Capcom announced during today's Nintendo Direct that Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is in development for Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the critically acclaimed action title to Nintendo’s next-generation portable home console.
The Switch 2 version will be available digitally on the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 23 June 2026, with a physical retail release following on 28 August 2026.
Background and platform context
Devil May Cry 5 was originally released by Capcom in March 2019 to strong critical reception for its combat systems and technical presentation.
The new Devil Hunter Edition adapts that foundation for Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, aiming to deliver a native console experience on both handheld and TV modes.
Capcom is publishing the port and confirmed it will include additional playable content and bonus material.
Performance and included content
Capcom stated the Nintendo Switch 2 edition targets a steady 60 frames per second in both docked (TV) and handheld modes, an explicit performance goal noted during the Nintendo Direct presentation.
The port also includes the Vergil playable character downloadable content that has been part of other post-launch releases, along with what Capcom described as substantial bonus content — costume color options, taunts, and selectable battle tracks.
Narrative recap and characters
The game’s story is set several years after the events of Devil May Cry 4.
Players return as Nero, who wields the Red Queen sword and custom Blue Rose revolver, and teams up with Nico, who is described in the presentation as a self-styled "artisan of arms." The new edition preserves the original’s mission structure and signature fast-paced combat against demonic hordes.
Availability and platforms
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition will launch digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 June 2026, with boxed versions arriving at retailers from 28 August 2026.
Capcom has positioned this release to take advantage of the Switch 2’s hybrid form factor while delivering performance parity across play modes.
With the official Nintendo Direct reveal, Capcom confirms the franchise’s continued presence on Nintendo platforms and provides a clear timeline for when Switch 2 owners can add Devil Hunter Edition to their libraries.
The Switch 2 version will be available digitally on the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 23 June 2026, with a physical retail release following on 28 August 2026.
Background and platform context
Devil May Cry 5 was originally released by Capcom in March 2019 to strong critical reception for its combat systems and technical presentation.
The new Devil Hunter Edition adapts that foundation for Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, aiming to deliver a native console experience on both handheld and TV modes.
Capcom is publishing the port and confirmed it will include additional playable content and bonus material.
Performance and included content
Capcom stated the Nintendo Switch 2 edition targets a steady 60 frames per second in both docked (TV) and handheld modes, an explicit performance goal noted during the Nintendo Direct presentation.
The port also includes the Vergil playable character downloadable content that has been part of other post-launch releases, along with what Capcom described as substantial bonus content — costume color options, taunts, and selectable battle tracks.
Narrative recap and characters
The game’s story is set several years after the events of Devil May Cry 4.
Players return as Nero, who wields the Red Queen sword and custom Blue Rose revolver, and teams up with Nico, who is described in the presentation as a self-styled "artisan of arms." The new edition preserves the original’s mission structure and signature fast-paced combat against demonic hordes.
Availability and platforms
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition will launch digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 June 2026, with boxed versions arriving at retailers from 28 August 2026.
Capcom has positioned this release to take advantage of the Switch 2’s hybrid form factor while delivering performance parity across play modes.
With the official Nintendo Direct reveal, Capcom confirms the franchise’s continued presence on Nintendo platforms and provides a clear timeline for when Switch 2 owners can add Devil Hunter Edition to their libraries.