The future of Devil May Cry hangs in the balance following the departure of its longtime director after three decades with Capcom. Could there still be another installment? Here's why we believe the franchise will continue.
Is Capcom Planning Another Devil May Cry Game?
The Series Will Likely Continue Without Itsuno
Capcom has recently lost Hideaki Itsuno, the veteran director behind Devil May Cry 3, 4, and 5 (we'll skip mentioning DMC2), after his remarkable 30-year tenure. While his exit raises questions about the series' future, evidence suggests DMC6 may already be in development—just without Itsuno leading the project.
The Devil May Cry series has weathered numerous challenges throughout its history—from its unexpected origins as a Resident Evil spin-off to the divisive DmC reboot. Yet every setback ultimately led to redemption: DMC3 revived the franchise after DMC2's missteps, DMC4 received a revitalizing Special Edition years later, and DMC5's triumphant return proved the series' enduring appeal.
Some fans fear Itsuno's departure marks the beginning of the end, but this overlooks DMC's status as one of Capcom's crown jewels. Following DMC5's commercial success and the cultural phenomenon of "Bury the Light"—Vergil's theme boasting over 110 million Spotify streams and a viral YouTube cover with 132 million views—the franchise has never been more relevant. Recent announcements, including an upcoming Netflix animated series starring Dante, further demonstrate Capcom's commitment to expanding the DMC universe.
The series continues gaining mainstream traction, with Netflix developing an animated adaptation showcasing Dante's signature blend of swordplay and gun-fu combat.
