Let's just take a step back from the arguing over the merits or lack thereof of Dante's new look, because I have a much larger concern regarding the upcoming Devil May Cry.  And that concern is:
 
Why in the seven hells is Capcom entrusting the game to Ninja Theory, of all developers?
 
I understand that Inafune has this grass-is-greener obsession with western developers, despite it not always paying off.  (See:  Bionic Commando.)  That being said, Ninja Theory has only one released game under their belt in Heavenly Sword.  Their second game, Enslaved, isn't even out yet.  Heavenly Sword was an okay game; I can't be the best judge of its quality over all because I lost interest in it roughly halfway through, but in the time I spent playing it, its over-reliance on Quick Time Events did it no favors.  The combat was decent, if unspectacular.  That being said, there have been far worse freshman efforts from upstart game developers.
 
But really, is that honestly enough of a track record for Capcom to turn to them and say, "Hey, we want you guys to make the next Devil May Cry" and actually have confidence in their abilities?  This is the same company that shut down Clover Studios for producing a series of high quality titles that sold for shit more due to bad marketing than for anything the studio itself could be blamed.  This is the same company that thought it would be a fantastic idea to create a Dead Rising game for the Wii by trying to shoehorn a Dead Rising-esque game into the Resident Evil 4 engine and hoping people would buy it.  Really, if there's anything that concerns me, it's that they handed the keys to DMC to a developer that's really only known for a single PS3 title and not much else.

Wow, I totally forgot there was that really poor Wii port of Dead Rising.  Ha!  
 
As for the new DMC -- err DmC -- hey, at least you can look forward to extremely realistic facial animations during cut scenes!  Ninja Theory got that stuff right.  
 

Also, I thought after Dark Void flopped, that Capcom said they're done with Western devs(?)

Because west is the best?

" Wow, I totally forgot there was that really poor Wii port of Dead Rising.  Ha!  
 
As for the new DMC -- err DmC -- hey, at least you can look forward to extremely realistic facial animations during cut scenes!  Ninja Theory got that stuff right.   Also, I thought after Dark Void flopped, that Capcom said they're done with Western devs(?) "

Yeah, after playing the Enslaved demo I'm very concerned for the well being of DMC. I'll wait to see some actual gameplay before I make any assumptions though.

" @schizogony said:

" Wow, I totally forgot there was that really poor Wii port of Dead Rising.  Ha!  
 
As for the new DMC -- err DmC -- hey, at least you can look forward to extremely realistic facial animations during cut scenes!  Ninja Theory got that stuff right.   Also, I thought after Dark Void flopped, that Capcom said they're done with Western devs(?) "

They are done with new IP in the west. "

I played Heavenly Sword and it was not bad. I don't see why people are freaking out about the gameplay (especially since we haven't seen any) .
 
What I'm concerned about is the art direction and character design because from what I saw of the teaser, It isn't the least bit original or "cool"

Hey man, Bionic Commando was TIGHT! 
 
But yeah, I like to assume that Capcom is involved in the making of the game.  I doubt they just handed it off and let Ninja Theory run wild.  If Dead Rising 2 is any indication, I think Capcom has figured out how to coach other devs into making the games they want.

" @schizogony: Or at least get the right people.  DR2 seems like it'll do well. "

" @SethPhotopoulos said:

" @schizogony: Or at least get the right people.  DR2 seems like it'll do well. "

Yeah, Blue Castle stuck closely to the formula of the original Dead Rising, something we must hope Ninja Theory does.  I don't want to see anymore Metroid Other M's happening.  Too much liberty taken by Team Ninja.  "

I assume it's the same with Nintendo giving Metroid, Star Fox and F-Zero, at least, to other developers last generation. The franchise was stale and what better way to rejuvenate it by giving it to a different developer, particularly one in the West and so with different sensibilites. It may not have worked for Bionic Commando but do you remember the marketing for that game, because I sure as shit don't. Devil May Cry already has the inbuilt fanbase so it's easier to take a risk with it and I can imagine them actually spending something on letting people know this game is out.

Simple: CAPCOM is run by a team of backward brained monkeys.

