Devil May Cry 4 is an action-adventure hack and slash video game. The game is the fourth installment to the Devil May Cry series.

The story follows Nero, a teenager possessing demonic powers who is on a mission to stop the series' main character, Dante, after he assassinates demons from the The Order of the Sword including its leader. During the game, the player controls both Nero and Dante as they fight enemies in close combat using firearms, swords, and other weapons.