Devil May Cry 6: Release Rumors and Speculations

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 not only possible but highly likely.

Will Capcom Make Another Devil May Cry Game?

Very Likely, Even Without Itsuno At the Helm

Hideaki Itsuno, the director behind Devil May Cry 3, 4, and 5, has left Capcom, sparking concerns about the future of the series. Despite his departure, the chances of a sixth entry in the beloved hack-and-slash franchise remain high. In fact, development on Devil May Cry 6 might already be underway, 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 the successful Devil May Cry 5 following the controversial DmC reboot.

While Itsuno's departure might seem like a setback, Devil May Cry remains one of Capcom's most popular, bestselling, and beloved franchises. Given the series' resurgence with Devil May Cry 5 and the cult following of its Special Edition, which popularized Vergil and his iconic theme song "Bury the Light," Capcom would be remiss not to continue the series. "Bury the Light" has amassed over 110 million plays on Spotify and an unofficial YouTube upload has garnered 132 million views, underscoring the song's—and the series'—enduring popularity.

In conclusion, despite the departure of a key figure like Itsuno, the future of Devil May Cry looks bright. The series' strong fanbase, recent successes, and expansion into new media suggest that a Devil May Cry 6 is not just a possibility but a probable next step for Capcom.