" @schizogony said:

" @SethPhotopoulos said:

" @schizogony: Or at least get the right people.  DR2 seems like it'll do well. "

Yeah, Blue Castle stuck closely to the formula of the original Dead Rising, something we must hope Ninja Theory does.  I don't want to see anymore Metroid Other M's happening.  Too much liberty taken by Team Ninja.  "

Actually, Other M was closely monitored by Nintendo and important aspects of the gameplay had to get their sign-off.  Also, for those that still aren't aware, Team Ninja had nothing to do with the game's story.  So no, they didn't let Team Ninja run wild with it.  Back on topic, yeah, Dead Rising 2 seems like it will do well, but the developer has also stuck very close to the blueprint that the original game set out.  Their goal wasn't to reboot the series, whether a reboot was really necessary or not.  They were tasked with making a direct sequel, and in doing so, they seem to have remained true to many aspects of the original game's design.  (Though I hope to god that there isn't an equivalent to Otis in it.) "

" @Hailinel said:

" @schizogony said:

" @SethPhotopoulos said:

" @schizogony: Or at least get the right people.  DR2 seems like it'll do well. "

Yeah, Blue Castle stuck closely to the formula of the original Dead Rising, something we must hope Ninja Theory does.  I don't want to see anymore Metroid Other M's happening.  Too much liberty taken by Team Ninja.  "

Actually, Other M was closely monitored by Nintendo and important aspects of the gameplay had to get their sign-off.  Also, for those that still aren't aware, Team Ninja had nothing to do with the game's story.  So no, they didn't let Team Ninja run wild with it.  Back on topic, yeah, Dead Rising 2 seems like it will do well, but the developer has also stuck very close to the blueprint that the original game set out.  Their goal wasn't to reboot the series, whether a reboot was really necessary or not.  They were tasked with making a direct sequel, and in doing so, they seem to have remained true to many aspects of the original game's design.  (Though I hope to god that there isn't an equivalent to Otis in it.) "

I'm not talking about Other M's story.  I don't give a crap about Metroid lore.  I'm talking about what Team Ninja did to ruin the gameplay.  The game is utter trash. "

" @schizogony said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @schizogony said:

" @SethPhotopoulos said:

" @schizogony: Or at least get the right people.  DR2 seems like it'll do well. "

Yeah, Blue Castle stuck closely to the formula of the original Dead Rising, something we must hope Ninja Theory does.  I don't want to see anymore Metroid Other M's happening.  Too much liberty taken by Team Ninja.  "

Actually, Other M was closely monitored by Nintendo and important aspects of the gameplay had to get their sign-off.  Also, for those that still aren't aware, Team Ninja had nothing to do with the game's story.  So no, they didn't let Team Ninja run wild with it.  Back on topic, yeah, Dead Rising 2 seems like it will do well, but the developer has also stuck very close to the blueprint that the original game set out.  Their goal wasn't to reboot the series, whether a reboot was really necessary or not.  They were tasked with making a direct sequel, and in doing so, they seem to have remained true to many aspects of the original game's design.  (Though I hope to god that there isn't an equivalent to Otis in it.) "

I'm not talking about Other M's story.  I don't give a crap about Metroid lore.  I'm talking about what Team Ninja did to ruin the gameplay.  The game is utter trash. "

As I said before, the gameplay was also monitored by Nintendo and had to be signed off on.  Also, I think the game is awesome.  Screw the haters. "

enslaved looks great tbh and i have confidence in the fact that capcom wouldn't let any western developer crap all over one of their best franchises, they must know something we don't

The new developer is definitely my main concern. 
 
Things a Devil May Cry should have: 

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC.

" I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC. "

" The new developer is definitely my main concern. 
 
Things a Devil May Cry should have: 

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

"

" @Icemael said:

" The new developer is definitely my main concern. 
 
Things a Devil May Cry should have: 

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

"

What depth did the previous game have? "

I would say yes, the bigger problem is that Ninja Theory is working on the game at all. And if they just used the same Dante, that's what people would be talking about. 

Litmus test for DmC: If Dante eats a pizza in a cutscene, it will be good.

" @Raven10 said:

" I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC. "

I have yet to play the demo, but the Quick Look for Enslaved didn't do much to sell me on the game.  It's certainly a very different game from Heavenly Sword, but at this point, it's hard to say what the full game is like, and I'm afraid of the possibility that players will be forced to constantly babysit their AI companion throughout the game. "

Ico wasn't good because of the escort. It was good despite the escort. Your companion was a helpless retard. That's your goto example of a good escort game? God help us.

