Once upon a time, in the magical land of early 2000s gaming, Capcom brought us the stylish and over-the-top adventures of Dante, a half-demon with a penchant for bad one-liners and ridiculously flashy combat. The 'Devil May Cry HD Collection' for PS4 springs forth like a well-oiled double-barreled shotgun, delivering not just one but three classic titles that will make you want to don your leather jacket and fight the forces of hell—all while eating pizza without breaking a sweat. Whether you are reliving the glory days or experiencing them for the first time, this collection makes sure you never forget who the baddest demon hunter in the game is.
The gameplay mechanics of the original Devil May Cry series laid the groundwork for modern hack-and-slash games. You’ll be controlling Dante while he dishes out stylish combos like a chef flipping pancakes at a greasy diner. The combat system is layered and allows you to switch between multiple weapons and styles, which means every encounter can be a tactical ballet of swordplay and gunfire. You earn style points for your creative ass-kicking, so don’t just mash buttons like you’re playing an old-school arcade game; show off your combo prowess! Darting from enemy to enemy while executing the infamous 'Devil Trigger' ability will make you feel like a total badass. And let's not forget, there are puzzles! No, they aren't as challenging as finding your socks in your messy room, but they do break up the action nicely, giving your brain a workout in between those flashy fights.
Graphically, the HD remastering does justice to the original aesthetic while also updating it to make it palatable for today’s eyes. You'll find the atmosphere dripping with a gothic flair that blends beautifully with the action. The game models have been polished up without changing their core beauty, making it feel like seeing an old friend after they've had a makeover. Lighting effects that mirror Dante's devilish charisma pop with vibrancy. You know how on Instagram there are filters that make everything look better? Imagine if this collection had a high-end filter; it’s like that, but better! The environments are rich and immersive, pulling you into the twisted reality that the series is known for. Just make sure your blood pressure is under control, because when Dante pulls off those stylish moves, blood will be pumping through your veins (and possibly out of your enemies).
The 'Devil May Cry HD Collection' serves up a nostalgic feast for fans and a perfect entrance for newcomers. While other games may fade into the shadows of time, Dante's adventure remains relevant and stylish, proving that demon hunting is not just for your older brother's generation. If you fancy a trip down memory lane, complete with flashy combat, snarky quips, and enough demon-slaying to fill a stadium, this collection is your best ticket. Just remember to keep your pizza close, your skills sharper, and maybe have a stress ball on standby—because hell, it gets intense!