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Devil May Cry 5
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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Story and Narrative
77
Critics have diverse opinions on Devil May Cry 5's story. Many praise its thrilling narrative, fun twists, and impressive cinematics. The balance of macabre and comedy is appreciated, with notable plot twists. However, some critics find the story shallow, with uninteresting characters and cheesy moments. Overall, reviews lean towards the positive side, citing entertainment value, well-crafted plot, and character badassery. Despite flaws, Devil May Cry 5's story captivates and entertains fans of the series.
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Gameplay
92
Critics rave about Devil May Cry 5's gameplay, praising its fast-paced combat, diverse characters, and rewarding mechanics. While some criticize certain aspects like repetitive level design and a steep learning curve for one character, the overall consensus is that the game offers an exceptional and engaging experience for both new players and series veterans.
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Graphics and Visual Design
90
Devil May Cry 5 wows critics with stunning graphics and realistic character designs, praised for its impressive visuals and innovative use of the RE Engine. Some critics noted repetitive environments and combat readability issues, but overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive.
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Music and Sound Design
86
Critics raved about Devil May Cry 5's outstanding sound design and music, praising the pumping metal soundtrack and stellar voice acting. While some noted minor issues like mumbled character speech, the majority lauded the gratifying sound effects and epic music that heightened the gameplay experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game's sound design and music greatly contributed to its appeal, elevating demon slaying to a whole new level of badassness.
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Voice Acting
78
Critics mostly love the voice acting in Devil May Cry 5, praising the performances for bringing characters to life. Positive reviews emphasize the fantastic portrayals, especially Rueben Langdon's electric performance as Dante. Some critics, however, find the voice acting disjointed or lacking in quality, particularly V's speech. Overall, while there are a few negative opinions, most agree that the voice acting enhances the game's experience by capturing the characters' charisma and personality.
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Technical Performance
88
Critics praise Devil May Cry 5's technical performance on Xbox One and PlayStation 4, with smooth 60fps gameplay and native 4K resolution on both consoles. Minor issues like occasional loading screens on PS4 noted, but overall, the game delivers a stable experience. Positive feedback from multiple critics confirms Devil May Cry 5's excellence in technical performance.
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Replay Value
80
Devil May Cry 5 receives positive reviews for its replay value, with critics praising unique upgrades, combat systems, and unlockable content that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, some criticize repetitive levels and lack of variety. Overall, the game offers enough incentives and content to keep players engaged and coming back for more.
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Overall Verdict
Devil May Cry 5: Critics rave about exceptional combat, stunning visuals, and engaging gameplay, labeling it a highly recommended masterpiece. Some critique weak story and level design, but overall, the game is praised as a slick and stylish return to form, earning its spot as one of the best action games in recent times.
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Reviews
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Videogameschronicle.com
May 2, 2019
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The review describes Devil May Cry 5 as another brilliant reboot from Capcom and a genre-capping turn from the series that made hack-and-slash an artform.
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Godisageek.com
Mar 6, 2019
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Devil May Cry 5 is a stunning hack and slash game that plays like a dream. The combat is phenomenal and the visuals are stunning. The story is over the top and bombastic. It is highly recommended.
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Gaming-age.com
Mar 14, 2019
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Devil May Cry 5 is probably the strongest entry in the series thus far. Dropping the puzzles in favor of a more streamlined, combat focused experience is another good change, and really helps the game have more of a laser focus.
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Theguardian.com
Mar 6, 2019
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The game is described as bloody, spectacular, and irresistible, with a rock-solid core. The reviewer is positive about the game and states that Devil May Cry is back.
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Ign.com
Mar 6, 2019
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The reviewer highly praises Devil May Cry 5, calling it the new pinnacle of the genre with a fun and satisfying story, and one of the best combat systems in video games.
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Cogconnected.com
Mar 6, 2019
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Devil May Cry 5 excels at bringing back the iconic feeling of the franchise with strategic, fast-paced combat, gorgeous graphics, and a killer soundtrack. The game is highly recommended for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
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Xboxachievements.com
Mar 6, 2019
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This could be the best DMC yet.
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Softpedia.com
Mar 6, 2019
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The review concludes that Devil May Cry 5 is a masterpiece and highly recommends it to both fans of the series and newcomers.
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Cubed3.com
Mar 20, 2019
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The review praises Devil May Cry 5 as the best 3D action game ever made, with fresh gameplay, advancements in controls and fluidity in animation.
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Pushsquare.com
Mar 6, 2019
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Devil May Cry 5 is one of the best action games on PS4, with flawless combat, stunning presentation, and a laser-focused excellence.
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