Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition vs Europa Universalis II
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition vs Europa Universalis II — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition Ubisoft Entertainment, Capcom | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | January 24, 2006 | December 10, 2001 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Mature | Everyone |
| Developer | Capcom, SOURCENEXT | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publisher | Ubisoft Entertainment, Capcom | Paradox Interactive |
| Official Site | http://www.capcom.com/dmc3 | — |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure | Strategy |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player, Multiplayer |
| Perspective | Third-person | — |
| Average Playtime | 1 hours | 1 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo | PC |
| Available On | Steam, Nintendo eShop | GOG |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | Windows XP/2000*, Intel Pentium III Processor, 1.0 Ghz and above, 256 MB RAM, DirectX 9.0n and above video card, 128MB VRAM, Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 Soundcard, Mouse/keyboard, 2.0 GB free disk space Recommended: Intel Premium 4 Processor 2.0 Ghz or better, 512 MB RAM, VRAM 256 MB and above, game pad with 4 wheel-12 button analogue stick, 4.7 GB Free disk space Operation not assured if VRAM is shared with Main Memory. Video card of NVIDIA GeForce 7500 and above is recommended. Please end other applications when playing with this product. Defects may occur if other applications are running. * Not designed to run on Windows Vista | Windows XP / Vista/ 7 / 8 / 101.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM,3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0cMouse, Keyboard. |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Metacritic | 76 / 100 | — |
| Community Rating | 4.4 / 5 (410 ratings) | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) |
Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition vs Europa Universalis II: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer looking for a classic action experience with broad platform support and strong community backing, Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition is the better choice. It costs 0 PHP, shares the same price as Europa Universalis II, but offers third-person gameplay, single-player mode, and support across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms—including Steam and Nintendo eShop—unlike Europa Universalis II’s PC-only availability. Devil May Cry 3 has a Metacritic score of 76/100 and a community rating of 4.4/5 from 410 ratings, compared to Europa Universalis II’s 2.6/5 from 32 ratings, indicating far stronger user approval. While both games require at least Windows XP/2000 and 1 GB RAM, Devil May Cry 3 specifies more detailed hardware needs, including Intel Pentium III, 256 MB RAM, and a video card of NVIDIA GeForce 7500 or above, with recommended higher specs for smoother performance. Europa Universalis II only lists only lists only 1.8 GHz processor and DirectX 9.0c compatibility, with no mention of higher hardware requirements. For daily commuting, Devil May Cry 3’s multi-platform support and active community engagement make it more practical. Europa Universalis II’s strategy focus and universal age rating may suit casual players, but it lacks the performance clarity and broader accessibility of the Capcom title. Given price parity, platform flexibility, and stronger user feedback, Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition is the superior option for most Filipino gamers.
Frequently asked questions
Which game costs less in Philippine pesos?
Both games cost 0 PHP.
Which game is more powerful in terms of system requirements?
Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition specifies Intel Pentium III Processor, 1.0 Ghz and above, 256 MB RAM, DirectX 9.0n and above, 128MB VRAM, Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 Soundcard, Mouse/keyboard, 2.0 GB free disk space and recommended Intel Premium 4 Processor 2.0 Ghz or better, 512 MB RAM, VRAM and above, 256 MB and above, game pad with 4 wheel-12 button analogue stick, 4.7 GB Free disk space. Europa Universalis II only lists 1.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM, 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0c.
Which game is better for a Filipino buyer who plays on multiple devices?
Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo, with support on Steam and Nintendo eShop, while Europa Universalis II is only available on PC.
Which game has a better community reception?
Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 410 ratings, while Europa Universalis II has a rating of 2.6/5 from 32 ratings.