March 20, 2007

Devil May Cry 4 Goes Multi-Platform

Capcom has announced on their website that Devil May Cry 4 has gone multi-platform and will launch simultaneously on the PS3 and Xbox 360 with a PC version coming later. It looks like all the high profile 3rd party titles that for exclusive to Sony in the last cycle are now going multi-platform due to the Xbox 360 installed base. Sony couldn't afford to keep Grand Theft Auto IV exclusive for one year like in the previous cycle as the PS3 installedbased currently pales in comparison to the 360.

Capcom's "Devil May Cry 4" Goes Multiplatform! Mega-hit Title set for PLAYSTATION 3, Xbox 360 and PC!
Capcom Co., Ltd., a world-wide leader in the gaming industry, is proud to announce the development of "Devil May Cry 4" for the PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360™ and PC platforms.

"Devil May Cry" is a series of popular, stylish action games, with a cast of unforgettable characters. Since the release of the original "Devil May Cry" in 2001, the series has shipped 6,800,000 copies as of December 31st, 2006, proudly making it one of Capcom's flagship titles. The series appeal is not limited to games; an animated TV series to be broadcast on Japan's WOWOW network is slated to air Spring 2007. The latest iteration, "Devil May Cry 4" will take advantage of each platform's hardware strengthstoachievethemost stunning visuals in the series to date, and the introduction of a mysterious new protagonist will keep the action fast and fresh. Even before its release, "Devil May Cry 4" has been met with tremendous anticipation, as fans patiently endured long lines at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2006 for the chance to play the demo. "Devil May Cry 4" will be released simultaneously for the PLAYSTATION®3 and Xbox 360™ platforms. [Thanks Arogan for the tip]