The future of Devil May Cry may seem uncertain, especially with the departure of its longtime director, Hideaki Itsuno, after over 30 years with Capcom. However, the prospects for a new installment in the series remain strong. Let's delve into why we believe a Devil May Cry 6 is on the horizon.
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, has raised questions about the future of the series. Despite his exit, the likelihood of a Devil May Cry 6 remains high. Capcom might already be in the process of developing the next game, albeit without Itsuno's direct involvement.
The Devil May Cry series has experienced its share of highs and lows. Originally conceived as a Resident Evil game, the first title became a surprise hit. The second game, which Itsuno was brought in to salvage, was a disappointment, but he redeemed himself with the critically acclaimed Devil May Cry 3. The troubled development of Devil May Cry 4 was later addressed with the Special Edition, and the series bounced back with Devil May Cry 5 following the less successful DmC reboot.
While some may view Itsuno's departure as a potential end to the series, this is far from the truth. Devil May Cry is one of Capcom's most popular, bestselling, and beloved franchises. The success and resurgence of the series, particularly with Devil May Cry 5 and its Special Edition, which popularized Vergil and his iconic theme song "Bury the Light," cannot be ignored. The song has amassed over 110 million plays on Spotify and an unofficial YouTube upload has garnered 132 million views, showcasing the series' enduring appeal.
The franchise is also expanding its reach with an animated series on Netflix, featuring the charismatic devil hunter Dante. This move to mainstream media further solidifies the series' strong position and the likelihood of a Devil May Cry 6.
