Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition vergil and Special Edition: weapons, style and mode differences
Understand Vergil’s distinct play style and keep release-specific features separate.
Edition covered
The original Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition for PS2/PC. Original PC storefront pictures are used. Dante selects one style at customization screens or Divinity Statues; Nintendo Switch Free Style is excluded.
Treat Vergil as a separate character
Vergil does not borrow Dante’s full style menu and arsenal. His Dark Slayer movement, Summoned Swords and three melee weapons define a different rhythm. Learn the spacing of his attacks rather than copying Dante’s combo inputs.
| Tool | Type | Learning focus |
|---|---|---|
| Yamato | Katana | Range and deliberate attack timing |
| Beowulf | Gauntlets and greaves | Heavy close-range punishment |
| Force Edge | Sword-based moves | Forward pressure and combinations |
| Summoned Swords | Ranged spectral blades | Support an approach or combo |
| Dark Slayer | Vergil’s style | Teleport positioning |
Use the weapon that fits the opening
Yamato, Beowulf and Force Edge offer distinct attack patterns. Switch with a purpose, such as closing distance or using a heavier punish. A short reliable sequence is enough while learning a new enemy.
| Feature | Original Special Edition | Do not assume |
|---|---|---|
| Playable Vergil | Part of the edition | Dante’s styles apply to him |
| Bloody Palace | Challenge mode | It is a normal story chapter |
| Dante style selection | Customization/statues | Instant Switch Free Style changes |
| Active Dante loadout | Two selected melee weapons and guns | Every weapon is active simultaneously |
Understand what Special Edition adds
Playable Vergil, the Bloody Palace challenge and additional options distinguish this edition from the initial Dante’s Awakening release. Availability can depend on progression or version. Check the menu on your release before following an unlock guide for another port.
Keep Switch Free Style separate
The later Switch release adds a Free Style option for Dante. That is not a hidden command in the original PS2/PC edition. This guide uses the original weapon and style restrictions throughout.
The later Switch release adds a Free Style option for Dante.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition publisher/storefront | store.steampowered.com |
| Original Special Edition PC manual transcription | manuals.plus |
| Special Edition campaign reference | gamefaqs.gamespot.com |