New Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition Screenshots Show Off Playable Characters

Capcom released a new set of screenshots for Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition in May 2015, offering a closer look at the remastered action game ahead of its summer release. The images focused primarily on the new playable characters and visual enhancements that defined this updated version for modern platforms.

Lady, Trish, and Vergil Join the Roster

The main highlight of the screenshots was the addition of three new playable characters: Lady, Trish, and Vergil. While Nero and Dante were the main protagonists of the original release, the Special Edition expanded the roster significantly. Vergil, Dante’s twin brother and a fan-favorite antagonist, returned with his own unique campaign. The demon huntress Lady and the demon Trish, who both appeared in the original game’s story, were also made fully playable for the first time in Devil May Cry 4.

To integrate these new characters, Capcom confirmed that each would receive new opening and ending cutscenes. These additions were intended to provide narrative context for their respective campaigns within the existing story framework. The screenshots showed these characters in various combat and idle poses, demonstrating their distinct visual designs and weapon loadouts. Vergil was seen wielding his signature Yamato katana, while Lady brandished firearms, and Trish utilized her demonic powers.

Technical Enhancements and New Modes

Beyond the expanded character roster, Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition featured a number of technical and content upgrades over its original PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 counterparts. The game was remastered to run at a native 1080p resolution and a target of 60 frames per second, providing a much smoother and clearer visual experience. The screenshots displayed cleaner textures and improved lighting, showcasing the benefits of the move to more powerful hardware.

Also included was the Legendary Dark Knight Mode. This game mode, which was previously exclusive to the original PC port of Devil May Cry 4, dramatically increases the number of on-screen enemies. This creates more chaotic and demanding combat scenarios for players seeking an extreme challenge. Its inclusion on the console versions was a key selling point for returning fans.

Release and Platform Details

Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition was scheduled for a June 23, 2015 release on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Capcom also clarified the distribution plan for North America, announcing that the game would be a digital-only title in the region. Players would need to purchase and download the game from the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, or Steam, as no physical disc version was planned for retail stores in North America.