sell for fans who missed the original release window.
PlayPile's Take
This game is for players who want tight combat mechanics and don't mind punishing difficulty spikes in Legendary Dark Knight mode. At $18.74, you get a complete package with ray tracing support and two extra characters for little cost. The 100% achievement list offers hundreds of hours of content if you master every weapon. Skip this only if you dislike fast-paced action or need a slower pace. You will find yourself replaying levels just to try new combos once you clear the story.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
86.1
RAWG Rating
4.2
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