Devil May Cry 3 is an action-adventure hack and slash video game developed and published by Capcom, released in 2005 for the PlayStation 2. It is a prequel to the original Devil May Cry, with a storyline that follows Dante's journey as he battles his twin brother Vergil and encounters new enemies. The game features fast-paced combat, with a variety of weapons and abilities available to the player. It also introduces "Stylish Mode", which rewards players for stylishly stringing together attacks in battle. The game was well received by critics, who praised its visuals, gameplay, level design and soundtrack.