Devil May Cry 5 arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 with its new Devil Hunter Edition, and the first wave of reviews suggests Capcom has delivered one of the strongest third-party ports on the system so far. The stylish action game officially launches for Nintendo’s new hybrid console on June 23, bringing Dante, Nero, V and Vergil to a Nintendo platform for the first time in this entry’s history.

The big takeaway from early coverage is simple: Devil May Cry 5 still plays brilliantly, and the Switch 2 version appears to preserve the speed and style that made the original such a standout action game in 2019.

For players who missed the game on PlayStation, Xbox or PC, this new edition could be one of the easiest ways to jump in — especially with portable play now part of the package.

Strong Reviews for the Switch 2 Version

Early critic reactions to Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition are very positive. The Switch 2 port currently sits among the better-reviewed releases of the year, with reviewers praising the performance, the visual quality and the fact that Capcom has managed to make such a fast action game feel natural on Nintendo’s hardware.

That matters more than it might sound. Devil May Cry 5 is not a slow action adventure where minor performance issues can be ignored. Its combat depends on timing, cancels, movement, enemy control and fast reactions. If the frame rate feels unstable, the entire game suffers.

Thankfully, critics largely agree that the Switch 2 version holds up well. Reviews describe it as a smooth, sharp and highly playable port, especially impressive given that the game was originally built around Capcom’s RE Engine and first released on more traditional home console and PC hardware.

60 FPS Is the Key Feature

The most important technical detail is the frame rate. Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition targets 60 frames per second in both TV mode and handheld mode, which is exactly what a game like this needs.

That smoothness is central to Devil May Cry’s identity. Combat is built around stylish combos, quick weapon swaps, precise dodges and constant pressure. A lower or unstable frame rate would have made the Switch 2 version feel compromised, but early impressions suggest that Capcom has prioritized the right things.

The port does make some trade-offs compared to other versions. It does not appear to include every feature from the Special Edition, and some high-end visual or performance modes from PS5 and Xbox Series X|S are absent. But for a portable version of Devil May Cry 5, the focus on stable 60 FPS is the correct decision.

What Is Included in Devil Hunter Edition?

Devil Hunter Edition brings together the base Devil May Cry 5 experience with a selection of additional content. Most importantly, Vergil is included as a playable character, giving returning players another reason to revisit the campaign and letting newcomers experience one of the series’ most popular characters from the start.

The package also includes various extras such as additional character colours, battle tracks and Devil Breaker weapons for Nero. That makes this a fairly complete version for anyone approaching DMC5 for the first time on Switch 2.

However, it is worth noting that this is not a perfect replacement for every version that already exists elsewhere. Some critics have pointed out that certain Special Edition features, such as Turbo Mode or Legendary Dark Knight mode, are not part of this release. For hardcore fans who already own the game on PS5, Xbox Series X|S or PC, that may make double-dipping less essential.

For new players, though, the package still offers a massive amount of fast, replayable action.

Portable Devil May Cry Is the Big Selling Point

The real appeal of Devil May Cry 5 on Switch 2 is portability. This is the kind of game that benefits from short replay sessions, mission ranking, experimentation and repeated attempts to improve combat style. Being able to take that loop into handheld mode gives the game a fresh advantage.

Devil May Cry has always been about mastery. Players can finish the story once, but the real depth comes from replaying missions, learning enemy patterns, optimizing combos and chasing higher style ranks. On Switch 2, that structure fits surprisingly well.

The idea of playing a few missions on the go, practicing Vergil’s moveset or replaying boss fights in handheld mode gives this version a clear purpose beyond simply existing as another port.

Capcom’s Switch 2 Support Looks Strong

Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition also says something broader about Capcom’s support for Nintendo Switch 2. The company has already shown a strong interest in bringing major titles to the system, and this port suggests that the hardware can handle more ambitious releases when developers optimize carefully.

The RE Engine has become one of Capcom’s most important tools over the last decade, powering Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, Street Fighter and Devil May Cry projects. Seeing Devil May Cry 5 run well on Switch 2 is a promising sign for future Capcom ports.

It also strengthens the Switch 2 library at an important moment. Nintendo’s new system needs more than first-party games to maintain momentum, and high-quality third-party releases like this help make the console feel more complete.

A Stylish Return Worth Playing

Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition does not reinvent Capcom’s action masterpiece, and it may not be the definitive version for players who already own the game elsewhere. But as a Switch 2 release, it appears to do exactly what it needs to do.

It looks strong, runs smoothly, includes key DLC content and brings one of the best modern action games to a portable Nintendo system. For newcomers, that is an easy recommendation. For longtime fans, the appeal depends on how much they value handheld play.

Either way, Devil May Cry 5 remains one of Capcom’s sharpest action games — and on Switch 2, it still knows how to make demon hunting look effortlessly stylish.