Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat (Chinese: 鬼泣-巅峰之战; Pinyin: Guǐ Qì - Diānfēng zhī zhàn) marks a new milestone in the legendary "Devil May Cry" series. Originally known as "Devil May Cry Mobile" and sometimes referred to as "Devil May Cry: Pinnacle of Combat" or "Devil May Cry: War of the Peak," this mobile spin-off game is being developed by the Chinese company NebulaJoy (formerly YunchangGame) and supervised by the Japanese DMC development team.
The Soundtrack: "Fire Inside" by Casey Edwards
The game's launch is accompanied by a brand-new promotional track titled "Fire Inside," composed by renowned composer Casey Edwards. Known for his work on previous Devil May Cry games, Edwards continues his characteristic heavy metal style with "Fire Inside." Fans of the series can look forward to powerful melodies and profound lyrics that immerse players in the captivating world of Devil May Cry.
Gameplay: Unique Action and Challenges
The gameplay of "Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat" closely follows its PC/console combat counterparts, with some adjustments for the limited screen space. Players navigate through extensive levels, battle demons, and increase their style rank through diverse attacks. Different abilities and weapons enhance the points, while repetitive movements decrease the rank.
Feature Differences Compared to PC/Console
- Characters can carry a maximum of 4 weapons.
- No automatic mode, but with aim assist.
- Some weapon categories are not available.
- Dante only has the Trickster and Royalguard styles.
- Nero's default costume does not have his own Devil Trigger form.
Weapons: Variety and Customization Options
Each character can wield up to four weapons, two primary and two secondary. Each weapon has different statistics and abilities, from physical damage to secondary elemental damage.
Weapon Upgrades
- Injection: Costs Red Orbs, increases primary damage.
- Forging: Requires materials, changes the appearance of the weapon, increases damage, and unlocks additional abilities.
- Refining: Increases all weapon statistics.
- Magic Cards: Increase light damage and provide a unique ability.
Character Statistics: Every Hero is Unique
Each character has six individual statistics, including health points, mana/burst gauge (for Lady), power, physical, critical hit chance, and critical damage. Dante also has a unique 'Anger' value for Royalguard.
Difficulty Levels and Special Modes
- Two difficulty levels: Easy and Hard.
- Special modes like "Memory Corridor" and "Vergil's Soul Realm" offer additional challenges.
Conclusion: "Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat" - A Must for Fans
With its exciting gameplay, extensive customization options, and faithful recreations of classic elements from the main series, "Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat" promises an intense and stylish action RPG experience on mobile devices. Fans can look forward to a deep and stylish demon-hunting adventure that redefines the boundaries of mobile gaming. The release of "Fire Inside" amplifies the anticipation and engagement of the community, while the game itself ushers in a new era for mobile gaming.
Availability and Pre-registration
"Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat" is officially available starting January 10, 2024. As the only Devil May Cry mobile game authorized and supervised by Capcom, it adopts the worldview of the iconic game series. It is currently available for pre-registration on both platforms:
