Devil May Cry 4

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In Devil May Cry 4, players control the formidable Nero who comes to grips with his newly found power as his beliefs and allegiance are tested. Continuing...
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Game Overview

In Devil May Cry 4, players control the formidable Nero who comes to grips with his newly found power as his beliefs and allegiance are tested. Continuing the legacy of fast paced action synonymous with the series, Devil May Cry 4 pushes the envelope of excellence even further with the inclusion of a new combat system that incorporates Nero’s "Devil Bringer." This new feature has players delivering overwhelming damage to enemies with non-stop combos, while gaining new power for Nero’s right arm. With the PlayStation 3 system's advanced graphical capabilities, high definition visuals and intricate detail come to life as players explore new and exotic locales. Amazing visual effects and dynamic action coupled with a complex storyline, provides the very cool, slick and stylish attitude that only a Devil May Cry game can deliver.

The Good

Extraordinary action sequences highlighted by smooth controls and slick animations, Nero is a great new character with some terrific new moves, Beautiful visuals and incredible cutscenes will constantly amaze you, Boss characters are designed well and fun to fight.

The Bad

Environments and boss fights are repeated far too often, Puzzles and platforming aren't much fun and chop up the pace too much.

The Bottom Line

Long ago the Dark Knight Sparda rebelled against the dark emperor and waged a one-man war to save humanity. Thousands of years later, a religious organization worships this renowned savior and has taken it upon themselves to rid the world of all evil. Residing in Fortuna, this organization is known as the "Order of the Sword," and is made up of an elite group of "Holy Knights." One day a young knight named Nero witnesses Sparda's legendary son Dante slaughter his fellow warriors. Has the renowned devil hunter turned his back on mankind? What does this encounter mean for these two individuals?

In Devil May Cry 4, players control the formidable Nero who comes to grips with his newly found power as his beliefs and allegiance are tested. Continuing the legacy of fast paced action synonymous with the series, Devil May Cry 4 pushes the envelope of excellence even further with the inclusion of a new combat system that incorporates Nero's "Devil Bringer." This new feature has players delivering overwhelming damage to enemies with non-stop combos, while gaining new power for Nero's right arm. With the PlayStation 3 system's advanced graphical capabilities, high definition visuals and intricate detail come to life as players explore new and exotic locales. Amazing visual effects and dynamic action coupled with a complex storyline, provides the very cool, slick and stylish attitude that only a Devil May Cry game can deliver.

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Expert Reviews

80/100

score

The newest entry in the revered series features plenty of awesome action, a great new character...and a bit of repetition.

90/100

score

Exceptional. The exciting (and exhaustive!) gameplay outweighs the camera issues and other minor nuisances.

87/100

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Though the focus might be more on Nero than Dante, and could've been named something else with a Dante cameo, DMC4 still has everything that fans expect of the game - over the top fight sequences, tons of replayability and an experience with an excellen

Game Features

From the producer of the original Devil May Cry and Resident Evil 4

High-definition visuals moving at 60 frames per second

Blend of familiar and new: newcomer Nero clashes with veteran Dante

New characters and environments

Signature blend of guns and swordplay

Deep combo system rewards stylish dispatching of enemies

Unique "Devil Bringer" arm opens up a range of combo options

Distinct set of weaponry and moves for Nero and Dante

Exceed System allows Nero to charge up his sword with a throttle effect, revving up to three levels with powerful attack options

New active style change system for Dante allows him to switch styles and weapons on the fly, producing crazy combo possibilities

Capcom's Devil May Cry 4 Ships Over 2 Million Stylish Units Fastest Selling Game In the DMC Series to Reach This Milestone

Game Specs

Audio/Video
HDTV 720p, In-Game Dolby Digital

Console Link
Ethernet Broadband

Memory
4.9 GB

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

Online Features
Friends, PS Network Compatible, Rankings

Controller Functions

NERO GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Left Analog Stick
Move

Right Analog Stick
Move Camera

X Button
Examine. Confirm. Jump. Air Hike (Press Twice).

Square Button
Long-Range Attack. Blue Rose Charge Shot (Hold for One Second, Release).

Circle Button
Examine. Cancel. Devil Bringer Buster.

Triangle Button
Close-Range Attack

L2 Button
Exceed

L3 Button
Change Lock-On Target

R1 Button
Lock-On Target

R3 Button
Reset Camera

Start Button
Pause Menu

Select Button
Taunt

ESRB Game Ratings

This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.

Content Descriptors:

Blood, Language, Sexual Themes, Violence