Since the game was region-locked in certain territories (specifically Russia and the CIS region) to prevent simple language toggles, changing the language requires modifying the game's configuration files.


On PS3:

  1. Go to SettingsSystem SettingsSystem Language.
  2. Change to English (US or UK).
  3. Restart the console. Launch DmC – it will now be in English.

Linguistic Reconstruction: Technical Procedures for Language Modification in DmC: Devil May Cry

Subject: Procedures for Altering Game Language Settings from Russian to English

2. Methodology I: Steam Launch Parameters

The most non-invasive and recommended method for changing the language involves modifying the Steam launch options. This forces the Steam client to request a specific language depot upon initialization.

Report: Changing Language in DmC: Devil May Cry from Russian to English

Game Title: DmC: Devil May Cry (2013 reboot)
Platforms Covered: PC (Steam), PlayStation, Xbox
Target Change: Russian UI/Subtitles → English UI/Subtitles