Capcom has released updated sales figures for its major franchises, highlighting remarkable performance for Resident Evil and Devil May Cry 5. With titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, and Onimusha: Way Of The Sword, 2026 is shaping up to be a standout year for the publisher.
Resident Evil Dominates Sales
Resident Evil Requiem has become the fastest-selling game in the series' history, while the original IP Pragmata surpassed two million copies in just 16 days. However, Capcom's older titles also continue to perform strongly. Ahead of a shareholders meeting, the company updated its game sales data for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The Resident Evil franchise collectively sold 23 million copies over the past year, driven by:
- Resident Evil Requiem: 6.9 million
- Resident Evil 7: 2.6 million
- Resident Evil 2 remake: 2.9 million
- Resident Evil 3 remake: 3.4 million
- Resident Evil Village: 3.6 million
- Resident Evil 4 remake: 3.6 million
For context, the entire Silent Hill franchise has sold only 17.1 million copies in total, underscoring Resident Evil's dominance in the survival horror genre.
Devil May Cry 5 Achieves Record Sales
Devil May Cry 5, released in 2019, sold 2.7 million copies in the 2026 fiscal year—its best annual performance ever. In its launch year, it sold 2.1 million, a figure it matched again in 2023. Total sales now stand at 12.9 million. The sales spike is attributed to the Netflix animated series and strategic discounts. Additionally, a Switch 2 version of the game launches on June 23, potentially boosting sales further.
The enduring success of Devil May Cry 5 strongly suggests a sixth installment is inevitable. However, its delay may stem from the departure of longtime director Hideaki Itsuno in 2024, who helmed every mainline entry since Devil May Cry 2. Capcom has reportedly struggled to find a replacement. A new Devil May Cry could be announced in 2027 or at The Game Awards this December. Meanwhile, Capcom has Resident Evil Veronica, Mega Man: Dual Override, and Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance lined up for next year. Rumors also hint at a new Ace Attorney game and a successor to Ōkami, though the latter may be further off.
