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|current state = The game suffers from bad performance caused by sound files.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/6550/discussions/0/864969320373351964/|title=The DMC3SE PC Survival Guide. UPDATED 06/05/2015! - Steam Community Discussions|date=2023-04-11}}</ref> See [[#Poor performance|Poor performance]]. | |current state = The game suffers from bad performance caused by sound files.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/6550/discussions/0/864969320373351964/|title=The DMC3SE PC Survival Guide. UPDATED 06/05/2015! - Steam Community Discussions|date=2023-04-11}}</ref> See [[#Poor performance|Poor performance]]. | ||
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+ | It was delisted on Steam from January 31, 2024. | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check.<br> Japanese | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check.<br> The Japanese retail disc and updates do not have DRM. | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4352-1 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4352-1 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | devil-may-cry-3-special-edition | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | devil-may-cry-3-special-edition | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{ii}} [https://www.mediafire.com/file/27jkxas9lxjbd2d Latest version] is [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2832-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition-v130-jpn-update/ 1.3.0]. Digital | + | {{ii}} [https://www.mediafire.com/file/27jkxas9lxjbd2d Latest version] is [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2832-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition-v130-jpn-update/ 1.3.0]. Digital distributed versions are already patched to the latest version. |
{{ii}} For the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1082-devil-may-cry-3-dantes-awakening-patch/ legacy version of the patch], if the app says <code>"the version that has been installed cannot be acquired/installation destination is not found"</code> which prevents the update, use the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2754-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition-registry-fix Registry Fix] first to properly locate your game folder in the registry and then use the Patch again.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/931852-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition/42469739|title=Need registry entries to install patch please help! - GameFAQs|date=2008-04-08}}</ref> [https://youtu.be/ud7QO9kW2XM Video tutorial] on how to update the game. | {{ii}} For the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1082-devil-may-cry-3-dantes-awakening-patch/ legacy version of the patch], if the app says <code>"the version that has been installed cannot be acquired/installation destination is not found"</code> which prevents the update, use the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2754-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition-registry-fix Registry Fix] first to properly locate your game folder in the registry and then use the Patch again.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/931852-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition/42469739|title=Need registry entries to install patch please help! - GameFAQs|date=2008-04-08}}</ref> [https://youtu.be/ud7QO9kW2XM Video tutorial] on how to update the game. | ||
{{++}} Updating the game makes it compatible with the [https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Devil_May_Cry_3:_Special_Edition#Style_Switcher Style Switcher mod] and enables Windows Vista support. | {{++}} Updating the game makes it compatible with the [https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Devil_May_Cry_3:_Special_Edition#Style_Switcher Style Switcher mod] and enables Windows Vista support. | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Renaming/deleting video files|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Projectxsent|date=2024-05-06|comment=Comment (optional)}}</ref>|fix= |
+ | # Head to the <code>DMC3SE game folder/mov</code>. | ||
+ | # Rename/delete <code>logo.mpg</code> and <code>GuroP.mpg</code>. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Via Style Switcher|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Justcoz|date=2023-09-06|comment=Comment (optional)}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Install [[#Style Switcher|Style Switcher]]. | # Install [[#Style Switcher|Style Switcher]]. | ||
# Edit {{File|StyleSwitcher.ini}}. | # Edit {{File|StyleSwitcher.ini}}. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install Style Switcher|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install Style Switcher|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
# Download and install Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 [https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x86.exe x86] and [https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe x64] and [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=8109 DirectX Redistributable (June 2010)]. | # Download and install Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 [https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x86.exe x86] and [https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe x64] and [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=8109 DirectX Redistributable (June 2010)]. | ||
− | # Download [https:// | + | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2872-dmc3se-pc-2006-style-switcher-by-serpentiem Style Switcher] and extract the files. |
