Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition Reviews

Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition is ranked in the 93rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
10 / 10.0
Mar 1, 2020

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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95 / 100
Feb 28, 2020

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 its difficulty and depth. And who knows, after so many re-releases and playthroughs, maybe people will notice how meaningful and well told the story is.

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9.5 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2020

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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9.5 / 10.0
Jun 16, 2017

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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Feb 20, 2020

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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9 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2020

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

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9 / 10
Feb 20, 2020

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

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9 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2020

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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9 / 10.0
Feb 21, 2020

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 similarly top-notch. If you're a fan of the game or the franchise, then DMC3 for the Switch is absolutely worth the money. The party is really getting started now.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 10, 2020

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 the Free Style mode, and the new co-op mode for Bloody Palace will let you share the fun with a friend. Despite the stationary camera and re-used bosses, this game pleases more than it punishes. Indeed, whether you are drawn to this latest iteration of DMC3 out of a sense of nostalgia or a love for its excellent combat, you will surely enjoy this greatly re-playable game

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9 / 10.0
Mar 10, 2020

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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9 / 10.0
Feb 24, 2020

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

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9 / 10.0
Feb 27, 2020

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 with difficulty mashing buttons, but you’ll still be treated to one of the best and most stylish action games currently available on the Switch.

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9 / 10.0
Feb 28, 2020

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 the staple of the hack and slash genre, and will remain one of the greatest action games of all time.

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8.5 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2020

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 Switch version gives the title a breath of fresh air, offering veterans of the series a fresh take on the classic while making it even more accessible to newcomers.

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TrueGaming
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Feb 29, 2020

We wish DMC3: SE is the standard of Capcom's releases on Nintendo Switch going forward. This is the best version of this beloved action game and it feels great on the go.

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8.3 / 10.0
Feb 21, 2020

It's hard to believe that a 3D action game as supremely enjoyable as Devil May Cry 3 released 15 years ago. It's a modern masterpiece that genre fans need to play even if they already have dozens of times before.

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Metro GameCentral
Top Critic
8 / 10
Feb 21, 2020

An unexpectedly enhanced version of one of the best action games of the PS2 era, which even now offers better and deeper combat than most modern rivals.

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8 / 10
Feb 20, 2020

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 version of the game.

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Peter Grimm
Top Critic
Mar 12, 2020

Devil May Cry 3 is now out on the Nintendo Switch, bringing with it some great new features that make the 2005 classic even better.

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