The original 2006 standalone PC port is notorious for technical issues (bad controller support and music bugs). If you are playing the version, these modern mods are highly recommended:

You can play the entire campaign as Dante’s twin brother with a unique moveset. Bloody Palace: A 9,999-floor survival challenge mode.

Compared to the original release, the Special Edition adds significant content:

Ensure your PC meets these modern standards for a smooth experience: Windows 7, 8.1, 10 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core i3 series or AMD Phenom II X4 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or AMD Radeon R7 260x Storage: 12 GB available space ⚔️ Special Edition Features