Hideki Kamiya, the director of the original Devil May Cry, has fueled speculation among fans with recent comments on social media that suggest a possible return to the franchise he helped create. Kamiya, who typically avoids discussing games he is no longer involved with, broke his usual silence in response to a fan's query about the lore of Devil May Cry 1's final boss.
On August 9, 2026, a fan asked Kamiya via X (formerly Twitter) for clarification on the nature of the Devil Trigger dragon during the fight against Mundus in the first Devil May Cry. The fan inquired if it was a familiar or something else entirely, tagging Kamiya and anticipating his often-used tactic of blocking such questions.
Surprisingly, Kamiya provided a direct answer, stating, "It will become clear when I make the DMC series again…" This enigmatic response has since ignited excitement and extensive discussion within the Devil May Cry community. Many fans interpret his phrasing from "if I return" to "when I return" as a strong indicator of his future involvement.
Kamiya has not elaborated further on his comment, leaving the door open for a wide range of fan theories and hopes for his return. While Devil May Cry is currently owned by Capcom, a company Kamiya has not worked for in over a decade, he has recently re-established a partnership with them for a forthcoming Okami sequel, as noted in a February 2025 interview. The renewed possibility of Kamiya's involvement, coupled with the recent renewal of the Devil May Cry Netflix animated series for its third and final season, has bolstered fan optimism regarding the future of the franchise after a considerable period without new game releases.