Devil May Cry 4 similar games & best alternatives

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Devil May Cry 4

2009

Should you play it?

Devil May Cry® 4 immerses gamers in a gothic supernatural world, where a new protagonist clashes with a familiar hero. As the new leading man, Nero, players will unleash incredible attacks and non-stop combos using a unique new gameplay mechanic, his powerful "Devil Bringer" arm.

What works

  • Deep and rewarding combat system
  • Two distinct playable characters with unique styles
  • Well optimized pc version with exclusive modes
  • Stylish visuals and music
  • High replay value with multiple difficulties and challenges

Things to keep in mind

  • Repetitive backtracking and reused levels
  • Lackluster and predictable story
  • Some camera and control issues
  • Limited character customization
  • No multiplayer or cooperative features

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • NINJA GAIDEN 4

  • The First Berserker: Khazan

  • Devil May Cry 5

  • Bayonetta

  • METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE

  • Devil May Cry 4 Special Edition

More exploratory

Games that feels like Devil May Cry 4 but with more exploration of areas and secrets

  • Prince of Persia The Lost Crown

  • Souls of Blades

  • Stonemachia

  • STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®

  • Darksiders™

  • Stray Blade

Less competitive

Games that feels like Devil May Cry 4 but with less competition against others

  • Fate Seeker: Journey

  • Darksiders Warmastered Edition

  • Skydance's BEHEMOTH

  • Dead Space (2008)

  • Sudeki

  • Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands™

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

Devil May Cry 4: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Relaxation.

Last update: 03/08/2026