# Move the extracted files to the installation folder. | # Move the extracted files to the installation folder. | ||
# Read the {{File|documentation.html}} for additional information about the mod. | # Read the {{File|documentation.html}} for additional information about the mod. | ||
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|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
− | |controller support notes = | + | |controller support notes = DInput and partial XInput support. |
|full controller = false | |full controller = false | ||
− | |full controller notes = Exiting the game is done with {{key|Alt|F4}}. | + | |full controller notes = Exiting the game is done with {{key|Alt|F4}}. The Japanese version has its "Exit" dialog on the Title Screen. |
|controller remap = true | |controller remap = true | ||
|controller remap notes = Can remap controller buttons. Dante and Vergil will share the same configuration. | |controller remap notes = Can remap controller buttons. Dante and Vergil will share the same configuration. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Controller|Controller support]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Controller|Controller support]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Add XInput support<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Add XInput support<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3L9bfIbHRBM|title=How to Install DMC3SE PC 2006 - YouTube|date=2024-04-23}}</ref>|fix= |
− | * Use [https://0dd14lab.net/bin/xinputplus/ XInput Plus] | + | * Use [https://0dd14lab.net/bin/xinputplus/ XInput Plus] to "convert" an XInput device/Xbox controller into DInput. |
<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li>Run XInput Plus, click '''Select''' on Target Program and select {{File|dmc3se.exe}}.</li> | <li>Run XInput Plus, click '''Select''' on Target Program and select {{File|dmc3se.exe}}.</li> | ||
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<li>Click the drop-down button beside '''LT/RT''' and select <code>Button 11/12</code>.</li> | <li>Click the drop-down button beside '''LT/RT''' and select <code>Button 11/12</code>.</li> | ||
<li>Click the drop-down button beside '''GUIDE''' and select <code>Button 13</code>.</li> | <li>Click the drop-down button beside '''GUIDE''' and select <code>Button 13</code>.</li> | ||
− | <li>OPTIONAL: Click ''' | + | <li>Click '''Customize''' then the drop-down button beside '''Left Stick-X''' and select <code>Y_Axis</code>.<br>Do this the same for '''Left Stick-Y''' and select <code>X_Axis</code>.</li> |
+ | {{ii}}OPTIONAL: Click '''Setting''' tab then go to '''Others''' tab and disable the '''Enable Init Beep'''.</li> | ||
<li>Click on '''Apply''' button, confirm everything and close XInput Plus. New files will appear in the game folder.</li> | <li>Click on '''Apply''' button, confirm everything and close XInput Plus. New files will appear in the game folder.</li> | ||
− | <li> | + | <li>Launch {{File|GPadCfg.exe}}, assign the corresponding buttons, click the "Reverse" icon and double-click the "Save" icon. |
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<li>Run the game to test the controls.</li> | <li>Run the game to test the controls.</li> | ||
</ol> | </ol> | ||
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}} | }} | ||
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</table> | </table> | ||
</li> | </li> | ||
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<li> | <li> | ||
<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"> | <table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"> | ||
<tr> | <tr> | ||
− | <th>PS2 Controller with USB Adapter</th> | + | <th>PS2 Controller with Twin USB Joystick Adapter</th> |
<th></th> | <th></th> | ||
</tr> | </tr> | ||
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SQUARE = 3 | SQUARE = 3 | ||
CROSS = 2 | CROSS = 2 | ||
− | L1 = | + | L1 = 4 |
− | R1 = | + | R1 = 5 |
− | L2 = | + | L2 = 6 |
− | R2 = | + | R2 = 7 |
L3 = 10 | L3 = 10 | ||
R3 = 11 | R3 = 11 | ||
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<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"> | <table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"> | ||
<tr> | <tr> | ||
− | <th> | + | <th>PS2 Controller with PS2 to PS3/USB Adapter / PS3 Controller</th> |
+ | <th></th> | ||
+ | </tr> | ||
+ | <tr> | ||
+ | <td> | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | [PLAYSTATION(R)3 Controller] | ||
+ | START = 9 | ||
+ | SELECT = 8 | ||
+ | CIRCLE = 1 | ||
+ | TRIANGLE = 0 | ||
+ | SQUARE = 3 | ||
+ | CROSS = 2 | ||
+ | L1 = 4 | ||
+ | R1 = 5 | ||
+ | L2 = 6 | ||
+ | R2 = 7 | ||
+ | L3 = 10 | ||
+ | R3 = 11 | ||
+ | L<->R = 0 | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | </td> | ||
+ | </tr> | ||
+ | </table> | ||
+ | </li> | ||
+ | |||
+ | <li> | ||
+ | <table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"> | ||
+ | <tr> | ||
