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Devil May Cry 5
Critics Consensus (Play It)
In Devil May Cry 5, Capcom has energized a classic series like never before, pushing the genre forward in a brilliant and imaginative, albeit imperfect romp.
Game Info
Years have passed since the legions of hell have set foot in this world, but now a new demonic invasion has begun, and humanity’s last hope will rest in the hands of three lone demon hunters, each offering a radically different play style. United by fate and a thirst for vengeance, these demon hunters will have to face their demons if they hope to survive.
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Recommended
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Average Score
Total Reviews: 154
Nom: Best Action Game (2019), Nom: Best Adventure Game (2019), Editors' Choice
Gold TIER
48% of scored reviews fell within the range of 86 to 92 / 100
RELEASE DATES:
GENRES:
- Action, Adventure
DEVELOPER(S):
- Capcom
PUBLISHER(S):
- Capcom
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- Devil May Cry
GAME MODES:
- Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
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RATING & REVIEWS
Ratings & Reviews
154
Critic Reviews
89
Average Critic Score
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CRITIC REVIEWS
All reviews are from professional critics. Learn more about the critics VSG aggregates.
High Score
100%
Median Score
90%
Low Score
60%
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Mitchell Saltzman (IGN)
March 6, 2019
9.5/10
Devil May Cry 5’s trio of outstanding combat styles set a new high bar for the series, and its mysterious story keeps things interesting along the way.
Tom Senior (PC Gamer)
March 6, 2019
90/100
Three great characters and a beautiful, fluid combat system make this a must-buy for hack-and-slash fans.
Martin Robinson (Eurogamer)
March 6, 2019
Recommended
Capcom returns to its trusted formula for something that plays like a outrageously pretty PS2 game – and that’s a very good thing.
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Score Ranges
Read the Reviews (154 total)
| Outlet | Author | Score | Date | Quote | Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33bits | Jesús Díaz-Suelto Berrueco | 100 / 100 | 03-28-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is an excellent, almost perfect title, with gameplay at a different level than the rest of the market, which has embraced its fans like no other franchise, and which tastes like victory, but which would have been better to tell from the beginning with a little more difficulty and with the Bloody Palace. For the player who squeezes the saga it is indifferent, but the one who comes for one lap and no more, can be made simple. | Read review |
| 3DNews | Иван Бышонкoв | 7 / 10 | 03-09-2019 | Long awaited ‘true’ sequel to the DMC series isn’t about only Dante AGAIN. Nero as a playable character still feels like a step back for the series. As for V, he is just one of the worst characters in the genre. With the boring level design and lack of action in the cutscenes, DMC5 is falling behind both DMC3 and DMC4. | Read review |
| ACG | Jeremy Penter | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Video Review | Read review |
| AnaitGames | Víctor Manuel Martínez García | 9 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | In an interview, Hideaki Itsuno said that he wanted to “make an action game in which the player can decide how to beat an enemy, and be able to take advantage of each character’s strengths to do it”. It’s that simple, and you could be playing it forever. | Read review |
| Atomix | Miguel Reyes | 90 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | The wait for Devil May Cry 5 was long, but I think it was very worth it. The title is everything the fans expected from this installment and presents it to us in a game that looks and plays great, that offers new proposals within its already known formula and whose story, with excellent narrative rhythm, will fascinate all the veteran followers of good Dante for all the references and revelations that he exposes. It is by far the best game in the series. | Read review |
| Attack of the Fanboy | William Schwartz | 4 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Despite the questionable monetization, Devil May Cry V is an impressive game on the presentation front and a deep hack and slash with a ton of moves, combos, and weapons to master across three unique characters. | Read review |
| AusGamers | Kosta Andreadis | 7.8 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | For everyone else though, there’s value in seeing Capcom go back to the over-the-top well that is Devil May Cry and deliver one of the most stylish games we’ve played in a while. | Read review |
| BaziCenter | Mohamad Shokri | 8 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | In a generation that playing a good Hack ‘n’ Slash is like a dream, Devil May Cry 5 offers you a great, fun experience. DMC5 attracts you from the start and keeps the fun all way to the end thanks to its solid gameplay formula, and although some minor issues prevent it from reaching the series former glory, DMC5 is still the best choice for fans of HnS at the moment. | Read review |
| Bazimag | Mahdi Eftekhari | 9 / 10 | Devil May Cry 5 is a legendary comeback for Devil May Cry series and every aspect of it from its lovely fast paced gameplay to its unique and impactful story, all reminisce the great time we had with this series throughout the years. It’s not a game only for true fans of Devil May Cry, I think every gamer should give it a chance to understand the true meaning of Hack ‘n’ Slash and Action Adventure. | Read review | |
| Bloody Disgusting | Neil Bolt | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-08-2019 | With Devil May Cry 5, Capcom tweaks the winning formula here and there to not only freshen up the most famous action hack n’ slash series around, but actually push it back to the top of the pile once again. Yes, it stumbles occasionally, and perhaps replay value isn’t quite as high as it could have been, but Devil May Cry 5 once again embraces the kinetic madness that made so many fall in love with Dante and his blood-spattered adventures in demon-slaying in the first place, and that’s truly what makes this a great game. | Read review |
