The Devil May Cry series captivates players with its impressive array of weapons, allowing gamers to unleash chaos on demonic foes and embody iconic characters. As a leading hack-and-slash franchise, it is renowned for delivering an exhilarating combat experience complemented by its stylish armament.
In Devil May Cry 5, the weapon selection reaches new heights, as players control four distinct characters—Dante, Nero, V, and Vergil—each offering divergent styles and combo mechanics. This creates an expansive list that caters to a variety of playstyles, enhancing the game’s overall depth and enjoyment.
Each weapon provides a unique set of moves, allowing seamless transitions and spectacular combo possibilities tailored to your character choice. This guide will explore and rank every weapon in the game, assessing how much fun it is to dominate your enemies with style. Mastery of these tools is key to navigating the game’s complex combat system and overcoming its toughest challenges.
22 V’s Cane
Finish Them
V, the latest character introduced in DMC5, showcases abilities that differentiate him from previous protagonists. Instead of wielding traditional weapons, V uses his familiars to weaken enemies, paving the way for him to deliver the final blow with his cane. Although the cane inflicts minimal damage on its own and lacks combo potential, it grants V strategic options, such as teleportation to strikes or summoning multiple canes to attack foes.
21 Coyote-A
The Ol’ Reliable
Known as one of Dante’s classic guns, the Coyote-A shotgun has a long-standing legacy within the series. As a sawed-off double-barrel shotgun, it delivers substantial damage at close range, though it struggles with accuracy at a distance due to a slow reload speed. When Dante adopts the Gunslinger style, he wields the shotgun with flair, transforming mundane combat into an artful display of aggression.
20 Dr. Faust
Dance Dance Revolution
Another intriguing addition to the lineup is Dr. Faust, a weapon designed by the young gunsmith Nico, which takes form as a cowboy hat and a red scarf. This unique weapon fires demon blood projectiles while consuming Red Orbs, the in-game currency. Despite its humorous charm, it has limitations in practical combos, making it a high-risk, high-reward option.
19 Kalina Ann & Kalina Ann II
Dodge This!
Lady’s signature weapon, the Kalina Ann rocket launcher, is formidable in its own right, combining explosive firepower with a serrated bayonet. The improved Kalina Ann II by Nico allows for dual-wielding, enhancing fire rate and destructive potential at the cost of accuracy.
18 Nightmare
What a disaster!
V’s ultimate weapon, Nightmare, is a colossal golem he can summon during his Devil Trigger. Though its attacks are slow, they are powerful, allowing players to dominate enemy encounters with heavy strikes and devastating lasers.
17 Shadow
If Dangerous, Why Friend Shaped?
Shadow serves as V’s feline companion, delivering close-range slashes and assisting V in dodging enemy attacks. As V’s most damaging familiar, it can chain combos effectively but can be quickly incapacitated if not managed carefully.
16 Griffon
Little Chicken
Versatility defines Griffon, V’s avian familiar capable of launching electrical attacks while enhancing V’s mobility with double jumps. Though it doesn’t deal high damage, it remains a reliable option during pivotal moments in the game.
15 Knight
Demonic Horsepower
Combining the essence of a motorcycle and gauntlets, the Cavaliere embodies the franchise’s trademark style. While it can deliver devastating hits and offers a “Gear Wheel”mode for additional attacks, its speed can present challenges for mastering combo execution.
14 Sparda
Like Father, Like Son
The Devil Sword Sparda, wielded by Dante and Vergil, holds a prestigious legacy in the game. Although it mirrors Rebellion’s playstyle, its impact is slightly overshadowed by Dante’s continual power evolution throughout the narrative.
13 Devil Bringer
Send Them Back To Hell
Pile driving enemies into the ground becomes a vivid reality with the Devil Bringer. Nero loses his Devil Bringer arm but regains its spectral powers, enabling unique grab attacks that can unleash substantial damage during crucial moments in battle, especially against vulnerable foes.
12 Mirage Edge
Destructive Illusion
By creating an illusory version of Force Edge, Vergil utilizes Mirage Edge alongside Yamato to form a unique combat style that flows seamlessly. From swift strikes to a powerful thrust, the weapon’s capabilities become even more formidable when Vergil activates the Sin Devil Trigger, culminating in devastating combo potential.
11 Devil Breaker
Need A Hand?
After losing his arm, Nero is outfitted with Devil Breakers, state-of-the-art mechanical prosthetics that modify his fighting style. With 13 distinct models, these breakable arms introduce unique functionalities—like stunning attacks or homing projectiles—bringing versatility to his combat mechanics.
10 Blue Rose
Bang, Bang, Bang
Nero’s signature Blue Rose revolver is not only stylish but also functional, as it can fire multiple rounds simultaneously. Its chargeable “Color Up”shots allow for combo setups and devastating attacks, effectively penetrating demonic defenses.
9 Ebony & Ivory
Jackpot!
Aptly named, Ebony and Ivory are Dante’s iconic pistols that have become legendary in gaming. With a perfect balance of rapid fire and precision, these weapons excel at juggling enemies and generating stylish points to maximize your combat potential.
8 Summoned Swords
Out Of Bullets, But Not Out Of Options
While technically an ability, Summoned Swords grant Vergil a unique ranged combat option. The ability to summon swords adds versatile offensive and defensive capabilities to his arsenal, enabling clever combo setups and crowd control with blade wheels to keep enemies at bay.
7 King Cerberus
Fire, Ice, Lightning
The King Cerberus is a dynamic three-blade weapon that evolves from its predecessor in DMC3. Its acrobatic, fast-paced combat style dominates enemies through relentless icy, fiery, and electric attacks, making it an exhilarating weapon for fans of showy gameplay.
6 Balrog
Ignite The Flames
True to tradition, Balrog allows players to unleash punishment upon adversaries with its versatile gauntlets and greaves. This weapon shifts between a boxing mode for quick jabs and a kick mode for acrobatic maneuvers, each with its flow and strategy.
5 Beowulf
Devastation
Both Balrog and Beowulf bring ferocity and power to the battle, but Beowulf stands apart with its impressive damage potential. It focuses on brutal strikes that can be charged for devastating effects, including a powerful ultimate ability that decimates foes in Vergil’s Sin Devil Trigger form.
4 Rebellion
Most Iconic Sword
No sword embodies the series’ essence like Rebellion, Dante’s signature weapon. Despite its impressive legacy as a foundational weapon, its lackluster gameplay performance in DMC5 is somewhat disappointing, with its limited use in the storyline contributing to a diminished impact compared to other weapons.
3 Red Queen
Rev That Engine
Capturing the spirit of DMC4, Red Queen returns as Nero’s motor-powered sword, introducing the innovative Exceed system, which can amplify damage potential dramatically. Its thrilling combat mechanics encourage aggressive play, making it one of the most enjoyable weapons in the franchise.
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