+ | <th>PS4 Controller</th> | ||
<th></th> | <th></th> | ||
</tr> | </tr> | ||
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<pre> | <pre> | ||
[Wireless Controller] | [Wireless Controller] | ||
+ | START = 9 | ||
+ | SELECT = 8 | ||
+ | CIRCLE = 2 | ||
+ | TRIANGLE = 3 | ||
+ | SQUARE = 0 | ||
+ | CROSS = 1 | ||
+ | L1 = 4 | ||
+ | R1 = 5 | ||
+ | L2 = 6 | ||
+ | R2 = 7 | ||
+ | L3 = 10 | ||
+ | R3 = 11 | ||
+ | L<->R = 0 | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | </td> | ||
+ | </tr> | ||
+ | </table> | ||
+ | </li> | ||
+ | |||
+ | <li> | ||
+ | <table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"> | ||
+ | <tr> | ||
+ | <th>PS5 Controller</th> | ||
+ | <th></th> | ||
+ | </tr> | ||
+ | <tr> | ||
+ | <td> | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | [DualSense Wireless Controller] | ||
START = 9 | START = 9 | ||
SELECT = 8 | SELECT = 8 | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Adjust controller configuration via GPadCfg|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Adjust controller configuration via GPadCfg|fix= | ||
− | {{ii}} This app will only appear if the game is updated to v1. | + | {{ii}} This app will only appear if the game is updated to v1.1+. Recommended for DInput gamepads. |
+ | {{ii}} Using an actual Xbox controller/XInput wrappers (such as XOutput, x360ce, and DS4Windows) will fail to open GPadCfg since the app won't read the controller unless the XInput Plus method was used. | ||
<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li> Run the {{File|GPadCfg.exe}} then assign the buttons.</li> | <li> Run the {{File|GPadCfg.exe}} then assign the buttons.</li> | ||
+ | {{ii}} When the controller name is related to an Xbox controller, make sure to enable "Reverse" icon to make the Left Stick as character movement. | ||
<li> Double-click the Save icon to save.</li> | <li> Double-click the Save icon to save.</li> | ||
<li> The controller configuration will be saved at the bottom part in the {{File|DMC3SE.ini}}.</li> | <li> The controller configuration will be saved at the bottom part in the {{File|DMC3SE.ini}}.</li> | ||
</ol> | </ol> | ||
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}} | }} | ||
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<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li>Use XInput wrapper programs such as [https://www.x360ce.com x360ce] or [https://github.com/csutorasa/XOutput XOutput] to "convert" your Generic Controller into an Xbox controller. Using [https://github.com/nefarius/HidHide HidHide] is also recommended to prevent "double inputs" and "hide" your main controller.</li> | <li>Use XInput wrapper programs such as [https://www.x360ce.com x360ce] or [https://github.com/csutorasa/XOutput XOutput] to "convert" your Generic Controller into an Xbox controller. Using [https://github.com/nefarius/HidHide HidHide] is also recommended to prevent "double inputs" and "hide" your main controller.</li> | ||
− | <li> | + | <li>After the program successfully emulates a virtual Xbox controller, proceed to use the XInput Plus method and launch the game to test the controls.</li> |
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</ol> | </ol> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Czech |
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation - [http://abecedaher.cz/index.php?page=cestiny&page2=zobrazit&id_hry=0000009188 link #1] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Japanese | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Available via registry edit. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
|ref = | |ref = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = French |
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
− | |notes = | + | |notes = |
− | |fan = | + | |fan = |
|ref = | |ref = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Spanish |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
|ref = | |ref = | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Local retail version; [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2316-polish-translation-for-dmc3/ download]. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
|ref = | |ref = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Russian |
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Local retail version; download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2724-russian-localization-for-devil-may-cry-3-special-edition/ this] for Steam version. |
− | |fan = | + | |fan = |
|ref = | |ref = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Simplified Chinese |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = Local retail | + | |notes = Local retail version. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
|ref = | |ref = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Traditional Chinese |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2915-dmc3se-pc-2006-official-chinese-traditional-localization/ Local retail version.] |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2913-dmc3se-pc-2006-brazilian-portuguese-fan-translation-by-gamevicio/ Fan translation.] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Hungarian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = hackable | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/devil-may-cry-3-special-edition/devil-may-cry-3-special-edition/1036 Fan translation.] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
