Devil May Cry 6 Release Rumors Swirl

The future of Devil May Cry remains uncertain after the departure of its longtime director following three decades with Capcom. Will fans see a sixth installment? Here's why we believe the series isn't finished yet.

Will Capcom Continue the Devil May Cry Series?

A Sixth Game Remains Probable Without Itsuno's Leadership

Capcom recently bid farewell to Hideaki Itsuno, the visionary behind Devil May Cry 3, 4, and 5, after his remarkable 30-year tenure. While Itsuno's exit raises questions about the franchise's direction, industry insights suggest Devil May Cry 6 may already be in development—just without its former creative lead.

The Devil May Cry franchise has weathered several transformations throughout its history—from its accidental origins as a Resident Evil spin-off to the controversial reboot. Yet each stumble ultimately led to redemption: DMC3 became a genre-defining masterpiece, DMC4 received a Special Edition revival, and DMC5 reaffirmed the series' dominance after fan dissatisfaction with the reboot.

While some view Itsuno's departure as potentially catastrophic for the franchise, Devil May Cry remains one of Capcom's most commercially successful IPs. The overwhelming reception of DMC5 and its Special Edition—especially Vergil's viral anthem "Bury the Light" with over 110 million Spotify streams—demonstrates the series' enduring cultural impact. Abandoning such a valuable property would defy business logic.

Further cementing its mainstream appeal, Netflix is currently developing a Devil May Cry animated series starring the legendary Dante—proving Capcom continues investing in the franchise's expansion across media.