File Size for Devil May Cry HD Collection on PS4 Revealed

The PlayStation Store product page for the Devil May Cry HD Collection revealed its file size on the PlayStation 4. The digital version of the compilation requires 12.01 GB of hard drive space. The collection was scheduled for release in North America on March 13, 2018, for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, and was also available as a physical disc for console players.

This release bundles the first three games in the franchise, which originally launched on the PlayStation 2. It offers a chance for players to experience the origins of the stylish action series on modern hardware, running at a higher resolution and frame rate than previous versions.

The Original Trilogy Remastered

The collection begins with the original Devil May Cry, first released in 2001. The game was instrumental in defining the 3D character action genre, focusing on fast-paced, stylish combat. Players control the half-demon Dante in his war against the forces of darkness, using his unique abilities and demonic powers to save humanity. Its emphasis on combo-driven sword and gunplay set a new standard for action games of its era.

Next is Devil May Cry 2 from 2003. This sequel continues Dante’s story and introduces a new playable character, Lucia. The game attempted to expand on the original’s formula with larger environments and a different approach to combat, though it received a more mixed reception from fans and critics at the time. It centers on Dante and Lucia’s efforts to stop a powerful businessman from achieving demonic supremacy.

The final game in the package is Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening. This title is a prequel to the first game, exploring a younger Dante’s origins and the beginning of his rivalry with his twin brother, Vergil. The version included in the collection is the Special Edition, which features several enhancements over the original 2005 release. These additions include the option to play through the game as Vergil, the survival-based Bloody Palace Mode, and a faster-paced Turbo Mode.

A Second HD Outing

This 2018 release was not the first time the trilogy had been remastered. A previous version of the Devil May Cry HD Collection was released in 2012 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The primary upgrade for the PS4 and Xbox One release was the performance target. While the older collection ran in HD, this newer version aimed for a 1080p resolution while targeting a 60 frames-per-second frame rate, providing a much smoother gameplay experience across all three titles.

The 12.01 GB file size is relatively modest for a collection of three full games, especially when compared to many other PS4 titles from the same period. For players looking to conserve storage space, the physical retail version provided an alternative to the digital download. The collection served as a comprehensive package for newcomers and a chance for long-time fans to revisit the games that established Dante as an iconic video game character.