|ref = | |ref = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Save file year outdated=== | ===Save file year outdated=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Once you save your progress, the year will always be | + | {{ii}} Once you save your progress, the year in-game will always be 16 years behind. |
==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
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</pre></li> | </pre></li> | ||
<li> Save it as a <code>.bat</code> file inside the game directory then run the batch file.</li> | <li> Save it as a <code>.bat</code> file inside the game directory then run the batch file.</li> | ||
+ | </ol> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Setting CPU Affinity Permanently|fix= | ||
+ | <ol> | ||
+ | <li> Patching the game's executable with [https://robpol86.com/imagecfg.html ImageCFG] to run on {{code|CPU 1}} is recommended as a permanent solution. </li> | ||
</ol> | </ol> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Change language=== | ===Change language=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Using Registry Command for Vanilla version|ref={{cn|date=December 2023}}|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Using Registry Command for Vanilla version/Style Switcher v2.4.3|ref={{cn|date=December 2023}}|fix= |
<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li>Run Command Prompt as Administrator. | <li>Run Command Prompt as Administrator. | ||
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</ol> | </ol> | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Using Style Switcher|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Using Style Switcher v3.0+|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
# Install [[#Style Switcher|Style Switcher]]. | # Install [[#Style Switcher|Style Switcher]]. | ||
# Edit {{File|StyleSwitcher.ini}}. | # Edit {{File|StyleSwitcher.ini}}. | ||
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===Game has a short lag when loading a BGM track=== | ===Game has a short lag when loading a BGM track=== | ||
{{++}} Fixes the short lag after entering a room. | {{++}} Fixes the short lag after entering a room. | ||
− | {{++}} Fixes the BGM looping and is best used with [[#Style Switcher|Style Switcher]]. | + | {{++}} Fixes the BGM looping and is best used with [[#Style Switcher|Style Switcher]] and [https://github.com/muhopensores/dmc3-inputs-thing/releases DMC3 Inputs Thing]. |
{{--}} Still has bugs (e.g. Divinity Statue BGM not stopping). | {{--}} Still has bugs (e.g. Divinity Statue BGM not stopping). | ||
+ | {{--}} Having Nahimic/A-Volute audio drivers installed will cause the game to crash at the Title Screen. | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Replace the original snd.drv file|ref={{cn|date=October 2022}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Replace the original snd.drv file|ref={{cn|date=October 2022}}|fix= | ||
− | # Download the [https://github.com/muhopensores/dmc3-snd-drv/releases | + | # Download the [https://github.com/muhopensores/dmc3-snd-drv/releases SDL2.dll and snd.drv]. |
+ | # Backup the original <code>snd.drv</code> file. | ||
# Move the files in the <code>{{p|game}}</code>. | # Move the files in the <code>{{p|game}}</code>. | ||
}} | }} |
Revision as of 19:26, 24 May 2024
This page is for the original release. For the HD Collection re-release, see Devil May Cry HD Collection.
Developers | |
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Capcom | |
Publishers | |
Steam | Capcom |
Japan (physical) | Sourcenext |
North America (physical) | Ubisoft |
UK (physical) | Mastertronic Games |
Russia (physical) | Noviy Disk[1] |
Release dates | |
Windows | June 28, 2006 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 66 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Hack and slash |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | Devil May Cry |
Devil May Cry | |
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Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition | 2006 |
Devil May Cry 4 | 2008 |
DmC: Devil May Cry | 2013 |
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition | 2015 |
Devil May Cry HD Collection | 2018 |
Devil May Cry 5 | 2019 |
Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition is a singleplayer hack and slash action game developed and published by Capcom. It is part of the Devil May Cry series, and chronologically takes place before Devil May Cry.
The original game, Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening, was released on PlayStation 2 in 2005. The enhanced Special Edition was released on PlayStation 2 between June and October 2006, adding new features such as retooled difficulty levels, mid-mission checkpoints, "GOLD mode", and a mode where players can play as Vergil. The Special Edition release was later ported to PC in-house by Capcom and released in several regions throughout 2006, starting in the UK by Mastertronic Games on June 28, in Japan by Sourcenext on June 30 and in North America by Ubisoft on October 16. It was later released worldwide on Steam on June 12, 2007.
The game suffers from bad performance caused by sound files.[2] See Poor performance.