| Cerealkillerz | Gabriel Bogdan | 9 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | Devil May Cry looks extremly stylish thanks to the RE Engine and it also plays the same with lots of variety. Besides a bit to classic ending for the story and a carelessly integrated online feature long-time Fans and newcomers alike will get an amazing package filled with the usual Devil May Cry action paired with lots of new gameplay elements and a well-made atmosphere. | Read review |
| CGMagazine | Kenneth Shepard | 6 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5’s risk-averse approach grounds it as other games in the genre are reaching for the sky. | Read review |
| Cheat Code Central | Lucas White | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Aside from my story gripes with Lady and Trish and my couple of issues with the Devil Breaker, Devil May Cry 5 practically exceeded my expectations. | Read review |
| Checkpoint Gaming | Cameron Honey-Swain | Not Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 certainly provides moments of fun and if you can look past some aspects that belong in the last generation of gaming then you will have a competent action romp with Dante and friends. However I feel like this entry is a step backwards after DMC dared to shake up the formula a little more. | Read review |
| COGconnected | Alexander Thomas | 94 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 excels at bringing back that iconic feeling the franchise is known for and does so with killer style, strategic, fast-paced combat, and a pumping soundtrack. With a cast of both familiar faces in Trish and Lady, as well as newcomers Nico and V, this is a game that gives me confidences for the future of the Devil May Cry series. | Read review |
| Critical Hit | Darryn Bonthuys | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a masterpiece in action. It has heart and charm in its epic story that comes full circle on the series. It looks sexier than the sun setting over a billionaire’s collection of cars that are parked on a Santa Monica strip in California. It plays phenomenally well and will leave you drenched in sweat and satisfaction when the end credits roll, while wishing for more of its sassy attitude. | Read review |
| Cubed3 | Albert Lichi | 9 / 10 | 03-20-2019 | While it is annoying that Bloody Palace mode is not available day one, it is coming as a free update on April 1st. Capcom has proved this gen that they are truly the best at 3D action games. They took some bold risks with the style and realistic flavour, and it pays off by taking on this new look that has never been seen before in any videogame. Even spectators are going to be extremely entertained by the spectacle that is Devil May Cry 5. Everything feels so fresh, and the advancements in the controls and fluidity in animation makes playing this refined masterpiece so hard to put down. | Read review |
| Cultured Vultures | Zack Stout | 9 / 10 | 03-08-2019 | Multiplayer and loading screens aside, Devil May Cry 5 is exactly what it was meant to be and more. With a great plot, beautiful visuals, and near perfect gameplay, Capcom deliver possibly the best Devil May Cry to date. | Read review |
| Daily Mirror | Jasper Pickering | 5 / 5 stars | 03-08-2019 | Everything in DMC5’s presentation, from the dynamic soundtrack to the beautiful ethereal backdrop made possible by Capcom’s RE Engine, is so lovingly realised that at times it’s hard to know what to focus on. | Read review |
| Daily Star | Nicole Hall | 5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Don’t let the ‘5’ in the title intimidate you, the game is as much of a warm welcome to the world of Devil May Cry as it is a hard-earned treat for fans. Gameplay is refined and polished constituting a fluid and wonderfully satisfying action experience. Honestly, demolishing an endless stream of fugly demons with outlandish flair and snagging those ‘S’ ranks has never looked and felt so good. | Read review |
| DASHGAMER.com | Dan Rizzo | 9 / 10 | 03-11-2019 | I speak for myself here when I say that I loved Ninja Theory’s ideal reboot to the franchise with DmC: Devil May Cry, but has nothing on the series original arc. It’s low risk-high reward accessibility that allows any gamer, casual to hardcore, to easily pick up and play. Fast paced, violence, with blood pumping action, an amazing storyline that ties up loose ends from previous entries, and amazing callbacks, that will have any hardcore DMC fan devilishly grinning from ear to ear. | Read review |
| Destructoid | Chris Carter | 10 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | I’m going to be playing Devil May Cry 5 weeks from now in the short term and years from now long term. This is the sort of fine-tuned wacky action game the genre deserves. | Read review |
| Digital Chumps | Steven McGehee | 9 / 10 | 03-12-2019 | Coming into DMC5 as a fan of the series, I had high hopes for DMC5. I’m happy to say those hopes were met and even Exceeded in some respects. While there is room to improve in some critical areas, primarily in level design, DMC5 kicks ass, in Style. | Read review |
| Digitally Downloaded | Pierre-Yves Lanthier | 4 / 5 stars | 03-07-2019 | DMC 5 is a fine way to bring the series roaring back after a decade in limbo. | Read review |
| DualShockers | Ryan Meitzler | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | 11 years after we last saw Dante, Nero & Co., Devil May Cry 5 shows that the series is in fine form with one of its best installments yet. | Read review |
| Easy Allies | Ben Moore | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 has some of the best combat yet seen in an action game. | Read review |
| Echo Boomer | David Fialho | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 looks, plays and sounds as pitch-perfect as its bombastic soundtrack. It nails pretty much everything in every department. The combat is super satisfying, with a deep list of skills, abilities and attacks; the story is cheesy but engaging and full of twists; and it is one of the most visually impressive games of this year so far. | Read review |
