"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 after over three decades. However, there are compelling reasons to believe that a new installment, Devil May Cry 6, is not only possible but highly probable.

Will Capcom Make Another Devil May Cry Game?

Very Likely, Even Without Itsuno At the Helm

Devil May Cry has just bid farewell to its stalwart director, Hideaki Itsuno, who left Capcom after more than 30 years of service. Itsuno, renowned for his work on DMC 3, 4, and 5, has been a pivotal figure in the franchise. Yet, despite his departure, the prospects for a sixth installment remain strong, and there's a good chance development is already in progress—just not under Itsuno's direction.

The Devil May Cry series has experienced its share of highs and lows. Originally conceived as a Resident Evil game, the first title became an unexpected hit. The second game, which Itsuno was brought in to salvage, was a low point he later redeemed with the critically acclaimed DMC3. The troubled development of DMC4 was later addressed with the Special Edition, and DMC5 followed the less successful reboot, DmC, to bring the series back to glory.

While some might view Itsuno's exit as a potential end for the series, this is far from the truth. Devil May Cry remains one of Capcom's most cherished, bestselling, and enduring franchises. Given its recent success and resurgence, particularly with DMC5 and the cult following of DMC5 Special Edition, it would be a missed opportunity for Capcom not to continue the series. The popularity of Vergil's theme song, 'Bury the Light,' which boasts over 110 million plays on Spotify and 132 million views on YouTube, underscores the franchise's cultural impact.