Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition

Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition

February 20, 2020

ActionAdventure Nintendo Switch

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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Critic Reviews (25)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Feb 2020
83.0 /100

"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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Alan Wen GameSpot Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"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 …"

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Arthur Damian Nintendo Enthusiast Feb 2020
95.0 /100

"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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Cam Olmedo The Outerhaven Productions Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

96.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

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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Casey Gibson The Thirsty Mage Feb 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

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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Chris "Atom" DeAngelus Worth Playing Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

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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Cody Peterson TechRaptor Feb 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

80.0

"Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition is a fun experience for only those used to the Devil May Cry series."

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Dan Rizzo DASHGAMER.com Feb 2020
90.0 /100

"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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Darryl Edge Cultured Vultures Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

86.0

"Simply put, Devil May Cry 3 is not just an outstanding port, but an utterly essential Switch game."

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David Flynn GamingTrend Feb 2020
95.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

85.0

"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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Dominic Leighton TheSixthAxis Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

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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Fingal Belmont Niche Gamer Feb 2020
100.0 /100

Graphics

96.0

Gameplay

97.0

Story

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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James Berich Press Start Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

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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Jonathan Bushle Gameblog Feb 2020
60.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

40.0

"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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Michael Leri PlayStation LifeStyle Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

70.0

"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."

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Nicolò Bicego Spaziogames Feb 2020
72.0 /100

"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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Paul Broussard VGChartz Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"One of the better re-releases in recent memory."

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PJ O&s;Reilly God is a Geek Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

75.0

"Devil May Cry 3 remains one of the very best action games ever made."

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Pranavsingh Dhunnoo GBAtemp Feb 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

70.0

"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 …"

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Sean Smith God is a Geek Feb 2020
90.0 /100

"One of the best HD remakes you will find, with worthy additions to an already great game."

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Shahab Zareei Pardis Game Feb 2020
90.0 /100

"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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Steven McGehee Digital Chumps Feb 2020
95.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

96.0

"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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Táňa Matúšová SECTOR.sk Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

88.0

"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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Νικόλαος Δερλός Unboxholics Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

73.0

Story

92.0

"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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عصام الشهوان Saudi Gamer Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

65.0

"The best version of what is still considered one of the best in its genre, with some welcome added features."

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