It was delisted on Steam from January 31, 2024.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 7 DRM disc check. The Japanese retail disc and updates do not have DRM. |
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Humble Store | ||||
Steam (unavailable) |
Essential improvements
Patches
- Latest version is 1.3.0. Digital distributed versions are already patched to the latest version.
- For the legacy version of the patch, if the app says
"the version that has been installed cannot be acquired/installation destination is not found"
which prevents the update, use the Registry Fix first to properly locate your game folder in the registry and then use the Patch again.[3] Video tutorial on how to update the game. - Updating the game makes it compatible with the Style Switcher mod and enables Windows Vista support.
- The update gives the Gamepad Configuration Tool (GPadCfg) that allows the user to assign keys for DInput controllers. Controller configurations will be saved at the bottom part in the
DMC3SE.ini
.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
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No microtransactions | Game does not contain microtransactions. |
Skip intro videos
Renaming/deleting video files[4] |
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Via Style Switcher[5] |
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Modifications
- It is recommended to update the game version to 1.3 (for the retail version) before installing the mods.
Style Switcher
- Although no longer maintained by the original developers, an unofficial continuation of Style Switcher for the 2006 port of Devil May Cry 3 can be found here and can be applied on top of previous versions of Style Switcher.[6]
- Make sure to have a backup of the original save file first before using Style Switcher Mod.
- Offers many video options (including resolution, FOV and improved visual effects), optional gameplay modifications (including style switching), and XInput controller support.
- Game crashes if either Style/Weapon Switcher is Enabled when changing Style/Weapons in the Divinity Statue (happens on v3.1.6).
- When enabled, Weapon Switcher will unlock all Guns and Devil Arms even when starting a new progress. It also keeps the Gun Level at Lv. 1 (happens on v3.1.6).
- Weapon Switcher causes save file corruption after saving data with the feature enabled. Using Style Switcher alone will make the game crash after selecting certain missions unless both SS and WS are either enabled or disabled (happens on v3.1.6).
Install Style Switcher[citation needed] |
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Devil May Cry 3 Starter Pack
- A preconfigured compilation of community made mods and fixes meant to fix the game while keeping the game vanilla.
- Includes Style Switcher v3 as a core, fixed HQ music, XInput controller support without necessity of using middleware software and different button prompts.
- The included version of Style Switcher is outdated.
- Has texture errors for Dante during certain cutscenes.
- Dante stays midair when riding down the elevator and the Temperance Wagon.
Install Starter Pack[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\DMC3SE.ini[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6550/pfx/[Note 2] |
- If using the unofficial continuation of Style Switcher, it is recommended to move or delete
DMC3SE.ini
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Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\save0.sav[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6550/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Use Style Switcher or Widescreen Fix. | ||
Multi-monitor | Use Style Switcher or Widescreen Fix. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Use Style Switcher or Widescreen Fix. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Use Style Switcher. | ||
Windowed | Toggle with Alt+↵ Enter. Works in v1.3.0. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Capped at 60 FPS. See High frame rate. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
High frame rate
Change FPS limit[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | No mouse support. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | DInput and partial XInput support. | |
Full controller support | Exiting the game is done with Alt+F4. The Japanese version has its "Exit" dialog on the Title Screen. | |
Controller remapping | Can remap controller buttons. Dante and Vergil will share the same configuration. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Button prompts | See Button prompts. | |
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Controller support
Add XInput support[7] |
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Adjust controller configuration[8] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Adjust controller configuration via GPadCfg |
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Generic Controller support[9] |
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Controller X-axis inversion
Set standard camera[citation needed] |
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Button prompts
- The game uses numbered button/generic gamepad prompts by default.
Add Xbox 360 or Xbox One button prompts[citation needed] |
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Add DualShock button prompts |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Fan translation - link #1 | |||
Japanese | Available via registry edit. | |||
German | ||||
French | ||||
Italian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Polish | Local retail version; download. | |||
Russian | Local retail version; download this for Steam version. | |||
Simplified Chinese | Local retail version. | |||
Traditional Chinese | Local retail version. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation. | |||
Hungarian | Fan translation. |
Issues unresolved
Gold Orb bug
- Gold Orbs in the Divinity Statue are actually bought as Yellow Orbs which is useless in Gold Mode. The Gold Orbs that are gathered along the way are the usable ones.
Graphical errors
- There are plenty of graphical errors that are not properly optimized in this port such as Gigapede's lightning attack, the background of Mission 18's boss fight sessions, and many more.
