Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition
Release Date: June 23, 2015
Action, TPP, remasters/remakes, slasher, urban fantasy, singleplayer
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Steam
An enhanced version of the fourth installment of the popular slasher game series by Capcom, previously released in 2008 for PC and consoles. The game introduces a new protagonist called Nero, a member of the Holy Knights. Having witnessed his fellow Knights being slaughtered by Dante, known from the previous installments, and vows to take revenge on the murderer and learn why he became an enemy of the Order.
December 18, 2017
Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow of Devil May Cry series
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[2:12] Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition gameplay trailer
[1:48] Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition trailer
PlayStation LifeStyle: 8 / 10 by Paulmichael Contreras
If you liked the original Devil May Cry 4, then you'll enjoy this re-release. If you haven't tried the series before, then this is a good entry point. It still has the occasional poorly-placed camera, and the graphics have not aged too well, but overall it's a high-octane mix of platforming and combat interspersed with the occasional puzzle. Pick it up if you want your action fix.
Arcade Sushi: 7 / 10 by Katrina Hill
If you've never played Devil May Cry 4, or miss the glory days of the series where Dante was fun, and combat was deep, this edition offers fun aplenty.
PCMag: 4 / 5 by Gabriel Zamora
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition revitalizes Capcom's stylish action series by adding new playable characters with unique gameplay mechanics.
GAMERS Score
Average score from 455 votes. 54 players anticipated the game.
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition Description
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition for PC, PS4 and XONE is an enhanced version of the fourth installment of the popular slasher game series by Capcom, previously released in 2008 for PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Although it was developed mainly with consoles in mind, digital edition for PC has also been made available.
Plot
The protagonist of the series produced by Shinji Mikami (co-creator of the Resident Evil franchise) is a young man named Dante, who wants to take revenge on demons that killed his mother. Thanks to his unusual powers, such as the ability to turn into a demon, Dante can bring death to all kinds of filthy creatures ravaging the world. The fourth installment introduces a new hero, Nero, a member of the Holy Knights. Having witnesses his fellow knights being slaugthered by Dante, Nero vows to avenge them. As the game progresses, we learn why the previous protagonist became a villain, and who really is responsible for the story's events.
Mechanics
Like the previous installments, Devil May Cry 4 is a dynamic TPP hack'and'slash game, in which you explore the world, solve puzzles, and battle hordes of demons. In combat, you fight with many kinds of swords and guns, including magical ones. Depending on the character you play as, you can also use special abilities such as the Devil Bringer, which can lift every weight and defeat every opponent. The key to success is using complex attack sequences that deal massive damage to enemies. The game also features a simple character developement system which allows you to unlock new items and abilities as you play.
Technical aspects
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition for PC, PS4 and XONE features enhanced graphics in 1080p and 60 FPS. However, the developers didn't just upgrade the visual layer and fix minor technical issues, which sped up the gameplay and improved its balance. This edition also provides you with three new playable characters, Vergil, Trish and Lady, who you can play as during Nero and Dante's missions. The game also features the Legendary Dark Knight Mode for the more experienced players, previously unavailable on consoles. The special edition is complemented by a set of extra outfits and skins for the playable characters.
Last updated on April 28, 2016
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Devil May Cry Series
A series of action games with gameplay focused on spectacular combat sequences, considered to be some of the best slashers on the market. Devil May Cry ranks among the most important brands in the publishing portfolio of Japanese company Capcom.
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Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz/AMD X2 2.8 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 8800 GTS/Radeon HD 3850 or better, 27 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1
Recommended: Intel Core i3 3.0/AMD FX-4100 3.6 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 1280 MB GeForce GTX 570/1 GB Radeon HD 7790 or better, 27 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1