Capcom's Future Plans: Sequels, Remakes, and More for Beloved Franchises
Capcom recently released its financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026, marking 11 consecutive years of profit growth. The company's success was fueled by strong game sales, especially Resident Evil Requiem. In its report, Capcom outlined strategies to not only strengthen its top-tier brands like Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter, but also to elevate other franchises. The company explicitly listed several series it plans to develop further through sequels, remakes, and ports. Below, we break down the key questions about these exciting prospects.
What franchises did Capcom highlight for future sequels, remakes, and ports?
Capcom's financial report featured a slide titled "Ongoing Maximization of IP Value," which listed eight series as opportunities for growth: Mega Man, Devil May Cry, Dead Rising, Onimusha, Ace Attorney, Dragon's Dogma, and Okami. Many of these already have announced projects—for instance, Onimusha: Way of the Sword is due later this year, Mega Man: Dual Override was revealed at The Game Awards, and an Okami sequel was confirmed in 2024. However, seeing the other brands on the list reaffirms Capcom's intent to invest in them, echoing a statement from COO Haruhiro Tsujimoto about growing these into core IPs.
What is Capcom's 'flywheel' business model, and how does it work?
Capcom describes its strategy as a "flywheel-driven business model for continuous IP value expansion." In simpler terms, it means the company develops and sells high-quality games, which then enables secondary offerings like anime, licensed arcade games, and merchandise. These additional products expand the fanbase, which in turn drives more game sales. This approach has clearly paid off: Capcom's three best-selling brands—Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter—have accumulated nearly 400 million units in cumulative sales. The company now aims to apply this same flywheel effect to its other franchises, elevating them to similar levels of success.
Why is Capcom focusing on 'nurturing brands to be the next engine of growth'?
Capcom's financial results show that its top three franchises drive the vast majority of sales. To reduce dependency on a few titles and ensure long-term stability, the company wants to strengthen its other series. The slide titled "Nurturing Brands to Be the Next Engine of Growth" explicitly lists Mega Man, Devil May Cry, Dead Rising, Onimusha, Ace Attorney, Dragon's Dogma, and Okami as candidates for sequels, remakes, and ports. By investing in these properties, Capcom hopes to create new revenue streams and build fan loyalty across a wider portfolio, mirroring the success of its established heavyweights.
Which of these franchises already have confirmed projects?
Some of the listed series already have announced titles. Onimusha is getting Onimusha: Way of the Sword later this year. Mega Man has Mega Man: Dual Override, the first mainline entry since 2018, revealed at The Game Awards. An Okami sequel was confirmed in 2024. These projects signal that Capcom is actively working on reviving these brands. For Devil May Cry, Dead Rising, Ace Attorney, and Dragon's Dogma, however, no specific new games have been officially announced yet, but their inclusion on the list suggests they are under consideration for future development.
What does this mean for fans of Ace Attorney and Dragon's Dogma?
For long-time fans of Ace Attorney, this news is both exciting and nerve-wracking. The series has seen remasters and collections but no new original game in years. Capcom's mention of it as a candidate for sequels, remakes, and ports could finally lead to a fresh entry. Meanwhile, Dragon's Dogma fans—especially after the release of Dragon's Dogma 2—are eager for more content. Seeing it on the same list as other revived IPs gives hope for additional expansions or a sequel. However, as the original article notes, this could also be the beginning of another heartbreak if nothing materializes. For now, it's a positive sign that Capcom is at least thinking about these beloved properties.
How does Capcom's strategy compare to its previous approaches?
Capcom has historically focused on its biggest hits, but the company now explicitly aims to "elevate its other series so they can deliver similar results." This marks a shift from reactive development—where sequels were greenlit based on past success—to a proactive flywheel model that builds brand ecosystems. Earlier statements by COO Haruhiro Tsujimoto in December 2025 already hinted at this strategy, and the financial report solidifies it. By treating each IP as a potential long-term investment, Capcom hopes to replicate the longevity of Resident Evil and Monster Hunter, which have thrived through continuous releases, remakes, and cross-media expansion.
What are the chances of seeing a new Dead Rising or Devil May Cry game?
While Capcom hasn't officially announced new entries for Dead Rising or Devil May Cry, their inclusion on the growth list suggests they are under active consideration. Dead Rising saw a remastered collection released in 2023, but a full sequel has been dormant since 2013's Dead Rising 3. Devil May Cry last had a mainline title with Devil May Cry 5 in 2019, which was both a critical and commercial success. Given Capcom's current focus on reviving older IPs—like Onimusha and Okami—these two series could be next in line. The company's track record with remakes and sequels, such as Resident Evil 2 and Monster Hunter World, demonstrates that it knows how to modernize classic franchises while respecting their roots.
How does this financial report reflect Capcom's overall health?
Capcom's fiscal year ending March 2026 saw its 11th consecutive year of operating profit growth over 10%, driven by strong game sales—especially Resident Evil Requiem. The company's cumulative sales for its top three brands alone exceed 400 million units. This financial stability gives Capcom the confidence to invest in riskier revivals and new projects. The report's emphasis on "continuous IP value expansion" and listing potential growth franchises shows that Capcom is not resting on its laurels. Instead, it's strategically expanding its portfolio to ensure long-term success beyond its current blockbusters.