| EGM | Mollie L Patterson | 9 / 10 | 03-08-2019 | The world has long waited for a proper new chapter of the groundbreaking Devil May Cry series, and in Devil May Cry 5, Capcom has given us an experience that was very much worth that wait. | Read review |
| Electric Bento | Blair Farrell | 8.3 / 10 | 03-12-2019 | Now that the franchise is back on stable ground both from a story and mechanics perspective, it’s exciting to see where Capcom will take this series next. | Read review |
| Eurogamer | Martin Robinson | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Capcom returns to its trusted formula for something that plays like a outrageously pretty PS2 game | Read review |
| Everyeye.it | Francesco Fossetti | 8.8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Another great center for Capcom remains, an effective revival also (if not above all) from the technical point of view and the iconography. Devil May Cry returns in a resounding form, and reiterates that it is here to stay. | Read review |
| Expansive | Ray Willmott | Recommended | 03-12-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is an absolute triumph. It’s a true return to form for a beloved franchise, and absolutely full to the brim with smash mouth, in-your-face action. One of the most stylish and slick fighters you’ll ever have the pleasure of committing to your hard drive. | Read review |
| Fextralife | Fexelea | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | DMC5 is a worthy return to the main stage for action games, delivering unparalleled gameplay executed beautifully and with consistent, remarkable performance. Fans of the genre will love this title, and newcomers are likely to become fans. | Read review |
| Flickering Myth | Calum Petrie | 9.5 / 10 | 03-08-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is the game that people should be talking about in 9/10 months’ time when Game of The Year suggestions are being made. | Read review |
| Forbes | Brian Mazique | 7.3 / 10 | 03-11-2019 | DMC 5 is beautifully rendered and the action is fun. However, the weak story and less-than-compelling character development and audio presentation remove the game’s heart | Read review |
| Game Informer | Joe Juba | 8.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Chaining together impressive combos is as fun as ever, though hopping among three characters makes it hard to hone your expertise | Read review |
| Game Rant | Dalton Cooper | 5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Capcom’s Devil May Cry 5 is an insane, over-the-top, adrenaline-fueled action game that stomps its foot on the gas right at the start and never lets up. | Read review |
| Game Revolution | Michael Leri | 4 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Its reluctance to properly evolve keep it from being the king of its genre, but its commitment to its stylish and responsive mechanics still makes it one of the best hack and slash games, crown or not. | Read review |
| Game Volt | Ahmed Hassan | 8.8 / 10 | 03-14-2019 | one of greatest fun games of the past years, and it’s proof that games that introduce the great story and maintaining good gameplay still have a wide audience | Read review |
| Gameblog | Jonathan Bushle | 8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a very good and engaging episode for the lovable franchise. All three playable characters feel great, and you really should try it if you’re a fan of the beat them all genre. | Read review |
| GameCrate | Angelo D’Argenio | 9.3 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | If you are a long-time Devil May Cry fan, or just an action game fan in general, then Devil May Cry 5 is a must-buy. It’s a refreshing retreat into absurdity inspired by the late 90s yet modernized for current day audiences. | Read review |
| Gamefa | Saeed Aghababaie | 9.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil may Cry 5 is the newest masterpiece of Capcom in this generation. As a gamer who played all DMC games since 18 years ago, i should say that it is the best entry in this hugely popular series. Almost everything in Devil may Cry 5 are perfect and either you love hack and slash games or not, you should definitely play it. Amazing story, stunning graphics, various gameplay mechanics, high quality sound design and beautiful soundtrack, made Devil may Cry 5 a game that you should not miss at all. Devil, may cry, but fans definitely must laugh! | Read review |
| GameMAG | Unknown | 8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a great action game, created for fans of the original universe, which is almost all superior to the DMC4, but makes a few new mistakes. Crumpled story, with a focus on fan service, which jumps in time, ragged ending and featureless levels can be a disappointment. At the same time improved combat system, great variety of bosses and opponents, along with beautiful characters, great battle tracks and spectacular cutscenes will not disappoint you. | Read review |
| GamePitt | Rob Pitt | 9.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is easily one of my Game of the Year 2019 contenders, even though it’s only March! The smooth and fluid gameplay, combined with the over the top action and intense metal soundtrack, creates a truly demonic and exciting experience no matter what system you’re on. Although the story is a little fragmented and delivered out of order in places, the reconstructed narrative is just as wacky and creative as the gameplay! | Read review |
| Gameplanet | Syed Mahir Hussain | 9 / 10 | 03-12-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 keeps what made the franchise so popular while refining its systems to near-perfection. With some of the most impressive animation and combat out there right now and the addition of Bloody Palace arriving in a free update this April, Devil May Cry 5 is the definitive DMC experience and should be played by everyone looking for incredibly satisfying & stylish combat! | Read review |
