Beginner’s Guide to Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat

Whether you are new to Devil May Cry or just need to explore the peak of combat, the new addition to it has a lot to offer. There is so much for a video game enthusiast to learn and explore in both cases.

What is Devil May Cry: Peak of combat:

Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat is a mobile adaptation of the DMC franchise; the game brings together the iconic high-speed combat, combo chaining, and stylish action from the console series into a mobile-friendly experience. It allows you as a gamer to control familiar characters like Dante, Vergil, and Lady, pulling off devastating attacks with smooth touch controls and stunning visuals.

How to get started with Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat?

Master the basics of combat:

Focus on mixing melee, ranged attacks, skills, and dodges to create fluid combos.
S-rank combos are a lot more than just the good looks. They also help with a boost in rewards and experience points.

Pro Tip:

Only mashing the buttons would not be enough. It is equally important to time the attacks, switch weapons, and vary the moves.

Select the right character:

As you start playing, you will come across the basic versions of characters like Dante. Over time, you will unlock and collect different character versions through the gameplay or the gacha system.

Each Character has

Unique Skills
Signature Weapons
Playstyle: aggressive, balanced, or defensive.

As a beginner, it is best to focus on balanced combat characters such as the classic Dante or Lady, who are easier to control and adapt to different missions.

Upgrade your gear early.

Weapons and skills are everything at the peak of combat. As you progress further,

Level up your progress.
Enhance your skills.
Equip better accessories.

First of all, focus on your primary weapon and core skills. It is better to have one strong build than several weak ones.

Tip:

Save materials for your favorite character’s gear rather than spreading them thin.

Master Dodging and Perfect Timing:

Unlike many mobile action games, the peak of combat places heavy emphasis on evading.

Perfect Dodge:

Dodge at the last possible moment to slow time and create openings.

Air Movement:

Some enemies require you to juggle or counter them in mid-air.

Practicing well for dodging now will save you a lot of frustration on more challenging levels.

Complete daily and weekly missions.

To grow faster, you should be doing

Daily Quests:

Easy XP and upgrade materials

Weekly Boss Battles:

This is a great place to find rare loot.

Special Events:

They often reward limited-time characters or weapons.

Pro Tip:

Understand the energy system.

Energy sets the limit for how much you can grind in a day.

Vitality wisely on priority missions (gear upgrades, skill books, etc.)
Don’t waste Vitality on random missions early on.

Peak-of-combat energy management tips:

During events, Peak of Combat often provides free energy packs.

Learn about hunter affinities and team building:

In the later stages of the game, team synergy becomes essential. Characters have different affinities.

Fire, Ice, lightning shadows, etc.

Bringing the right elemental team to a mission can massively boost your effectiveness.

Pro tip for beginners:

Always check the recommended affinity before starting a mission.

Be patient with Summoning.

Characters and weapons are obtained through a gacha system. It is tempting to spend premium currency early. However, it should be saved for banners with guaranteed strong Hunters or weapons.

Pro tip for beginners:

Focus on events with increased rates for top-tier characters like Vergil or Sparda Dante.

Community is your best friend.

It is always beneficial to connect with other players in the game. This is because players often share build guides, event strategies, and secret tips. Occasionally, they even share free codes or hidden locations for loot.

So, to reach out to the community players, one should join the following: