Ethan Crossfield 
Capcom has updated its latest “Consumer Sales Volume” figures, and one surprise stands out: Devil May Cry 5 just recorded its best-ever financial year, selling 2.7 million copies. The update, coming ahead of a major shareholder meeting, matters because it reframes how well Capcom’s older action catalog is still performing—long after launch.
What happened: Capcom’s updated sales show DMC5’s peak year
Capcom confirmed that Devil May Cry 5 sold 2.7 million copies in the financial year ending March 2026. That makes this most recent year the game’s strongest period in terms of commercial performance, beating its launch-year sales by roughly 600,000 units. The company’s updated sales graph also shows that Devil May Cry 5 previously hit its annual peak of 2.1 million twice—during its launch year and again in the financial year ending March 2023.
Released in 2019, Devil May Cry 5 follows three playable characters: Dante, Nero, and newcomer V. Capcom’s latest figures reinforce that the game’s momentum has endured, with the updated chart placing its total sales since launch at around 12.9 million copies.
Why it matters: Capcom’s broader franchise numbers stay red-hot
Devil May Cry 5 isn’t the only franchise benefiting from Capcom’s refreshed reporting. The same “Consumer Sales Volume” update highlights an especially strong year for Resident Evil.
Resident Evil Requiem is confirmed to have sold 6.9 million units, despite being on sale for only about a month before the end of the financial year. Beyond that headline, multiple Resident Evil entries also posted their best financial-year totals since launch. Resident Evil 7 sold 2.6 million units—its highest annual figure since the game launched in 2017. Resident Evil 2 reached 2.9 million, Resident Evil 3 hit 3.4 million, Resident Evil Village recorded 3.6 million, and Resident Evil 4 also sold 3.6 million in the financial year ending March 2026. In other words, Capcom’s update suggests a rare overlap of long-tail strength across both newer and classic survival horror releases.
What to watch next: Switch 2 timing could extend DMC5’s surge
With Devil May Cry 5’s best sales year already on record, the immediate question is whether upcoming releases can push the trend further. During the most recent Nintendo Direct, Capcom announced Devil May Cry 5 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23.
While any Switch 2 sales won’t retroactively change the already-reported 2.7 million total from the financial year ending March 2026, the timing could set up another strong sales stretch. The source also notes that the physical Switch 2 version is scheduled for August 28, which may further support sales once the format lands in players’ hands.
Practical takeaways for fans and esports viewers
- Expect more attention on older Capcom action titles: DMC5’s numbers show long-term commercial staying power, not just launch hype.
- If you missed Devil May Cry 5, the Switch 2 release window is a clear reason to re-check the game’s availability and audience growth.
- Resident Evil’s updated financial-year peaks suggest Capcom’s survival horror lineup remains a consistent sales driver, which can influence future marketing priorities.
- Capcom’s sales graphs are updated around shareholder milestones—watch for future revisions that could shift how “best year” claims are evaluated.
Expert View
Capcom’s latest figures underline a simple truth: strong single-player franchises don’t just “age out” when the initial wave fades. Devil May Cry 5 hitting a new annual high years after release is a reminder that consistent visibility—through ports, platform expansion, and ongoing audience interest—can convert past hits into repeat sales drivers. For players, that means more reasons to jump back in; for Capcom, it’s a signal that investing in accessibility across platforms can meaningfully extend the commercial life of its catalog.
