Devil May Cry is a fast-paced, stylish action game that introduced the now-iconic character Dante, a half-human, half-demon demon hunter.

Combining intricate swordplay, acrobatic moves, and gunplay, the game became a benchmark for the hack-and-slash genre.

Players navigate gothic, labyrinthine environments while fighting hordes of demonic enemies, solving environmental puzzles, and facing challenging bosses.

The game begins with Dante being approached by a mysterious woman, Trish, who resembles Dante’s deceased mother. She informs him that the evil demon Mundus is attempting to return to the human world and that only Dante can stop him. The story unfolds primarily within Malcolm Castle, a sprawling gothic fortress filled with demons, traps, and secrets.

As Dante progresses, he uncovers the truth about his own past, his connection to Mundus, and the fate of his family. The narrative mixes dark, supernatural themes with occasional humor and Dante’s cocky, confident personality, which became a hallmark of the series.