Devil May Cry 6: Confirmed or Rumored?

The future of Devil May Cry seems uncertain, particularly with the departure of its longtime director after over 30 years. However, there are compelling reasons to believe that a new installment, Devil May Cry 6, may still be on the horizon. Let's delve into why we think this is likely.

Will Capcom Make Another Devil May Cry Game?

Very Likely, Even Without Itsuno At the Helm

The departure of Hideaki Itsuno, the director behind Devil May Cry 3, 4, and 5, from Capcom after more than three decades has raised questions about the future of the franchise. Despite this significant change, the likelihood of a sixth Devil May Cry game remains high. In fact, it's possible that development may already be underway, though not under Itsuno's direction.

The Devil May Cry series has experienced its share of highs and lows. Originally conceived as a Resident Evil game, the first title became an unexpected success. The second game, which Itsuno was involved with later in development, was less well-received, prompting Itsuno to redeem himself with the critically acclaimed DMC3. The fourth game saw a special edition release to address initial shortcomings, and after the controversial DmC reboot, DMC5 was released to critical acclaim and commercial success.

While some may view Itsuno's departure as a potential end for the series, this perspective overlooks the enduring popularity and commercial success of Devil May Cry. As one of Capcom's most beloved and best-selling franchises, it would be a missed opportunity not to continue the series, especially following the success of DMC5 and its Special Edition, which further popularized characters like Vergil and his iconic theme song, "Bury the Light." This track has achieved over 110 million plays on Spotify and an unofficial YouTube upload has garnered 132 million views, underscoring the franchise's cultural impact.