Here at Digital Tech Explorer, we closely follow trends shaping the digital landscape, and the “Netflix boost” is a fascinating intersection of streaming entertainment and the gaming market. It’s a predictable pattern: Netflix launches a compelling videogame adaptation, viewers get hooked, and sales or engagement for the related game franchise surge as people seek to immerse themselves further in that world. We observed this phenomenon dramatically when Henry Cavill’s portrayal of Geralt led to a 554% sales increase for The Witcher games. Similarly, Cyberpunk 2077 saw daily player counts jump after its anime adaptation aired. This effect isn’t exclusive to Netflix; the Fallout series on Amazon Prime Video recently quadrupled daily active players across the Fallout games.
Devil May Cry Catches the Wave
Now, the magic is happening again. Following the release of Netflix’s Devil May Cry animated series on April 3rd, the games are experiencing a significant resurgence. As tracked by Digital Tech Explorer, the Devil May Cry Franchise Pack surged into the top 10 best-selling items on Steam in the US, while Devil May Cry 5 individually ranked as the 12th best-selling Steam game globally at the time of writing.
Attractive discounts certainly amplify this trend. The Franchise Pack, bundling Devil May Cry 1 through 5 (excluding the 2013 DmC reboot, though that’s also discounted), is available at a substantial 71% off, offering the core series for just $20.
The renewed interest extends beyond just purchases. Data from SteamDB shows that Devil May Cry 5 hit a peak of over 13,000 concurrent players yesterday – its second-highest player count since its launch back in 2019. While concurrent player numbers offer a limited view for single-player titles, it clearly indicates a fresh wave of enthusiasm for Dante’s demon-hunting adventures.
As TechTalesLeo, witnessing these trends always sparks my curiosity. Devil May Cry represents a notable gap in my personal gaming history. Considering the high praise in many reviews, including Digital Tech Explorer’s past coverage, and how much I’ve enjoyed other Capcom action titles like Monster Hunter recently, diving into this series feels almost overdue for anyone passionate about influential game design.
Plus, I hear Dante uses his motorcycle as nunchucks. As a tech and gaming enthusiast, exploring that kind of creative mechanic sounds like a fantastic time.