| GamePro | Dennis Michel | 78 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | In the short term, the crisp combat system, the nasty-absurd opponent design and, above all, the great graphics work fantastically. In the long run, however, Devil May Cry 5 is clearly lacking variety and inspiring ideas. | Read review |
| Gamers Heroes | Johnny Hurricane | 8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 converted me from a skeptic to a believer. Old fans and new alike will find something to enjoy in this title. | Read review |
| Gamersky | 不倒翁蜀黍 | 9.5 / 10 | 03-10-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is one of the greatest masterpieces among action game genre. I can barely imagine any other games would be qualified enough to compare before Bayonetta 3. | Read review |
| GamesBeat | Mike Minotti | 70 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 won’t be a total disappointment thanks to its stunning production values. Aside from the recent Resident Evil 2 remake, this is the best-looking game Capcom has ever made. Its adventure is a fun one if you don’t take it too seriously (which shouldn’t be too hard). As much as I can gripe about its flaws, it’s hard not to grin when you’re shoving a running motorcycle wheel into a demon’s face. But this isn’t an action classic. | Read review |
| GameSkinny | Joseph Ocasio | 9 / 10 | 03-13-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is back, bringing with it the same hack-and-slash action that made it one of the best action franchises of all time. | Read review |
| GameSpew | Richard Seagrave | 8 / 10 | 03-11-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 isn’t perfect, but it’s a damn good Devil May Cry game. | Read review |
| GameSpot | Matt Espineli | 9 / 10 | 03-08-2019 | DMC5 proves the series can still be brilliant and imaginative without compromising its longest-held traditions. | Read review |
| GamesRadar+ | Oscar Taylor-Kent | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Capcom has done it again, re-energising a classic series like never before, and pushing the genre forward in a fresh way. It looks better than ever, plays better than ever. It’s Devil May Cry better than ever. | Read review |
| GameWatcher | Bogdan Robert Mateș | 8.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | A stylish, badass return to form | Read review |
| GameXplain | Unknown | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Video Review | Read review |
| GameZone | Cade Onder | 8.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Even though it sometimes feels uncharacteristically by the numbers in some places or fails to have a noticeable amount of pizazz, Devil May Cry 5 is a hell of a good time. With plenty of wonderful character moments that’ll make fans gush, a glorious frenzy of bloody action, and a healthy dose of great metal music to score it all, Capcom has triumphantly returned yet another beloved franchise to its former glory. | Read review |
| Gaming Nexus | Nicholas Leon | 9.5 / 10 | 03-18-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is frigging great. I think I’ll leave it at that. | Read review |
| GamingBolt | Will Borger | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | It might have small flaws, but Devil May Cry V is like a fine meal; it deserves to be savored, and if you do you’ll likely want to re-experience it. The fact you might see everything it has multiple times over in doing so is just a bonus. | Read review |
| GamingTrend | Travis Northup | 95 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | DMC 5 is probably the best hack-and-slash game you’ll play all year, and definitely the most stylish. | Read review |
| GBAtemp | Pranavsingh Dhunnoo | 9 / 10 | 03-24-2019 | A blast to play. | Read review |
| GearNuke | Khurram Imtiaz | 9 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | This is the best Devil May Cry game since we met a young Vergil and Dante in Devil May Cry 3. While this sticks to its old-school game design and doesn’t innovate much from it, the main attraction, which is its combat and iconic cast, is back in a highly polished package with jaw-dropping stylish action. | Read review |
| Geek Culture | Jake Su | 9.8 / 10 | 03-14-2019 | Setting a new bar, Devil May Cry 5 is the perfect blend of action and style delivered in inch-perfect portions. | Read review |
| Geeks Under Grace | Sam Kim | 8 / 10 | 04-22-2019 | A rarity in AAA video games, Devil May Cry 5 is a character action game that delivers everything it promises, serving as a revival and a revolution of the DMC franchise in both story and gameplay, and offering a fulfilling experience for the hardcore fans. | Read review |
| Generación Xbox | Unknown | 9.3 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 brings variety to a genre that seems to have invented everything but nothing further from reality. | Read review |
| God is a Geek | Chris White | 10 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a stunning hack and slash game and never fails to amaze. Combat this good should be illegal. | Read review |
| GotGame | David Poole | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is intense, stylish, and full of over-the-top action that fans will likely love. | Read review |
| GRYOnline.pl | Michał Grygorcewicz | 8 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | We’re happy to say that Devil May Cry 5 is an exceptional slasher. The combat system is great, the opponents look cool, the storyline is the best in the series, and the graphics solid, though quite often inconsistent. The veterans should be aware, however, that the game offers proper challenge only on higher difficulty levels, which are locked at the beginning. | Read review |
| Guardian | Patrick Lum | 5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | High-octane challenges in this irresistible romp have resurrected an action series that’s been dormant for over a decade | Read review |
| Hardcore Gamer | Adam Beck | 4 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | I may have been fairly critical throughout this review, but in the end Devil May Cry 5 is still one of the better character action games you’ll play. | Read review |
| Heavy | Elton Jones | 9.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is without a doubt the new series plateau. | Read review |
| Hobby Consolas | Álvaro Alonso | 93 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | On top of being one of the best looking action games ever made, none other hack’n slash has ever been so complex and varied, but also fun. It may be all about demons and hell, but Devil May Cry 5 is like reaching heaven. | Read review |
| Hynerd.it | Unknown | 9.2 / 10 | 03-23-2019 | This new chapter of Devil May Cry saga made by Capcom, is perfect under every aspect. The gameplay is satisfying, wild, extreme and never boring. The sounds effects are incredible and enhance the action, giving to the player an adrenalin flowing. The character design is absolutely perfect, not only for the variety of enemies and locations, but also for how Nero, Dant and V are characterised. Devil May Cry 5 is absolutely stunning, suggested both to the fans of the brand and to all the players who likes “hack’n slash” video games, even if they’ve never played a Devil May Cry game. Just few flaws push this game one step away from a perfect score. | Read review |
| IGN | Mitchell Saltzman | 9.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5’s trio of outstanding combat styles set a new high bar for the series, and its mysterious story keeps things interesting along the way. | Read review |
| IGN Italy | Gianluca Loggia | 8.8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Another nice hit by a particularly fit Capcom in the last two years. | Read review |
| IGN Spain | Juan García | 9.1 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | DMC5 makes even better what this franchise does best, improving on its formula in almost every way, but doesn’t do anything new on the process. The game doesn’t has any hiccups or problems so if you are the kind of gamer that loves this frantic action games, you’ll be more than happy with Capcom’s latest creation. | Read review |
| Impulsegamer | Daniel Coomans | 4.4 / 5 stars | 03-11-2019 | If badass characters dishing out stylish beatings on demonic baddies are your thing, then Devil May Cry is for you. So dive into hell with me and together lets earn some sweet ranks while we finesse some demons back into the underworld. | Read review |
| INDIANTVCZ | David Kraucher | 8 / 10 | 04-17-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is everything what every player of hack & slash games needs. There are still a flaws in the gameplay which could have been polished better, but with such a fun fight system and combo combinations, you will have a great time during the play. | Read review |
| Jump Dash Roll | Ant Barlow | 8 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a wonderfully ridiculous game that rightfully returns the series to the spotlight. In many ways it feels very safe, but by willing to take a few risks and do more than satiate an existing fanbase, Capcom has injected new life into this once dormant franchise with a stylish and worthwhile addition. | Read review |
| Just Push Start | Mark Fajardo | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Between a well-written story, one that ends on a shocking revelation, to interesting characters and everything else, especially the combat, Devil May Cry 5 is the total package and a must for hack-and-slash fans. | Read review |
| JVL | Malcolm89 | 8.5 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 keeps all its promises and fulfills the expectations of all fans while allowing the youngest to understand the excitement surrounding the saga. | Read review |
| Kotaku | Heather Alexandra | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a firework. If you’re the one with the lighter, then setting the explosion off is a simple as flicking your finger. | Read review |
| Leadergamer | Alper Dalan | 10 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | Every gamer should definitely experience this beauty! | Read review |
| LevelUp | Víctor Rosas | 9 / 10 | 03-13-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is an excellent return to the basics and pure gameplay, but taken to a new level thanks to current technology. With a proposal full of action, fun and motivated, Capcom has succeeded in a new account and has been one of the best games of 2019. | Read review |
| Marooners’ Rock | Robert Workman | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | This chapter of the series has something to offer for everyone with its array of characters, unpredictable story and impressive combat. Don’t think about it, just jump in and enjoy the Devil Trigger goodness. | Read review |
| Merlin’in Kazanı | Furkan Güler | 87 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is brings back old school hack ‘n’ slash mechanics to the new generation. First time in the series, Capcom emphasize the storytelling. The game is also shines at cinematics and graphics are gorgeus with butter smooth 60 FPS on both consoles. | Read review |
| Metro GameCentral | Unknown | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | A perfectly judged comeback that’s full of all the wild invention and stylish mayhem fans demand but proves surprisingly accessible and varied for everyone else. | Read review |
| MSPoweruser | Lewis White | 8.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | For those looking for a hardcore hack-and-slash with inventive new weapons, amazing bosses, and fantastic characters this is the game you need. While it’s disappointing it took so long to get back here, DMC V is more than worth the wait. | Read review |
| Nerd Much? | Bobby Bernstein | 9.7 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5’s self-awareness is a big part of what makes it such a great game. It doesn’t care that it’s still a linear game; it doesn’t care that it’s a hack ‘n slash in 2019; it doesn’t care that its story is mostly fan service. It embraces everything that it is – despite those elements typically being labeled as dated – and we love it more because it’s doing that. | Read review |
| New Game Network | Josh Hinke | 78 / 100 | 03-17-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is an action title worth playing, filled with bombastic action, over-the-top character moments, and fun mechanics. It’s a game that forgoes any sense of nuance and relies on simply overloading your senses, and often succeeds at doing just that. | Read review |
