Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition
February 20, 2020
Set before the events of the original Devil May Cry, this action classic sees Dante facing off against his twin brother, Vergil, who has designs on unlocking a gate to the demonic realm, to which Dante himself holds the key... Featuring selectable combat styles such as Swordmaster and Gunslinger, Devil …
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"It&s;s hard to believe that a 3D action game as supremely enjoyable as Devil May Cry 3 released 15 years ago. It&s;s a modern masterpiece that genre fans need to play even if they already have dozens of times before."
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70.0
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85.0
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"Devil May Cry 3 may be getting on a bit 15 years later but it nonetheless remains one of the most technically hardcore action games out there, and devout devil hunters will make great use of the additional features for …"
Read original review"The Switch port of Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition is a wonderful upgrade to an excellent action-adventure video game."
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96.0
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88.0
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28.0
"Devil May Cry 3 is a must-play if you’re already a fan of Capcom’s combo-based action series or if you’re new to the genre. The handheld and Joy-Con controls may not be ideal for prolonged periods of play or players …"
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75.0
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90.0
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80.0
"Character action games rely heavily on combat and style and Devil May Cry 3 manages to deliver just that in spades. While not being able to completely withstand the test of time, the addition of Free Style play to the …"
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85.0
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92.0
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73.0
"Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition for the Switch is the definitive version of arguably the best Devil May Cry game. Freestyle mode is a revelation that makes a great game even better, and the rest of the port is …"
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60.0
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90.0
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"Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition is a fun experience for only those used to the Devil May Cry series."
Read original review"Without it, we would not see the success stories of many major modern hack and slasher’s such as Bayonetta, Dynasty Warriors, Darksiders, Castlevania, No More Heroes, God of War, Heavenly Sword and many others. Devil May Cry 3 is still …"
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92.0
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94.0
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"Simply put, Devil May Cry 3 is not just an outstanding port, but an utterly essential Switch game."
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90.0
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92.0
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"While Devil May Cry 3 is starting to show its age, it still holds its title as one of the best character action games ever made. The new additions add a refreshing twist on this classic game, while still retaining …"
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80.0
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92.0
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80.0
"Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition has learnt some new tricks on Nintendo Switch. It might be a bit creaky in places visually, but with the new Freestyle Mode spicing up its already brilliant action, this is the new definitive …"
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96.0
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97.0
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94.0
"Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition on Switch is easily the definitive way to experience one of the best action games ever made."
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50.0
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60.0
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40.0
"Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition on the Switch is without a doubt the best way to play Devil May Cry 3."
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30.0
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70.0
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"DMC3 is still a very good Beat&s;em Up, and adds a coop&s;rative mode to the Switch Version, but the remaster is very, very lazy."
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80.0
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"Devil May Cry 3 has aged remarkably well in almost every other area and the Switch port is the best version of this all-time classic."
Read original review"Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition for Nintendo Switch is the best version of the game so far, but this piece of gaming history is beginning to show its age."
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75.0
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65.0
"One of the better re-releases in recent memory."
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85.0
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75.0
"Devil May Cry 3 remains one of the very best action games ever made."
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80.0
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"Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition for the Nintendo Switch offers the fun, fast-paced, over-the-top action that&s;s characteristic of a Devil May Cry game but carries with it unwanted remnants that reminds us it&s;s not a new game, despite its …"
Read original review"One of the best HD remakes you will find, with worthy additions to an already great game."
Read original review"The latest port of the highly acclaimed Devil May Cry 3, not only succeeds in bringing the fan-favorite title to the Nintendo Switch, but also manages to improve it. The already solid combat has only improved with the addition of …"
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"Built-in achievements, small storage size (around 5GB), and super fast load times make this much more than just a port — it’s an impressive “ultimate” edition, if you will. Bravo, Capcom."
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"With classic addictive gameplay and the addition of Freestyle Mode and local co-op mode in Bloody palace, Devil May Cry 3 stands out as the most valubale addition of the franchise to Nintendo Switch."
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"Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition is a decent remaster for the Nintendo Switch, with a big addition that changes the gameplay dramatically. If you never experienced Dante&s;s Awakening in the past, this is the way to do it."
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"The best version of what is still considered one of the best in its genre, with some welcome added features."
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