Devil May Cry's Irreverent Action Hides a Great Horror Story

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Devil May Cry is one of the most iconic spectacle fighter series in the world. Its protagonist, fast-paced action, and incredibly challenging — while stylish — gameplay have made it a legend in the hack and slash genre. However, behind Devil May Cry's irreverent action hides a surprisingly effective horror story. While the gameplay goes out of its way to put players in a position of power and highlight the protagonists' sense of agency, the series' dark and often compelling narrative goes in a different direction.

First and foremost, the Devil May Cry games take place in a world where legions of demons are constantly trying to invade earth. That alone is terrifying, especially since the demon Mundus already managed a full-scale invasion in the distant past. The only reason the world of Devil May Cry doesn't look like a FromSoftware title is that Mundus' trusted lieutenant Sparda betrayed him. Sparda subsequently placed a powerful seal on the pathway between worlds, separating the human and demon realms for thousands of years. Unfortunately, by the time the games take place, that seal is coming undone and the existential threat of demons has returned. Humanity is always on the verge of destruction.

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In every Devil May Cry game, someone attempts to break the barrier between the human and demon worlds. In Devil May Cry 5, Urizen succeeds in leading a demon invasion and completely destroys Red Grave City in the process. While Urizen's existence as the personification of Vergil's hatred for humanity is horrifying enough, his massive death toll puts things into perspective. Devil May Cry 5 is not a quest to save the people of the city — it's a struggle to