Check out this Devil May Cry 5 (DMC 5) main story walkthrough and guide for Mission 1 - Nero. This includes gameplay and battle tips, mission tricks and techniques, & more.
Mission Progression & Walkthrough
All Mission Guide & Walkthrough ListMission 1 - Walkthrough
Mission 1 - Walkthrough Chart
| 1 | As soon as the cutscene ends, defeat the enemies |
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| 2 | Another cutscene will play after defeating all enemies |
| 3 | (Optional) Pick up the Devil Breaker near the double decker bus to refill your Devil Breaker |
| 4 | Continue heading straight through the bridge |
| 5 | Defeat the tentacle creatures on the bridge |
| 6 | Continue upwards and defeat any tentacle creatures along the way. When reaching the edge of the bridge, a cutscene will trigger |
| 7 | Jump down and turn around to get a Blue Orb Fragment under the bridge. Defeat enemies along the way |
| 8 | Head back towards where you jumped, and continue straight through the path. Defeat the tentacle creatures along the way |
| 9 | Continue straight until a cutscene is triggered |
| 10 | Fight and defeat the Qlipoth Roots |
Mission 1 Tips & Tricks
1. Mix Up Moves For Higher Stylish Points
When fighting enemies, keep your moves varied to get as much Stylish Points as you can to get more Red Orbs.
Check Out How To Get S Rank Tips Here!6. Check The Arch To Get The Gold Orb
Before jumping down the bridge, check behind the arch to find a Gold Orb resting near its top. You will need to use Air Hikes, the Gerbera Devil Breaker, and the Flap Top move to get to it.
Check out Nero's Moveset Here7. Turn Around And Look For The Blue Orb Fragment
The Blue Orb Fragment is hidden under the bridge, and can be found by turning around when you jump down from the upper part of the bridge. Collect 4 of these to increase your health.
Check Out Where To Get Blue Orb Fragments Guide Here!Qlipoth Roots Boss Tips & Strategy
Its Red Bulging Center Is Its Weakspot
Hit its central area to deal damage to the Qlipoth Roots. Make sure to mix up your attacks for maximum stylish points.
Dodge Its Tentacles When It's Excreting Fluid
Its tentacles will briefly excrete fluid signifying an attack. Prepare to dodge immediately.
Watch Out For Its Vertical And Sweep Attack
As soon as its tentacles smashes the ground, prepare to jump as it will do a sweeping attack.
Mission Progression & Walkthrough
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