Hack, slash, shoot, slash, shoot, shoot hack.

Aaron asks if demons really do blub… Nero does, however, have another trick up his sleeve, literally.

Neros sword also has a nifty fuel injection system.

Nero twists the handle like a motorbikes throttle and revs the sword up.

But, this time, you cant spend these on abilities.

Instead youre awarded Proud Souls upon completing a level, and get more the higher your rank.

These are then used to buy abilities and other power ups.

Devil May Cry 4is an odd game to review in some ways.

The gameplay is practically identical to previous instalments, and even the two main characters are almost carbon copies.

But, despite this, I just cant help but love it.

Its fast, furious and just downright mindless fun.

And after playing endless real-world military sims, hacking demons into little pieces makes for a very nice diversion.

Rating:

4 out of 5