Game Review: DMC 4

 Devil May Cry 4, released in 2008 is the newest entry in the revered series and by far one of my all time favorite high quality action games. Released on both platforms this 'feel good' game as i call it ticks all the box's for my personal preference, not quite as challenging as Devil May Cry 3 however it's no walk in the park.The first half of the game provides you with a excellent and stylish newcomer Nero,who has a selection of impressive and elegant moves obviously cut from the same cloth as Dante (the star of previous games).
 In a nutshell the games takes you through a story about Nero, and how he struggles to learn the truth about his own religious organization, The Order of the Sword and Dante's apparent murder of its its leader. This all takes place in a surreal demonic world with copious amounts of powerful architecture and melodramatic cut-scenes. Although i found the levels slightly repetitive most of my attention was focused on his stylish game play.
 The character Nero possesses a powerful demonic arm, otherwise known as the ‘devil bringer’, which gives him the ability to grab enemies from a distance and slam them down forcefully. Nero acquires other tactical combinations, providing the player with much game-satisfaction. Both a variety of methods in which to slash an opponent combined with slick timing earns the player an overall better grade at the end of the level. In this way, the game ensures players are kept interested by providing a means to ‘show off’ and display their range of capabilities
 As well as the story missions the game also offers secret missions which is no doubt the most challenging aspect of the game for example you will have to dispatch every demon within the allotted time, you aren't required to do these mission but accomplishing these tasks is incredibly gratifying. The second half the game you take control of Dante, whilst losing the devil bringer is a bit of a disappointment, Dante's new weapons accompanied with 5 new fighting styles is a lot of fun especially Pandora's box developing flashy ways to destroy demons!
 As you work your way through the puzzles you have the freedom to free roam to help break up the fast pace and acquire new techniques for tougher bosses. Each boss is widely different from the last and visually stunning, these spectacular battles require perfect split-second timing and reflexes, these boss's are cleverly designed and very rewarding to deal with.
 DMC 4 is definitely a looker showcasing a great deal of style and flair in their movements, the damage you do to the enemy the better it looks on screen. The most impressive moves are accompanied with equally powerful sound effects, again using a heavy metal effects that most demon inspired games and films use during combat. Devil May Cry 4 delivers a lot of action that will please fans and if you liked previous series you will love this one.