Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition is an action-packed game developed by Capcom. The game is set in the city of Fortune, ruled by the Order of the Sword, which worships the Dark Knight Sparda. The game follows the story of Nero, who tries to stop Dante's killing spree while demons start their assault on the city.

The game features open-ended levels that allow players to backtrack to previous locations. Players complete quests revolving around finding an item or solving a small puzzle. The game's combat is typical for the slasher genre, featuring fast-paced gameplay with a combo system that requires players to chain their attacks with swords and firearms. Players can level up their character by completing missions and earn Red Spheres and Proud Souls. Souls are used to unlock new moves, while items are bought using Spheres. The special edition features minor graphical updates and allows players to complete the story as three new characters.