Hideki Kamiya Reflects on Devil May Cry’s Legacy and Future Remake Potential

Celebrated game designer Hideki Kamiya, best known as the original creator of Devil May Cry, has ignited fresh conversation among action game fans following recent remarks on his official YouTube channel.

Having contributed significantly to the evolution of the character-action genre with the debut of Devil May Cry on PlayStation 2 in 2001, Kamiya continues to share insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes with his global audience.

After parting ways with PlatinumGames in 2023, he established yet another studio, Clovers, maintaining a visible presence in the gaming community and sparking intense interest in his future projects. Responding to a fan inquiry about the prospect of revisiting Devil May Cry for a modern audience, Kamiya acknowledged both the passage of time and the considerable shifts in technology and game design since the game’s launch more than two decades ago.

He reflected, "I rarely revisit my own work post-release, and Devil May Cry is no exception.

However, when I watch gameplay clips today, there’s an unmistakable sense that the design stems from 24 years ago." Kamiya expressed that with current advancements in gaming hardware and design philosophies—on platforms such as the Nintendo Switch—he sees strong potential in the idea of a ground-up remake. While Kamiya clarified that he prefers to focus on projects only when there is a real possibility of development, he noted with characteristic confidence, "If the opportunity ever comes to remake Devil May Cry, I would bring fresh creativity to it." His openness to revisiting the iconic franchise offers hope to longtime fans yearning for a reimagined experience on modern platforms. In addition to discussing Devil May Cry, Kamiya also showed enthusiasm for revisiting another fan-favorite property, stating, "I’d also love to handle Viewtiful Joe again." Released by Capcom for the Nintendo GameCube and PlayStation 2 in 2003, Viewtiful Joe is widely remembered for its stylized gameplay and innovative design.

Kamiya’s willingness to return to his earlier works further demonstrates his enduring connection to beloved franchises—the kind that helped define Capcom’s action portfolio in the early 2000s. Kamiya’s current workload remains substantial; he is reportedly involved in shepherding the development of a sequel to Ōkami for Capcom.

Devil May Cry and Viewtiful Joe, meanwhile, have both enjoyed consistent critical acclaim and maintain dedicated followings, with Devil May Cry notably exceeding 20 million units sold across its series as of 2023.

While there is no official confirmation of new remakes or sequels for these titles, Kamiya’s remarks are a testament to his ongoing relevance and influence within the industry. As action game enthusiasts await announcements from Capcom or Kamiya’s new studio, his reflections offer valuable insight into how classic game design is viewed by its original creators in an ever-evolving marketplace.

For many, the possibility of modern remakes of Devil May Cry or Viewtiful Joe remains an enticing prospect—one that, for now, continues to capture the imagination of the industry.

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