Former Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma Director Teases New Project

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Summary

  • After leaving Capcom in 2024, Devil May Cry director Hideaki Itsuno has announced that he’s started a new project.
  • The creator is now the head of LightSpeed Japan Studio.
  • Details about the new project remain scarce, but fans are eager to see what Itsuno will create after his 30 years at Capcom.

As a seasoned gamer with over three decades of gaming under my belt, I can confidently say that Hideaki Itsuno’s departure from Capcom in 2024 was a significant event for the gaming world. Having followed his career since his early work on Street Fighter Alpha and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, I have witnessed firsthand his growth as a game creator and his incredible contributions to the action genre with iconic series like Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma.

Now that Itsuno has started a new project at LightSpeed Japan Studio, I can’t help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. While details about the game remain scarce, I am eager to see what he will create after 30 years at Capcom. The fact that he is leading a new branch dedicated to creating original triple-A action games bodes well for the future of gaming, in my opinion.

I can’t help but wonder if his next game will be another action-packed adventure like Devil May Cry or a deep, immersive RPG like Dragon’s Dogma. Either way, I have faith that Itsuno will deliver a masterpiece that will captivate gamers worldwide.

To lighten the mood, I can’t help but make a little joke: “I just hope his next game doesn’t have a ‘Dante is missing’ mission, or else I might never find my copy of Devil May Cry 5!

Hideaki Itsuno, renowned for his work on titles like Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma during his tenure at Capcom, has hinted at a new venture at his freshly established LightSpeed Japan Studio. Though details about Itsuno’s upcoming game remain scarce, fans are buzzing with anticipation to witness the creative output of Itsuno following his departure from Capcom in August 2024.

1994 saw the recruitment of Itsuno by Capcom. He swiftly garnered recognition within the company, working as a game planner on titles such as Street Fighter Alpha and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure during his initial years with the gaming titan. However, Itsuno truly rose to fame for his work on the Devil May Cry series, directing four games in this franchise, along with both Dragon’s Dogma installments. After spending more than three decades at Capcom, Itsuno parted ways with the company in 2024, assuring his fans that he would continue creating games. Several months after his exit, the creator is now hinting at what he is working on, although specifics are still scarce.

In a fresh tweet, Itsuno shared a greeting for his followers marking the beginning of the new year. He hinted at an ongoing endeavor, stating, “We’ve already begun work on something new.” Assuring everyone that news about this secret project will be revealed quickly, he added. Back in November 2024, it was disclosed that Itsuno would head LightSpeed Japan Studio, a fresh division of Tencent’s LightSpeed Studio focusing on the production of original top-tier action games. This upcoming title from the studio will serve as their debut release, and Itsuno further mentioned that they are actively seeking additional developers to help breathe life into this new project.

Hideaki Itsuno Promises to Announce New Game “As Soon As Possible”

As a long-time fan of Capcom games, particularly those directed by Itsuno, I am thrilled to hear that he’s working on something new! His work on Dragon’s Dogma 2 has been nothing short of impressive, and its success with over three million copies sold globally within two months speaks volumes about its quality. The possibility of a multiplayer mode and DLC for the game, as suggested by datamines, adds to my excitement.

However, I must admit that I’m also intrigued by Itsuno’s decision to venture outside Capcom after three decades. While I have no doubt in his abilities, it’ll be fascinating to see how he tackles a new IP and adapts to the challenges of a different development environment. Regardless, I’m confident that whatever Itsuno creates will be worth the wait!

Details about Itsuno’s upcoming game are still under wraps, but Capcom has announced several exciting titles set to launch in the near future. One of the most eagerly awaited games of 2025 is Monster Hunter Wilds, which attracted over 460,000 players during its October 2024 beta on Steam. Additionally, Capcom will roll out Capcom Fighting Collection 2 and Onimusha: Way of the Sword at some point in 2025, although specific release dates for these games have yet to be announced.

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2025-01-02 17:41