: DMC1 plays more like an action-oriented Resident Evil . Complex combos only become a core focus in DMC3 .

For a complete visual walkthrough of combat basics and the opening missions in the HD Collection, watch this guide:

: Use a controller if playing on PC, as keyboard support is limited and there is no mouse support. In DMC1 , use the D-pad for underwater sections to avoid inverted controls.

: While the games were released in order (1, 2, then 3), the chronological story order begins with Devil May Cry 3 , followed by Devil May Cry , then Devil May Cry 2 .

: In the first game, manage Gold Orbs carefully; since there is no checkpoint system, dying without one forces you to restart the mission from your last save.