| Nexus | Paul Delargy | 8.7 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | Capcom are back on top and Devil May Cry 5 further cements their status as one of the best developers in the industry. | Read review |
| Niche Gamer | Brandon Orselli | 9.5 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | I really couldn’t be happier with how this game turned out, and I’m a thousand times excited for where Capcom might take the franchise next. | Read review |
| NoobFeed | Adam Siddiqui | 90 / 100 | 03-11-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 delivers exactly what is expected from this franchise since it debuted back 2001, with over the top action and ridiculous boss fights. This latest installment doesn’t diverge from the series’ formula and instead builds or slightly modify the mechanics that series veterans know and love while also giving newcomers some easier options. Devil May Cry 5 is a rocking good time that will keep everyone coming back for another round of demon hunting. | Read review |
| OnlySP | Damien Lawardorn | 4 / 5 stars | 03-10-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 does so many things right: the engrossing narrative, the understated integration of online elements, and, most prominently, the stunning amount of variety in the combat mechanics. These aspects move the series forward, but this new entry also replicates some of the duller qualities from action games of yesteryear. This tendency prevents Devil May Cry 5 from being the new standard bearer for the genre, but that does not prevent it from being something truly special. | Read review |
| Oyungezer Online | Eren Eryürekli | 8.9 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | Dante is spectacular, Nero is enjoyable and V is… well, different. At the end of the day, it’s safe to say that DMC V is the best until something better comes up (perhaps Bayonetta 3) and it’s a game everyone, fans and newcomers, can deeply enjoy. | Read review |
| Pardis Game | Matin Nasiri | 9.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry V is an enjoyable and memorable experience that is loyal to its roots while being modernized by the new standards. | Read review |
| Paste Magazine | Dia Lacina | 8.5 / 10 | 03-12-2019 | The unwinnable-for-plot-reasons boss fights aside, Devil May Cry 5 never wants the player to feel any less than like they’re the coolest person on earth. While the game isn’t overly easy, health and upgrades are plentiful, every character has multiple options to handle any situation thrown at them, and the checkpointing system is gracious. | Read review |
| PC Gamer | Tom Senior | 90 / 100 | 03-06-2019 | Three great characters and a beautiful, fluid combat system make this a must-buy for hack-and-slash fans. | Read review |
| PC Invasion | Andrew Farrell | 8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 might not be the best entry in the series, but it’s a good time with great gameplay, in spite of the middling story and bland art direction. | Read review |
| PCGamesN | Jacob Ridley | 8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Few games are as endearing in their madness as Devil May Cry 5. It’s deeply old-school and made for fans first, but its new character will entertain newcomers and keep them coming back for more.Jacob Ridley | Read review |
| PCMag | Gabriel Zamora | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-08-2019 | Devil May Cry is back with a new look, an expanded combat system, and a beefy assortment of enemies to slay. Slashing and styling on demons has never looked as good or played as well. | Read review |
| PCWorld | Hayden Dingman | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a game that delights in setting the bar high up front and then continually one-upping itself with ever-more-ludicrous cutscenes and some of the most stylish combat in the business. | Read review |
| Player.it | Michele Longobardi | 9 / 10 | 03-16-2019 | DMC is extraordinary from every point of view, finding defects is an arduous thing. The offer of Devil May Cry has never been so full of aesthetic and playful content as in this fifth chapter. The excitement is then amplified by the soundtrack which is one of DMC’s trademarks. | Read review |
| Player2.net.au | James Swinbanks | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | A frenetic ride through a demonic underworld teeming with bad guys and plot twists that will have you smiling all the way till the credits roll | Read review |
| PlayStation LifeStyle | Joseph Yaden | 8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | There’s almost too much to love about Devil May Cry 5, and I’m so glad Capcom is continuing to deliver games of this quality. | Read review |
| PlayStation Universe | Garri Bagdasarov | 7.5 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry V is the game fans have been waiting for, for better or for worse. It’s not the best in the franchise but it’s a welcome and stylish return to the original Devil May Cry saga. | Read review |
| Polygon | Jeffrey Parkin | Recommended | 03-07-2019 | It’s a gory, metalcore-driven, imperfect romp. It didn’t ask me for much: just 15 hours of my time and a willingness to admit that, all right, dragging a motorcycle across a demon’s face is, in fact, pretty bs. | Read review |
| PowerUp! | Matthew Manchester | 9.6 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | “As far as gameplay, I can’t see many people not enjoying this. Devi May Cry 5 has been one of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had.” | Read review |
| Press Start | James Berich | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 rights all the wrongs of its predecessors with style and gusto, whilst being incredibly welcoming to series newcomers. The three playable characters bring great combat variety against the games huge slew of enemies and bosses. There are a few little niggles that stop the game from being the best it could be, but Devil May Cry 5 is undoubtedly one of the best in the series. | Read review |
