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Devil May Cry 5

Review · Action · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · PC

Devil May Cry 5

Reviewed: 30 Apr 2026

PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · PC · PlayStation 4

Capcom · 2019

Ludograph rating

A

Recommended

73 /100

Devil May Cry 5 is an action game that develops problem solving and strategic thinking through challenging combat, but is rated M for violence.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 57 · R 0
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

57

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.74
B2Social-emotional
0.17
B3Motor
0.75

Devil May Cry 5 offers a challenging and engaging action combat experience that demands strategic thinking, quick reflexes, and problem-solving. Players can develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while enjoying a rich narrative and diverse combat styles.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's M-rating indicates mature content, including significant violence and potentially strong language. While it avoids manipulative monetization and social risks, the intense action and demonic themes may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.67
R4.4Substance References
0.00
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.67

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is Devil May Cry 5 safe for kids?

Ludograph gives Devil May Cry 5 a rating of 73/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is Devil May Cry 5 appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Devil May Cry 5, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Devil May Cry 5?

We don't publish a daily session budget for Devil May Cry 5: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of Devil May Cry 5?

The game's M-rating indicates mature content, including significant violence and potentially strong language. While it avoids manipulative monetization and social risks, the intense action and demonic themes may not be suitable for younger audiences.