Did Dan Southworth, the distinguished voice actor of Vergil from Devil May Cry 3, just give fans a reason to get excited? During the 25th Anniversary panel of the Devil May Cry series at Power Morphicon in 2024, Southworth might have unknowingly sparked speculation about an upcoming remake that has fans on the edge of their seats.
In footage that recently gained attention, at around the 38-minute mark, a comment from Southworth caught everyone’s attention: “I recently wrapped up work on a video game about three to four weeks ago. They brought me on to voice a character—I’d rather not mention any titles to avoid spilling secrets, but they wanted my voice from 2004—’Can you deliver the younger Vergil voice?’. That was quite the challenge.” This one statement has set the rumor mill buzzing, with many fans pointing fingers at a remake of none other than Devil May Cry 3.
Southworth’s remarks align intriguingly with the timeline, as Devil May Cry 3, introducing Vergil as a voiced character, hit the market in 2005. This timing couldn’t be more aligned with his reference to the events of 2004, leading many to speculate that a remake is imminent.
Capcom’s recent string of successful remakes, including the Resident Evil series, presents a strong case for such speculation. The triumphs of remade classics like Resident Evil 2 (2019) and Resident Evil 3 (2020) not only highlight Capcom’s capability but also show their intent to breathe new life into cherished titles. Given this pattern, a remake of Devil May Cry 3 would be a strategic continuation, satisfying both long-time fans and capturing the interest of new players. The game has long been celebrated for its cutting-edge combat mechanics, eye-catching visuals, and the introduction of Vergil as a pivotal character.
If brought back to life, a reimagined Devil May Cry 3 would appeal to both the nostalgic audience and an entirely new demographic eager to experience this iconic action game redefined. It could also provide an improved version for PC players, addressing issues that plagued the original PC version release of Devil May Cry 3’s Special Edition.
So, could we be on the verge of witnessing the resurrection of Devil May Cry 3? Or might we see further expansions, such as a new game or enriched versions of older installments like DMC1, possibly with more depth to Vergil’s character? While we await official statements from Capcom, Southworth’s candidness, mixed with Capcom’s successful history with remakes, leaves the possibility both exciting and plausible.
Eager fans can only wait and hope, as the potential for this remake stirs both curiosity and enthusiasm in the gaming community.
