Devil May Cry 5 has achieved a remarkable sales milestone of 10 million units, with Capcom crediting its recent Netflix anime adaptation for contributing to this success. The action-packed title originally launched in March 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, receiving widespread acclaim from both players and critics. Our IGN review awarded Devil May Cry 5 a stellar 9.5/10, praising its "exceptional combat system that sets a new series benchmark while delivering an engaging mystery-driven narrative."
A Demon-Hunting Phenomenon
Six years post-launch, Devil May Cry 5 stands as one of Capcom's most successful titles. The publisher noted: "The game's superb gameplay experience built lasting player loyalty, sustaining strong catalog sales since release." Capcom enhanced the experience by adding a new playable character with deeper story and combat mechanics. The April 2025 Netflix anime adaptation, part of their "Single Content Multiple Usage" strategy, proved particularly impactful - ranking #4 globally in English-language shows during its debut week with over 5.3 million views, while maintaining a top 10 position in Japan for seven consecutive days.
What's Next for the Franchise?
With the entire Devil May Cry series surpassing 33 million sales since its 2001 debut (and DMC5 accounting for nearly a third of that total), fans naturally wonder about Devil May Cry 6. While Capcom remains tight-lipped, the overwhelming success makes a sequel all but certain, though the developer's current focus includes Monster Hunter Wilds, Street Fighter 6, the upcoming Resident Evil: Requiem, and recently re-announced Pragmata.
Devil May Cry 5 now ranks among Capcom's top 10 best-selling games of all time - a clear indicator that Dante and his demon-hunting comrades will return. The only remaining question is when players can expect their next stylish demon-slaying adventure.
