Devil's Third

Game Overview

Devil's Third is a fast-paced third-person action-adventure and first-person shooter hybrid developed by Valhalla Game Studios and published by Nintendo for the Wii U. Directed by Tomonobu Itagaki—celebrated for his work on Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive—the title offers a distinct blend of Eastern melee combat and Western shooter mechanics.

The campaign follows Ivan as he fights across diverse global locations, eliminating heavy infantry, armored vehicles, and mutated boss opponents. The game’s signature feature is its seamless transition between third-person perspective during movement and sword fighting, and first-person perspective when aiming down weapon sights.

Players execute visceral finishing moves using katana blades, combat knives, pipe wrenches, and axes, alongside an extensive arsenal of assault rifles, shotguns, and rocket launchers. Though known for its challenging single-player campaign, Devil's Third also introduced an expansive online multiplayer mode featuring customizable clan fortresses and tactical territory control mechanics.

Quick Specifications

Key Features

• Hybrid Combat System: Seamlessly shift between third-person melee slicing and first-person precision gunplay during active firefights.

• Visceral Finishing Moves: Perform bloody execution maneuvers using a wide range of melee weapons, including katanas, knives, and heavy blunt tools.

• Varied Military Arsenal: Wield diverse firearms ranging from dual handguns and submachine guns to heavy grenade launchers and sniper rifles.

• High-Octane Single-Player Campaign: Battle through intense mercenary strongholds, secret military laboratories, and destruction-filled urban streets.

• Over-the-Top Action Direction: Designed by Tomonobu Itagaki, featuring stylish boss encounters, cinematic cutscenes, and heavy metal musical themes.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: How does the camera perspective shift work in Devil's Third?

A: The camera stays in third-person view during free movement and melee combat, but automatically transitions to a first-person perspective whenever you aim down weapon sights for precise shooting.

Q: Is the Wii U GamePad touchscreen required to play Devil's Third?

A: No, while the GamePad can be used to play, the game fully supports traditional button configurations using the Wii U Pro Controller or Classic Controller Pro.

Q: Are the online multiplayer servers for Devil's Third still active on Wii U?

A: No, the official online multiplayer servers for Devil's Third on Wii U were officially shut down by Nintendo in December 2016.

Q: Can Devil's Third be played entirely on the Wii U GamePad screen?

A: Yes, the game supports Off-TV Play, allowing you to stream and play the entire single-player campaign directly on the Wii U GamePad screen.