| PSX Brasil | Luis Guilherme Machado Camargo | 95 / 100 | 03-13-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 does justice to the series legacy, even surpassing some of its predecessors in some points. The excellent gameplay makes this one of the best action games ever created and the great narrative makes players pay attention on how the story develops. I’m happy to say that Devil May Cry is back and I hope it stays like that for a long time. | Read review |
| Push Square | Robert Ramsey | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is quite easily one of the best action games on PS4. Flawless in the execution of its often jaw-dropping combat, it’s a masterfully crafted title that begs to be played over and over again. Stunning presentation helps sell some of the coolest cutscenes going, and the story ties the series together with style. Among a sea of uninspired open world outings, Devil May Cry 5 is an explosion of character and laser-focused excellence. Capcom is well and truly back. | Read review |
| Rectify Gaming | Dave Rodriguez | 9.5 / 10 | 03-19-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 modernizes a classic with one of the greatest character action games ever created. | Read review |
| Rely On Horror | Jordan Leendertsen | 10 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a triumphant return to form for the classic action series, offering polished graphics and the series’ best gameplay to date. | Read review |
| Reno Gazette-Journal | Jason Hidalgo | 9 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 represents a much welcome return to form for the franchise that’ll likely make your cheeks ache due to the stupid smile that it constantly puts on your face. | Read review |
| Rice Digital | Reuben Mount | 5 / 5 stars | 03-08-2019 | The addition of great new characters like Nico and V, alongside the stalwart characters from earlier games make this truly feel like a sequel – bigger and better in every possible way. | Read review |
| Rock, Paper, Shotgun | Matt Cox | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | There is a demon, and I’m going to kill it. With style. I’ll shoot and slash and somersault, chaining together increasingly outlandish combos while listening to electro-metal where I only catch the odd word like ‘sword’ or ‘death’. | Read review |
| Saudi Gamer | عصام الشهوان | 10 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | One of the best and deepest battle systems, making for an exciting game that always pushes you to do better and learn more, coupled to an eclectic and cool cast of characters starring in breathtaking scenes with plenty of enemies and bosses to strut your stuff on. A triumphant return after 11 years and an instant classic. | Read review |
| Screen Rant | Cody Gravelle | 4 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is an entertaining romp through the underworld made even more exciting by its three protagonists. | Read review |
| SECTOR.sk | Táňa Matúšová | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | After more than 10 years Capcom brings us a Devil May Cry game that truly topped our expectations. By adding a variety of new inovations into a well built formula, they created a game worth the wait. | Read review |
| Shacknews | Brittany Vincent | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is an excellent action game. It’s an even better Devil May Cry, perhaps the best the series has seen just yet. | Read review |
| Slant Magazine | Justin Clark | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-12-2019 | The game is a near-endless buffet of innovative options for turning enemies into mincemeat. | Read review |
| Softpedia | Cosmin Vasile | 9 / 10 | 03-05-2019 | As for those who haven’t played any of the other titles, Devil May Cry 5 should be the reason to rectify the error. It took CAPCOM quite a long time, but at least they got it right, Devil May Cry 5 is a masterpiece. | Read review |
| SomHráč.sk | Martin Kubeš | 90 / 100 | 03-27-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is a game you could talk about a very long time, but all you need to know is that it’s one of the best games of 2019 so far and you shouldn’t miss it. This is how a comeback of a legend should look like. | Read review |
| SpazioGames | Domenico Musicò | 9.1 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is one of the best entry in the series and fully represents Capcom reinassance. Three characters with three different combat systems are enough to satisfy every fan of stylish action. | Read review |
| Stevivor | Steve Wright | 7 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | Excellent combat, dated design | Read review |
| TechRaptor | Samuel Guglielmo | 9 / 10 | 03-14-2019 | Devil May Cry 5’s few minor flaws are blasted away by one of the best combat systems this side of gaming. Each fight is a treat, each boss is a challenge, and I loved ever second of it. | Read review |
| Telegraph | Olivia White | 5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | It’s stylish. It’s cool. It’s supremely fun, fluid and rewarding. | Read review |
| The Angry Joe Show | Joe Vargas | 9 / 10 | 03-14-2019 | Video Review | Read review |
| The Digital Fix | Yannis Vatis | 9 / 10 | 03-11-2019 | This game is proof that single player not only isn’t dead but it can still be enthralling, enticing, and innovative. | Read review |
| The Escapist | Unknown | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is 99 percent about doing things that are totally sweet and looking totally sweet while doing them. There’s no thematic depth waiting beneath its bombastic, blood-drenched glamour and its vulcanizing, improvisational violence choreography. But when Hideaki Itsuno’s unlikely sequel drew me into a meditative flow of stabbing angry skeletons with a… | Read review |
| The Game Fanatics | Tyler Chancey | 9.3 / 10 | 03-11-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is the perfect distillation of what has made the series great. Satisfying combat, gorgeous visuals, cutting edge speed and fluidity, and a bold, brazen and completely devil-may-care attitude towards seriousness or self-consciousness. | Read review |
| The Games Machine | Daniele Dolce | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | DMC is finally back, and it’s here to teach all of us a lesson on how to make an excellent action game. | Read review |
