Devil May Cry 5 Headed for Nintendo Switch 2

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Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition may be released for the Nintendo Switch 2, potentially including the base game, Vergil DLC, and additional content.
The Devil Hunter Edition could offer enhanced visuals and gameplay at 120 frames per second, as well as include Vergil as a playable character and Legendary Dark Knight and Turbo Mode.
The Devil Hunter Edition might be revealed within the next month, possibly coinciding with the launch of the second season of the Devil May Cry Netflix series on May 12.
With the success of the Netflix series and plans to elevate Devil May Cry to flagship IP status, a Devil May Cry 5 sequel is likely.

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Capcom appears to be preparing to release Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, according to a listing on the Taiwan Entertainment Software Rating Information website. Notably, YouTube content creator Doctre81 reported spotting the Devil Hunter Edition listing, suggesting the Switch 2 release will include the base game and the Vergil DLC. The Devil Hunter Edition is expected to offer additional content. While Capcom has not officially confirmed this edition, the publisher has supported the Switch platform since its inception, recently releasing the latest Resident Evil titles on the console. Originally launched in 2019 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One, Devil May Cry 5 received a special edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in November 2020. The Devil Hunter Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to offer enhanced visuals and gameplay at 120 frames per second. It is also expected to include Vergil as a playable character, plus Legendary Dark Knight and Turbo Mode.

Devil Hunter Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 Unveiled Amidst Netflix Series Season 2 Launch and Potential Devil May Cry 5 Sequel

The Devil Hunter Edition may be revealed within the next month, possibly coinciding with the launch of the second season of the Devil May Cry Netflix series on May 12. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will likely use a Game Key Card. Fuelled by the popularity of the Netflix series, Devil May Cry 5 experienced a surge in popularity last year, surpassing 10 million units sold. Capcom’s corporate report in December 2023 outlined plans to elevate Devil May Cry, Mega Man, and Ace Attorney to flagship IP status, joining established franchises like Resident Evil, Street Fighter, and Monster Hunter. The report suggests a Devil May Cry 5 sequel is likely.

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