Devil May Cry 6: Will It Happen?

The future of Devil May Cry may seem uncertain with the departure of its longtime director, but there's still hope for fans eagerly awaiting the next installment. Let's delve into why a sixth Devil May Cry game is not only possible but highly probable.

Will Capcom Make Another Devil May Cry Game?

Very Likely, Even Without Itsuno At the Helm

The recent departure of Hideaki Itsuno, the director behind Devil May Cry 3, 4, and 5, from Capcom after over three decades has left fans questioning the future of the beloved hack-and-slash series. However, despite Itsuno's exit, the likelihood of a Devil May Cry 6 remains strong. In fact, development might already be in progress, just without Itsuno at the helm.

The Devil May Cry series has experienced a rollercoaster of highs and lows. Originally conceived as a Resident Evil game, the first title became a surprise hit. The less said about the second game, the better, but Itsuno's determination to redeem himself led to the critically acclaimed Devil May Cry 3. Despite the challenges faced during the development of Devil May Cry 4, its Special Edition managed to rectify some of the original's shortcomings. Even the controversial DmC reboot had its silver lining with the eventual release of the highly successful Devil May Cry 5.

Some may view Itsuno's departure as a potential low point or even the end of the series. However, Devil May Cry remains one of Capcom's most popular, bestselling, and beloved franchises. With the massive success and resurgence following Devil May Cry 5 and its Special Edition, which popularized Vergil and his iconic theme song 'Bury the Light,' Capcom would be remiss not to capitalize on this momentum. 'Bury the Light' has amassed over 110 million plays on Spotify and an unofficial YouTube upload has garnered 132 million views, making it one of the most listened-to songs in the gaming industry.