| The Jimquisition | Jim Sterling | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | DMCV is everything fans want, and everything the rest of the world needs. | Read review |
| The Outerhaven Productions | Keith Mitchell | 4 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | In the end, Devil May Cry 5 doesn’t reinvent the wheel. Instead, it takes everything that fans of the series loved, dials it up to 11 and presents one of the best game in the series yet. Right up there with Devil May Cry 1 and 3 for me. Plenty of combat, the pacing is just right, and a nice amount of content to play through once you’ve reached the end. My only gripe is those blasted microtransactions, which I feel has no place in a game like this. A minor inconvenience in what I consider an enjoyable action game that I haven’t been able to put down. It looks like Capcom has yet another GOTY contender on their hands. Devil May Cry 5 is every bit the game I was looking forward to and then some. | Read review |
| TheSixthAxis | Nick Petrasiti | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Hideaki Itsuno, my hat goes off to you and your crew. It’s only March, and yet Devil May Cry 5 is another clear Game of the Year contender. The silly arguments on whether the original DMC or DmC is better can stop now, because DMC5 is here and it’s bloody brilliant. This is a proper return to form for the series, something that fans of both can get behind. | Read review |
| ThisGenGaming | Justin Oneil | 10 / 10 | 03-14-2019 | Everything in Devil May Cry 5 is ridiculous in the best way possible. The action and combat system are ridiculously deep. The graphics and music are ridiculously good and the story and fan service is ridiculous as well. | Read review |
| TrueAchievements | Kevin Tavore | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 is so successful because it is impeccably designed from top to bottom with one goal in mind: be awesome. It knocks that goal out of the park in nearly every element of the game. | Read review |
| TrueGaming | خالد العيسى | 7 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | The new gameplay mechanics and enjoyable boss fights can’t compensate for the weak story and repetitive missions and a camera that ruins the fight occasionally, the potential is there but the bad decision made blow out away. | Read review |
| Twinfinite | Hayes Madsen | 5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | The wait between Devil May Cry 4 and Devil May Cry 5 might have been long, but the payoff is more than worth it. It doesn’t deviate from the series’ formula, but instead refines it to a polished sheen; one that’s packed with an absurd amount of style and spirit. This is a must-play action game for fans of the series and the genre alike. | Read review |
| Unboxholics | Δημήτρης Σαλαμάρας | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | The authentic Devil May Cry experience is back at last. After 10 years Capcom learned from their mistakes and finally decided to bring the series back to its roots. Devil May Cry 5 is true to its predecessors and it manages to elevate the experience to another level. | Read review |
| USgamer | Mike Williams | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | Capcom fills fans’ dark souls with light! Devil May Cry 5 is an excellent return to form for the franchise, setting it up for a bright future. Nero’s here, Dante’s back in pitch-perfect form, and V provides a brand-new style of play. All Capcom really needed to do with Devil May Cry 5 was repackage the classic DMC gameplay with a modern coat of paint, but DMC 5 is an excellent, thoughtful update. | Read review |
| VG247 | Kirk McKeand | Recommended | 03-06-2019 | Though it’s not without its flaws, DMC 5 is a game where action is king. | Read review |
| VGChartz | Paul Broussard | 9 / 10 | 03-07-2019 | An old school fun, engrossing, and incredibly deep action game. | Read review |
| VGN | Giovanni Marrelli | 9 / 10 | 03-08-2019 | Capcom continues its moment of grace by churning out a new game inevitable for lovers of action titles. | Read review |
| Video Chums | A.J. Maciejewski | 8.2 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 features incredible action-intense gameplay as well as gorgeous visuals, engaging cutscenes, and phenomenal audio. | Read review |
| VideoGamer | Joshua Wise | 9 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry 5 revels in its own gleeful stupidity, presenting a world in which the most valuable commodity is style. | Read review |
| viewport | Alex Nester | 9 / 10 | 04-01-2019 | In a slew of releases from Capcom for many of their well-loved series, Devil May Cry 5 continues the trend as a solid entry within the DMC mythos. By expanding upon the established combat systems and making sure the characters are looking slick and stylish while hacking through legions of demonic forces, the developers chose to spend their time tightening up what they do best, and it shows. Incredible combo depth, distinct character styles, and plethora or difficulties are sure to make for one hell of a ride. | Read review |
| Wccftech | Francesco De Meo | 9.8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Devil May Cry V is the best entry in the series and one of the best character action games ever released. In addition to its excellent combat mechanics and level design, which expand greatly on the elements introduced in past games, the story and characters had never before received such focus in Devil May Cry. The game may be lacking in extra content such as the fan-favorite Bloody Palace mode at launch, but don’t let this small flaw prevent you from getting what will surely be one of the 2019 Game of the Year contenders. | Read review |
| We Got This Covered | David Morgan | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-06-2019 | A character action game with three characters, all of which are unique and fun in their own right, is a crowning achievement in design. Beautiful, stylish, and with depth that I feel compelled to conquer, Devil May Cry 5 gives back what you put in. | Read review |
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