Tutorials from the "Files" section are frozen
- Video tutorial of certain actions cannot be played.
Save file year outdated
- Once you save your progress, the year in-game will always be 16 years behind.
Issues fixed
Force Feedback Driver (XInput) cause issues
- Force Feedback Driver (XInput) interfere with Style Switcher XInput causing issues.
Uninstall driver |
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Xbox One Controller issues
- The built-in Xbox One controller drivers have issues.
Download and install the old drivers. Can also be used on Windows 7. |
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Missing music
- Some of the music that was present in the PlayStation 2 version is missing.
Add missing music[citation needed] |
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Add missing music for Vanilla version |
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Poor performance
- A number of sound files can cause severe frame rate drops.
Changing ForceMode0 value in Style Switcher |
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Setting CPU Affinity |
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Setting CPU Affinity Permanently |
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Delete sound files[8] |
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Battle_01.bin Battle_01b.bin Battle_03.bin Battle_05.bin Battle_06.bin Battle_07.bin Battle_08.bin Boss_01b.bin Boss_02b.bin Boss_03b.bin Boss_04b.bin Boss_05b.bin Boss_06b.bin Boss_08b.bin Jester.bin Jikushinzou.bin Kaze_01.bin Kaze_02.bin Kaze_03.bin Kaze_04.bin Kaze_05.bin Kaze_06.bin Maguma.bin Mizu_01.bin Mizu_02.bin m_demo_04_004.bin m_demo_04_004v.bin m_demo_09_003.bin m_demo_09_003v.bin m_demo_10_002.bin m_demo_10_002v.bin m_demo_15_001.bin m_demo_15_001v.bin m_demo_19_001.bin m_demo_19_016.bin Nausica.bin Room_01.bin Stage_01.bin Stage_02.bin Stage_02b.bin Stage_03.bin Stage_04.bin Stage_04b.bin Stage_05.bin Stage_05b.bin Stage_06.bin Stage_07.bin Stage_08.bin Stage_09.bin T_bossb.bin |
Change language
Using Registry Command for Vanilla version/Style Switcher v2.4.3[citation needed] |
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Using Style Switcher v3.0+[citation needed] |
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0 = Japanese 1 = English 2 = French 3 = German 4 = Italian 5 = Spanish ---- Do not use the following numbers if you don't have these Language files ---- 6 = Korean 7 = Simplified Chinese 8 = Traditional Chinese 9 = Russian 10 = Polish |
Start the game in fullscreen
Force fullscreen[citation needed] |
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Hide mouse cursor
Hide cursor[citation needed] |
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Enable cutscenes
Enable cutscenes[citation needed] |
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Enable pre-rendered cutscenes for DMC3SE Vanilla |
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Enable music and sound
Enables BGM and cutscene audio[citation needed] |
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Game has a short lag when loading a BGM track
- Fixes the short lag after entering a room.
- Fixes the BGM looping and is best used with Style Switcher and DMC3 Inputs Thing.
- Still has bugs (e.g. Divinity Statue BGM not stopping).
- Having Nahimic/A-Volute audio drivers installed will cause the game to crash at the Title Screen.
Replace the original snd.drv file[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
Shader Model support | 2 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
- No middleware information; you can edit this page to add it.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000 | XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | 4.7 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0 compatible Shader model 2.0 support |
Nvidia GeForce 7500 256 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (6550) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Devil May Cry 3 Dante`s Awakening. Специальное издание - last accessed on 2023-03-20
- ↑ The DMC3SE PC Survival Guide. UPDATED 06/05/2015! - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2023-04-11
- ↑ Need registry entries to install patch please help! - GameFAQs - last accessed on 2008-04-08
- ↑ Verified by User:Projectxsent on 2024-05-06
- ↑ Verified by User:Justcoz on 2023-09-06
- ↑ DMC3 OG port mods update - YouTube - last accessed on 2023-04-11
- ↑ How to Install DMC3SE PC 2006 - YouTube - last accessed on 2024-04-23
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 DMC3SE PC Survival Guide
- ↑ Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition (PC 2006) - Xbox/Generic Controller Test and Configuration - YouTube - last accessed on 2023-10-13
- ↑ Xbox One Wireless Controller driver for Window 7 Manual Download - Reddit - last accessed on 2020