Devil May Cry 6: Release Confirmed?

The future of Devil May Cry appears uncertain, especially after the departure of its longtime director, Hideaki Itsuno, from Capcom. However, despite this significant change, there are compelling reasons to believe that a sixth installment in the series is not only possible but likely. Let's delve into why we think so.

Will Capcom Make Another Devil May Cry Game?

Very Likely, Even Without Itsuno At the Helm

The departure of Hideaki Itsuno, who directed Devil May Cry 3, 4, and 5, from Capcom after over 30 years has sparked concerns about the future of the franchise. Yet, the chances of a Devil May Cry 6 being developed remain high, even if Itsuno isn't leading the project.

The Devil May Cry series has experienced its share of highs and lows. From its origins as a planned Resident Evil game, to the critically panned Devil May Cry 2, the troubled development of Devil May Cry 4, and the controversial DmC reboot, the series has always bounced back. Each setback was met with a subsequent triumph, such as the surprise success of the first game, the redemption of Devil May Cry 3, the enhanced Devil May Cry 4 Special Edition, and the critically acclaimed Devil May Cry 5 following the reboot's underperformance.

While some may view Itsuno's exit as a potential end or a low point for the series, Devil May Cry remains one of Capcom's most popular, bestselling, and beloved franchises. Given its recent success with Devil May Cry 5 and the cult following of Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition, particularly with the popularity of Vergil's theme song "Bury the Light," which has amassed over 110 million plays on Spotify and 132 million views on YouTube, it would be a missed opportunity for Capcom not to continue the series.