The return of Dante and Nero could well play out in the players’ pockets. While the Switch 2 continues its ambitious ports, a new leak is attracting the attention of fans of action games.
According to an official classification spotted in Taiwan, Devil May Cry 5 is in preparation for Switch 2. Information not yet confirmed by Capcom, but which strongly raises expectations around the console’s catalog.
A credible leak around Devil May Cry 5 on Switch 2
It all started with a discreet appearance on the website of a Taiwanese classification body. A version titled “Devil Hunter Edition” is mentioned there, with a release clearly associated with the Switch 2.
This type of information is not trivial. In the video game industry, classifications almost always precede an official announcement. Their reliability is based on documents submitted directly by the publishers, which reinforces the credibility of this leak.
The detail is still thin. No specific content has leaked, but the mention of a specific edition suggests an adaptation close to the special edition released on new generation consoles.
Capcom speeds up ports to Switch 2
Since its launch, the Switch 2 has established itself as a machine capable of running titles long considered impossible on a portable console. Several major games have already been successfully adapted. Among them: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Cyberpunk 2077 and Resident Evil Requiem.
In this context, the arrival of Devil May Cry 5 seems almost logical. Capcom has already distinguished itself with several recent ports, notably Resident Evil 7, Village and even Street Fighter 6. This strategy shows a clear desire: to make the Switch 2 an essential platform, capable of hosting the largest licenses in the catalog.
A potentially imminent release thanks to the Netflix calendar
One element particularly intrigues observers: the timing. The second season of the Devil May Cry series on Netflix is expected on May 12. This type of synchronization is never left to chance. Launching a Switch 2 version at this time would allow you to benefit from a massive renewed interest in the license. If we follow this logic, an official announcement could come very quickly, with a release in the following weeks. With the classifications already in place, the project seems sufficiently advanced to enter the communication phase.
Why Devil May Cry 5 remains an obvious choice for Switch 2
Released in 2019, Devil May Cry 5 remains a reference in action gaming today. Its combat system, its rhythm and its artistic direction continue to seduce. With an average score of 88/100 on OpenCritic and an identical recommendation rate, the game has established itself as one of the best episodes of the saga. Adapting it to Switch 2 would reach a new audience, while offering existing players a new way to play it. We now have to wait for an official confirmation from Capcom, which could turn this leak into a major announcement in the coming days.