Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening
PlayStation 2 · 2005
About this game
Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening is a single-player action hack-and-slash game.
The story is a prequel to the original Devil May Cry and follows a young Dante at the beginning of his demon-hunting career.
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He is approached by his twin brother Vergil, who seeks to open the gate to the demon world by raising a mysterious tower in the heart of the city.
Vergil’s ambitions bring legions of demons into the human realm, and Dante sets out to confront him while discovering more about his own powers and heritage.
The narrative explores the conflict between the two brothers, the legacy of their father Sparda, and Dante’s transformation into the devil hunter seen in later entries.
Gameplay focuses on fast-paced melee and ranged combat built around fluid combos, stylish performance, and enemy management.
Dante wields both swords and firearms, switching between them seamlessly to extend attack chains.
Weapons include his signature sword Rebellion, dual pistols Ebony and Ivory, a shotgun, and numerous demonic weapons gained by defeating bosses, each offering unique movesets.
Combat ranks are awarded based on how creatively and efficiently the player strings together attacks, with higher ranks unlocking more orbs, items, and style points.
A central mechanic is the Style system, introduced in this entry.
At the start of each mission, players select a combat style that changes Dante’s abilities.
Trickster emphasizes evasive maneuvers, Swordmaster adds extra melee combos, Gunslinger expands firearm techniques, and Royal Guard enables precise blocking and counterattacks.
As Dante defeats enemies, styles can be leveled up to unlock more techniques.
Later in the game, additional styles and Devil Trigger abilities become available, allowing Dante to temporarily transform into a powerful demon form that enhances speed, strength, and regeneration.
Progression is mission-based, with each level taking place in sections of the towering Temen-ni-gru.
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About PlayStation 2
The PlayStation 2 (2000) is the best-selling game console in history, with a library exceeding 9,000 titles that spans everything from budget shovelware to genre-defining classics. That massive volume means PS2 collecting is accessible and affordable overall, but a handful of low-print-run RPGs and cult titles have become genuinely expensive — a common pattern once a console's original audience grows up with disposable income.
Gamevaro tracks Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening for PlayStation 2 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
PAL
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €14.90 |
| 2026-06-28 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €13.15 |
| 2026-06-28 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €17.54 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 2 titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening worth?
Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening for PlayStation 2 is currently worth €14.90 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening rare?
Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 2 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening is currently worth €14.90 loose, versus €13.15 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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