Hey, who's this guy...? Oh, it's fucking DANTE. What do you reckon about the re-design?
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I'd actually agree, most of the games seem set around Dante in his early to late twenties. This looks like Dante when he was 16-18, so I guess I'm a little more lenient. I'd actually try this game but I kind of wish it'd be more of a brawler type of fighting rather than a hack'n'slash. Still, the video wasn't bad and I'm sure that at the very least this is early concept images and not a full representation, I'm sure they'll want to refine the look some more. Plus he could look like my old pet craw-fish mated with Mr Rodgers and as long as the game was as fun as the first Devil May Cry, I'll be as happy as can be.Badazzninja said:
I have mixed feelings. On the one hand this is a travesty, DMC was just fine as is, and I LOVED Dante. This is... I don't even know the right word for it. A travesty. 
On the other hand, the weapon mechanics, if pulled off, could be fun, which is what gaming is all about. Don't know what to make of the cell shading tho.
A reboot? After only four games? Four successful games at that? What the fuck are they thinking?? *Sigh* I should of seen this coming when they replaced Dante with Nero as the lead, but it was so well presented that I gave it a go, and it worked out great!!
But this... I don't know. I may find myself never playing future DMC titles. And that, as a fan, saddens me.
On the other hand, the weapon mechanics, if pulled off, could be fun, which is what gaming is all about. Don't know what to make of the cell shading tho.A reboot? After only four games? Four successful games at that? What the fuck are they thinking?? *Sigh* I should of seen this coming when they replaced Dante with Nero as the lead, but it was so well presented that I gave it a go, and it worked out great!!
But this... I don't know. I may find myself never playing future DMC titles. And that, as a fan, saddens me.
This...WTF have they done?! Why? Is the only response i can come with at the moment. If this the DMC is going to play out then Capcom really dropped the ball... Dante does not smoke and does not like a damn emo! GAH!! Must...Leave thread....Before fanboy takeover...poiumty said:
you know your right there is something there hopefully its not just light reflecting off his head or something dumb, i think he is way to scrawny tho even if it is him younger that doesnt explain a shift in skelital (sp) structure dante is alot brouder then that, also although its not then end of the world that they changed a charicters (again sp) look but it can be a very bad idea as we forge a link to a charicter over time and changing the way they look (and judging by this the way they act) really ruins that bond it my be cheesy but it is trueBadazzninja said:
I'm not pissed off when characters change, but there are some iconic elements that remain constant. When thinking of Dante, I think straight away of the white hair and red trench coat. Now he looks more like a generic emo kid. Next they'll announce that Nolan North will voice him.
a good amount of post in here..and only two reasonable ones? shows how humanity loves to just ***** it seemsBadazzninja said:
now, DMC1 was the first every PS2 game i played, so as come could say, it broke the PS2-cherry for me..and damn was that game fun I thought. DMC2 comes around, and I like it at first..until I get the machine guns, or actually start using DT..all in all:way too easy. DMC3, fucking pain in the ass, but it renewed my love for the series. DMC4, while it seemed more lazily made, it seemed like it was good enough, to keep it going(although I still don't care for Nero, he was atleast..acceptable).
So, what was the point of that? Nothing much except to esablish I played all the games.
Ok, back on point. While I was initially pissed about this new Dante-look, I tried thinking of what perspective story-wise they didn't touch yet to explain this. Initially I was thinking they're finally going through with how in DMC1, Dante said to Mundus to say hi to his son for him. Then, I seen SALAMANDERJOE's post..made more sense all things given.
In the end: I am a fan, and while upset, I could see how this would/could work, kinda hope it does.
Actually DMC 3 was the origin story. There were two manga volumes dedicated to DMC 3 that covered the events leading up to the games, and various aspects of Dante's life from a child to adult, including the death of his Mother by demons. And Dante only awakened to his devil powers after the confrontation with Vergil in DMC 3.Dragon Zero said:
As for age, Dante is around 18-21/22 in DMC 3, early twenties in DMC, assumed late 20's/early 30's in DMC 2, and 40 years old in DMC 4 (as stated in his in-game biography). He looks about 18-20 in this reboot, so a "true origin story" unfortunately doesn't hold up. I'm not sure I would like it even if it was tho.
This looks more like something from Prototype, or any other sci-fi bio-enhanced/experiment genre than a Stylish Magic Hack-and-Slasher. As for the sword, watch the trailer again. He clearly has a weapon that transitions (in order) from a halberd, an axe, a sword, then some-kinda whip thing (looks exactly like the whip/grapple arm from Prototype).
