The Devil May Cry series began in 2001 when the Wachowski’s The Matrix was influencing just about every action film that came afterward with its bullet time, martial arts, and a fantastic soundtrack. It should come as no surprise then that Capcom’s own super stylish trench-🤪coat-wearing Dante became something of a cultural icon in his own right.

A huge part of Devil May Cry’s appeal was that at the time it was like no other action title. It was – and still is – complicated, deep, and rewarding. Even with the hardware limitations of the PlayStation 2, Devil May Cry provided the gamer with so many moments where they could sit 🅘back and say “that was so cool.”

The series hasn’t come without a certain amount of controversy though. Devil May Cry 2 was met with lukewarm reception from some of the fanbase not being happy with the change of pace, Dante’s more somber tone, and arguably less detailed environments. Then Devil May Cry 3 came along and set a new benchmark for the genre, before upsetting fans once again by making Nero the h🎃ero𒆙 of the fourth entry.

However, the biggest hit for the series came in the form of a reboot with DmC: Devil May Cry. This entry was developed by a western studio that aimed to streamline the gameplay and pu🅰t Dante on the wrong end of b🐲eing likable.

Ignoring the reboot, Capcom has hit back with a proper sequel in Devil May Cry 5 and it’s great. However, like every great game it isn’t without its flaws, let’s take some of the best and worst things about Devil May Cry 5.

25 ❀ Good: It’s The Devil May Cry We Know and Love ☂

The last entry in the series was DmC: Devil May Cry, it was game that attempts to reboot the series using western developers Ninja Theory retelling the story of Dante and his brother Vergil. It was a divisive title because despite playing well enough, the fans weren’t ready for a reboot and simply wanted a true follow up to Devil May Cry 4.

With Devil May Cry 5, the fans are getting exactly what they asked for and more. Those familiar with the Ninja Theory’s entry will definitely notice a fewꦓ nods but this a t🎐rue sequel that the fans were asking for.

24 Bad: It May Feel Too Old School For S🦋ome Gamers 🐭

There are some critics who feel that Devil May Cry 5 plays very much like Devil May Cry 3 but with this generation’s bells and whistles. In many ways, one could look at the game in the same way as the Resident Evil 2 Remake in that it never dev🦩iates too fa𝔉r away from the originals.

Of course, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but those hoping that Devil May Cry 5 will reinvent the action genre will be sorely disappointed. However, the game’s spectacular visuals and speed certainly modernize the tried and tested stylistic formula that fans have always wanted. Just don’t expect the same kind of series reinvention that was seen in God of War.

23 Good: Easy To Pick Up But Difficult To Master ꦜ

Before the Demon/Dark Souls series went mainstream and showed that difficult games could still be fun, gaming spent a long time catering to fans that only enjoyed cinematic spectacles and flashy effects. Thankfully, the Devil May Cry series has never been one of these games. That doesn't mean it isn't easy for new players to jump in and enjoy the spectacle. At the same time, even player🔯s looking for an easier ride will find the difficulty levels hard to master and rewarding in all the right ways.

The game has a clever way of throwing new challenges at you on higher difficul𓃲ties that go way beyond tougher enemies ♔and bosses. Without going into spoiler territory, it is absolutely worth learning the game as it’s meant to be played through multiple replays.

22 Bℱad: The Nonsensical Story 🌜

The Devil May Cry games have always had a sensဣe of silliness in regards to the unplausible plot and outlandish characters. Ho๊wever, the nonsensical story may be off-putting to some gamers that have never experienced any of the series’ previous entries.

The games have always had a borderline silly anime appeal to them and dedicated fans of the series and anime, in general, will love it. So those more used to the straight-forward "space marine and bald army men fighting off hordes of men with guns" may not find Devil May Cry 5 very appealing.

21 𝐆Good: The Crazy 🐈Story Is Exactly What Sets This Game Apart

Okay, so many conventional gamers that are used to watching and playing through fairly dull and unimaginative military games that do very little to push the genre as an art form. However, games like Devil May Cry 5 and Bayonetta are exactly what the game industry needs.

The PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 era was all about games like Gears of War and Call of Duty. Games like these became so popular that titles developedꦆ in Japan – on✅ce a pioneer in the gaming industry – became more niche.

In 2019, Devil May Cry 5 is back with that unique Japanese cre✅ativity but with enough cinematic flair to impress just about anyone.

20 💜 Bad: New Players May Find The 𝓀Story Confusing

The Devil May Cry series has be🦋en around a long time. The first game launched in 2001 and with the help of the HD remasters available on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One is still worth play𝕴ing today in 2019.

However, many of today’s gamers are far more likely to find the newest installment more appealing based on its visuals. This will, unfortunately, mean that they will have a lot to get their heads around especially as there has been three sequels, novels and Dante’s guest appearances in games like Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne/Lucifer’s Call.

19 Good: The History of DMC Option ✱

As mentioned, there is a lot to take in when it comes to the storytelling in the newest entry of the Devil May Cry series. This is especially true for those who aren’t willing to indulge🗹 in playing the older game꧂s to get an idea of what’s going on.

Thankfully, before you start a new game there’s an option called “History of DMC” which will give players the gist of the most important aspects of the story. It also serves as an introduction to some of the series' most familiar characterജs.

18 Good: The Soundtrack Encourages 𝐆Bigger Combos

The Devil May Cry soundtrack has always been a standout feature in the series and it really helps to keep the action flowing, providing many cool moments. In the late 90s and, 2000s, we had great action films like Blade and The Matrix, and a major part of what made them so good was the music that went along with the 🍒action.

Not only do the Devil May Cry games feat🦩ure cool music to help the action along but the soundtrack dynamically gets louder the higher your combo rate becomes. As a result, you'll really want to keep pushing for those SS-ranked com💦bos.

17 Bad: The Voice Acting is Acceptable Bu෴t No🐟t Exceptional

For gamers used to the stellar voice acting performances found in games like The Witcher, Mass Effect, and action series rival God of War, Devil May Cry may seem a little off. It’s on par with most Japanese developed titles th♏at have been translated to Englis💞h so it’s not terrible.

DMC5's nearest comparison would be the Resident Evil 2 Remake which at times could sound typical in its anime stylings. The acting is certainly acceptable and does a decent enough job in telling its bo✨nkers but surprisingly good story but don🐠’t expect anything too exceptional when it comes to the dialogue.

16 Good: The Action Doesn’t Get More Stylis🐲h Than This

There is nothing more disappointing than watching an amazing cutscene that rivals some of Hollywood’s best action scenes only to be met with lackluster gameplay. In fairness, most games in the action genre are guilty of this and Devil May Cry 5 isn’t.

When a game’s entire point is to achieve the highest style points possible as you progress then it better be fun to play. Devil May Cry 5 is not only fun to play, it is every Matrix and Blade power-f꧑antasy you ever had as a teen or young adult in the 2000s fully realized in videogame form.