Is Devil May Cry 5 on PS5 Totally Worth It? Absolutely!
If you‘ve been holding out on playing or replaying this stylish action game until you get a PlayStation 5 – your patience has paid off. Capcom‘s hit demon-slaying adventure Devil May Cry 5 has arrived on next-gen in a Special Edition that makes an already amazing game even better.
With visual upgrades, bonus content and blazing fast load times, DMC5 on PS5 is the definitive way to experience this bloody spectacular title. Let‘s dive in on what makes it a must-buy.
Ray Tracing, 4K and Buttery Smooth Framerates
DMC5 was already a graphical showcase, but the PS5 enhancements take things to the next level. You‘ve now got options between a 4K 30fps cinematic mode with ray tracing, or a performance focused 4K 60fps setting without ray tracing.
Enabling ray tracing brings next-level lighting, shadows and reflections that amplify the atmosphere and demonic designs. In action it looks stunning, with laser sword slashes flashing brightly across surfaces and spectral environment effects.
Digital Foundry benchmarks back up the smooth experience, with the PS5‘s customized SSD allowing for over 100fps during combat! Those buttery visuals transform the insane combos and swordplay into a flowing dance.
| PS5 Performance Modes | Details |
|---|---|
| Ray Tracing | 4K 30fps or 1080p 60fps with enhanced lighting and reflections |
| Performance | 4K 60fps or up to 120fps, no ray tracing |
For series veterans eager to replay the campaign, being able to bump the framerate up to 120fps is a game changer. The faster response makes pulling off exquisitely timed dodges and parries during climatic boss fights much more responsive.
Hey, Vergil‘s Here – and He Rules!
Easily the crown jewel of the PS5 edition is the addition of Vergil as a playable character. The katana-wielding half-demon brother of Dante has been a fan favorite since his debut in DMC3. Now you can finally experience the full DMC5 story from his perspective.
Wielding his spectral summon swords along with lightning fast cuts and judgment cuts makes you feel like an unstoppable force. Urgency Shot has Vergil teleporting directly into enemies for brutal one-hit kills – it‘s immensely satisfying.
Reddit users and action game fans almost universally praise his inclusion, calling Vergil "insanely good" and "one of the best designed characters ever" in the genre.
In my experience, he adds a totally fresh way to experience the game. Between Vergil, Dante and Nero, you‘ve now got three wholly distinct playstyles to swap between. It adds amazing replayability.
Bloody Palace and Bonus Modes
On top of Vergil, PS5‘s DMC5 Special Edition includes previously released DLC like extra devil breakers, the Cavaliere R weapon and EX costumes. Most notably, it adds the fan favorite Bloody Palace survival mode.
This mode has you battling through over 100 floors of enemies with minimal health recovery in between. It‘s an addictive gauntlet that will test even seasoned Dante veterans. The Special Edition also includes Turbo Mode (20% faster gameplay) and Legendary Dark Knight mode with even more enemies.
Wait Faster, Play Faster
It‘s not just about visuals and modes though, the PS5 hardware itself elevates DMC5‘s gameplay. The DualSense controller‘s adaptive triggers provide tactile kickback when revving the sword Red Queen. 3D spatial audio helps you pinpoint demon threats.
But above all, the PS5‘s ultra fast SSD nearly eliminates loading times. Getting into missions or retrying after death is almost instantaneous now, keeping you in the action.
The Definitive Next-Gen Version
While Xbox Series X offers the same features, Digital Foundry gives the nod to PS5‘s performance seeing "faster overall load times" and "smoother combat". The DualSense also gives it an edge for immersion.
On PC you can push graphics further, but PS5 finds the sweet spot between visuals and smooth 60fps gameplay. If you want an ultra polished version of DMC5, PS5 Special Edition is absolutely the way to go.
New to DMC? You‘ll Be Fine!
As a DMC first timer myself, I wondered if I‘d be lost playing DMC5 as my entry point. Thankfully the game does a great job catching you up on who‘s who. Sure, references to older games fly over my head. But I never felt confused by the story or relationships.
The action is intuitive enough to pick up, while offering ridiculous depth for those seeking mastery. Starting on the standard "Devil Hunter" mode provides a fair but not overhwelming difficulty.
There are challenges, but the game eases you in reasonably well compared to notoriously tough classics like Ninja Gaiden. Go slay some demons!
The Future is Bright for More DMC
With over 5 million copies sold, DMC5 has been a huge success for Capcom. The publisher says they "intend to nurture this series as one of our key global franchises".
We may not get DMC6 for a few years, but Capcom is keeping the ball rolling with Project X Zone games and the upcoming mobile title Peak of Combat.
The future is bright for more stylish demon hunting action. But for now, DMC5 Special Edition lets you experience the pinnacle of the series on cutting edge PS5 hardware.
Conclusion: A Must-Buy PS5 Showcase!
From its bombastic real-time cutscenes to its nuanced combat, DMC5 is quite simply one of the greatest action games ever made. With PS5 it gets even better, with higher resolutions, faster loading, a whole new character in Vergil, and buttery smooth 120fps gameplay.
Whether you‘re a devoted fan eager to replay with new modes, or a next-gen newcomer ready for some demon-slaying action, DMC5 Special Edition should absolutely be in your PS5 library. The lightning fast SSD and DualSense upgrades let you dive right in to experience this masterpiece of over-the-top action and style.
Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition on PS5 takes an outstanding game and makes it a must-play showcase for the new hardware. It‘s the definitive version of a modern action classic – so grab some pizza, turn up the metal soundtrack, and get ready for an insane ride!