Not to put you guys down or anything, but sadly your theory doesn't hold up. I kinda wish it did, then I could blame this new direction on just bad design, like DMC2.
He looks absolutely awful. He doesn't look more "Western", he just looks like more of a dick. Granted, Dante was a bit of a smarmy bugger anyway, but at least he was likeable, and looked easy on the eyes. This guy just looks like a generic grumpy action dude with a dark past.
Also, he smokes, which is to make him "cool", amirite? Oh, and he has a new voice and, presumably, a new voice actor, who sounds utterly balls-achingly boring. And gravelly. Boring and gravelly does not a good voice make.
I said it it the other thread about the new Some-dude-who-isn't-Dante May Cry, but why does this even exist? The series didn't need a reboot - it wasn't old, its still a lot of fun, and the characters are genuinely likeable. I honestly don't know what Capcom and Ninja Theory were thinking, other than "Let's alienate our existing fanbase".
Come on Capcom/Ninja Theory. Get it together and announce the real Devil May Cry 5, starring our favourite white-haired, red-trenchcoat-wearing, sword-swinging, dual-gun blazing, smarmy bugger with a penchant for getting himself stabbed and then getting back up.
Also, he smokes, which is to make him "cool", amirite? Oh, and he has a new voice and, presumably, a new voice actor, who sounds utterly balls-achingly boring. And gravelly. Boring and gravelly does not a good voice make.
I said it it the other thread about the new Some-dude-who-isn't-Dante May Cry, but why does this even exist? The series didn't need a reboot - it wasn't old, its still a lot of fun, and the characters are genuinely likeable. I honestly don't know what Capcom and Ninja Theory were thinking, other than "Let's alienate our existing fanbase".
Come on Capcom/Ninja Theory. Get it together and announce the real Devil May Cry 5, starring our favourite white-haired, red-trenchcoat-wearing, sword-swinging, dual-gun blazing, smarmy bugger with a penchant for getting himself stabbed and then getting back up.
i totally hate the new image, that doesnt look anything like one of my fav game chars, that just looks wrong... i thought he was born with white hair anyway? or did he just dye it black? any way i hate it, not saying i wont buy the game depends on how good it is, but i wouldnt call the char dante
just something from wiki
Dante's confident and fearless attitude has gained him widespread popularity. He was ranked third among the "Top Ten Coolest Video Game Characters" list of Screwattack.[8] His design and personality received praise from numerous reviews, including this quote from IGN: "a dark anti-hero kind of guy even a down-in-the-dumps, disgruntled teenager would love".[42] GameDaily named him one of their favorite Capcom characters, ranking him seventh on their "Top 25" list and stating that the various aspects of the character made him an "unstoppable force".[43] Game Informer described him as "one of the most bad-ass characters around", citing his contrast between the character and those previously seen in the Resident Evil series.[17] GameSpy described his appearance as "awe-inspiring to look at", describing his attire as reminiscent of Vincent Price.[44] GamesRadar named him "Mister 2001" in their article on the sexiest new characters of the decade, stating that compared to the female characters in Devil May Cry, Dante was the hottest of them all. The editor cited his muscular build, hair, his fighting abilities, and his attitude for why he won.[45] They also listed him as one of the 25 best new characters of the decade, calling him "unforgettable" as well as stating that he set the template for "smartass action heroes".[46]
just something from wiki
Dante's confident and fearless attitude has gained him widespread popularity. He was ranked third among the "Top Ten Coolest Video Game Characters" list of Screwattack.[8] His design and personality received praise from numerous reviews, including this quote from IGN: "a dark anti-hero kind of guy even a down-in-the-dumps, disgruntled teenager would love".[42] GameDaily named him one of their favorite Capcom characters, ranking him seventh on their "Top 25" list and stating that the various aspects of the character made him an "unstoppable force".[43] Game Informer described him as "one of the most bad-ass characters around", citing his contrast between the character and those previously seen in the Resident Evil series.[17] GameSpy described his appearance as "awe-inspiring to look at", describing his attire as reminiscent of Vincent Price.[44] GamesRadar named him "Mister 2001" in their article on the sexiest new characters of the decade, stating that compared to the female characters in Devil May Cry, Dante was the hottest of them all. The editor cited his muscular build, hair, his fighting abilities, and his attitude for why he won.[45] They also listed him as one of the 25 best new characters of the decade, calling him "unforgettable" as well as stating that he set the template for "smartass action heroes".[46]