~~Title: Devil May Cry 2~~
====== Devil May Cry 2 ======
Devil May Cry 2 is a 2003 action-adventure game developed by Capcom Production Studio and published by Capcom. Released from January to March, originally for the PS2.
===== Leaderboards & Categories =====
You will have a choice between these characters [[dmc2:dante|Dante]], [[dmc2:lucia|Lucia]] and [[dmc2:trish|Trish]] then pick their respective categories:
* **New Game** - Beats the game as fast as possible from a new file.
* **New Game+** - Beats the game as fast as possible from a cleared file.
Note that [[dmc2:trish|Trish]] can only run from a cleard file. Her sub-category is split to pick between [[dmc2:lucia|Lucia]] route or [[dmc2:dante|Dante]].
===== Getting Started =====
* Visit the [[dmc2:getting_started|Getting Started]] page for information on how to get started with DMC2 speedrunning.
* Refer to the [[dmc2:start#rules|General Rules]] for rules that apply to all categories of DMC2 speedrunning.
* Check the [[dmc2:frequently_asked_questions|Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)]] if you have general questions regarding methods and strategies used in DMC2 speedruns.
===== Information & Utilities =====
* [[dmc2:general|General Information]]
* [[dmc2:amulets|Amulets]]
* [[dmc2:formulas|Style and Orb formulas]]
* [[dmc2:enemy|Enemy Database]]
* [[dmc2:srank|Rank Criteria]]
* [[dmc2:tools|Tools & Resources]]
===== Boss Strategies =====
* [[dmc2:tartarussian_and_plutonian|Tartarussian & Plutonian]]
* [[dmc2:orangguerra|Orangguerra]]
* [[dmc2:jokatgulm|Jokatgulm]]
* [[dmc2:infested_chopper|Infested Chopper]]
* [[dmc2:nefasturris|Nefasturris]]
* [[dmc2:furiataurus|Furiataurus]]
* [[dmc2:noctpteran|Noctpteran]]
* [[dmc2:tateobesu|Tateobesu]]
* [[dmc2:bolverk|Bolverk]]
* [[dmc2:arius|Arius]]
* [[dmc2:phantom|Phantom]]
* [[dmc2:trismagia|Trismagia]]
* [[dmc2:possessed_arius|Possessed Arius]]
* [[dmc2:argosax|Argosax The Chaos]]
===== Tricks =====
There are number of Strategies and techniques that are important to be aware of while playing Devil May Cry 2. This game requires more work to nail down at certain segments.
* [[dmc2:jump_cancel|Jump Cancel]] - Avoids incoming attacks.
* [[dmc2:airraid_tricks|Air Raid Tricks]] - Control Air Raid better.
* [[dmc2:dt_human_cycle|DT Human Cycle]] - Manage DT better while using DT Combos.
* [[dmc2:ledge_loops|Ledge Loops]] - Loop helm breakers or Spinner top while on ground.
* [[dmc2:firearms_aim|Firearms Aim Manip]] - Changes the aim of the guns just after shooting.
* [[dmc2:quick_flame_heart|Quick Flame Heart]] - Pick the Flame Heart while falling on the ground at the same time.
* [[dmc2:eyeclip|Eye Clip]] - An Out of Bounds glitch which allows player to Skip Mission 15 / 11.
==== Dante ====
* [[dmc2:turnaround_stinger|Turnaround Stinger]] - Stinger but with invincibility frame start-up.
* [[dmc2:shotguncancel|Shotgun Cancel]] - Fire Shotgun without recoil.
* [[dmc2:kickcancel|Kick Cancel]] - Somersault Kick Combo Endlessly.
==== Lucia ====
* [[dmc2:rapid_fire_cancel|Rapid Fire Cancel]] - Move around areas faster.
* [[dmc2:seal_cycle|Seal Cycle]] - Break the Seal in M8 with one combo cycle.
* [[dmc2:quickpillar|Quick Pillar]] - Get past through water pillar quickly.
===== Rules =====
(These rules apply to all DMC2 speedrun categories. Each category also has its own set of rules in addition to the one listed here.)
* The offical run time is counted as the Real Time Attack (RTA).
* Timer starts when you select New Game (the "Devil May Cry" audio cue will play).
* Submissions must contain all footage for the run provided.
* Region is needed for PS2 runs.
* Any modifications to the game that affect the gameplay itself is not allowed.
===== External Resources =====
* [[srl>rules-faq/glossary/|Speedrun Glossary]]
* [[wp>Devil_May_Cry_2|Devil May Cry 2]] at Wikipedia
* [[fandom>Devil_May_Cry_2|Devil May Cry 2]] Fandom Wiki
* [[src>dmc2|Devil May Cry 2 Leaderboards]] at speedrun.com