" @Hailinel said:

" @Raven10 said:

" I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC. "

I have yet to play the demo, but the Quick Look for Enslaved didn't do much to sell me on the game.  It's certainly a very different game from Heavenly Sword, but at this point, it's hard to say what the full game is like, and I'm afraid of the possibility that players will be forced to constantly babysit their AI companion throughout the game. "

As opposed to Samus having her hands tied behind her back because the shiny mens say so?  It's funny how you openly support Other Muppet but attack this game without having played it. Ugh. "

" @SeriouslyNow said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @Raven10 said:

" I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC. "

I have yet to play the demo, but the Quick Look for Enslaved didn't do much to sell me on the game.  It's certainly a very different game from Heavenly Sword, but at this point, it's hard to say what the full game is like, and I'm afraid of the possibility that players will be forced to constantly babysit their AI companion throughout the game. "

As opposed to Samus having her hands tied behind her back because the shiny mens say so?  It's funny how you openly support Other Muppet but attack this game without having played it. Ugh. "

I merely said that I'm afraid of the possibility.  When have escort missions ever been entertaining?  Your comparison doesn't even work. "

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @Raven10 said:

" I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC. "

I have yet to play the demo, but the Quick Look for Enslaved didn't do much to sell me on the game.  It's certainly a very different game from Heavenly Sword, but at this point, it's hard to say what the full game is like, and I'm afraid of the possibility that players will be forced to constantly babysit their AI companion throughout the game. "

As opposed to Samus having her hands tied behind her back because the shiny mens say so?  It's funny how you openly support Other Muppet but attack this game without having played it. Ugh. "

I merely said that I'm afraid of the possibility.  When have escort missions ever been entertaining?  Your comparison doesn't even work. "

This game = DMC; the one you're whole OP is attacking, not Enslaved : Journey to the West.  My comparison works fine if manage to keep up or stop pretending to be dumb. "

" @HandsomeDead said:

" @Icemael said:

" The new developer is definitely my main concern. 
 
Things a Devil May Cry should have: 

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

"

What depth did the previous game have? "

Nero wasn't too bad and the story was fine (not that many care about a story in a DMC game. By fine I mean.. I understood, didn't really care, let me beat on some people.) ....okay not much deph..XD.. kinda 'save the 'princess' ' deal..XP "

" @SeriouslyNow said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @Raven10 said:

" I agree. Ninja Theory's strengths are in art and story. Their weakness is in gameplay. So what Dante looks different? Heavenly Sword was beautiful, the demo of Enslaved was beautiful, I have no doubt that that the art in DMC will be fine. The gameplay is what worries me. I wasn't a fan of Heavenly Sword from a gameplay perspective. Just wasn't that enjoyable to me. Enslaved didn't make a good first impression, but after playing the demo a couple times it has kind of grown on me. I want to play the full game before I judge it and make any claims about DMC. "

I have yet to play the demo, but the Quick Look for Enslaved didn't do much to sell me on the game.  It's certainly a very different game from Heavenly Sword, but at this point, it's hard to say what the full game is like, and I'm afraid of the possibility that players will be forced to constantly babysit their AI companion throughout the game. "

As opposed to Samus having her hands tied behind her back because the shiny mens say so?  It's funny how you openly support Other Muppet but attack this game without having played it. Ugh. "

I merely said that I'm afraid of the possibility.  When have escort missions ever been entertaining?  Your comparison doesn't even work. "

This game = DMC; the one you're whole OP is attacking, not Enslaved : Journey to the West.  My comparison works fine if manage to keep up or stop pretending to be dumb. "

Then perhaps you shouldn't have responded to a comment in which I was talking about Enslaved.  It tends to help if you respond to a comment that's relevant to the point you're making. "

I would have to agree. Especially after watching the QL of Enslaved...

" @SeriouslyNow:   My, aren't we snippy today. "

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow:   My, aren't we snippy today. "

Not at all, I'm just pointing out that you rabidly defend Other M, a game which has been released and has valid criticisms which you make excuses for, while openly attacking this game, which hasn't been released using criticisms which are irrational and smack of rabid fanboy complacency.  Irony defined.  "

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow:   My, aren't we snippy today. "

Not at all, I'm just pointing out that you rabidly defend Other M, a game which has been released and has valid criticisms which you make excuses for, while openly attacking this game, which hasn't been released using criticisms which are irrational and smack of rabid fanboy complacency.  Irony defined.  "

" @SeriouslyNow said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow:   My, aren't we snippy today. "

Not at all, I'm just pointing out that you rabidly defend Other M, a game which has been released and has valid criticisms which you make excuses for, while openly attacking this game, which hasn't been released using criticisms which are irrational and smack of rabid fanboy complacency.  Irony defined.  "

Uh, no.  I'm pointing out that the main concern of Devil May Cry shouldn't be Dante's look, but that the keys to DMC were handed over to a development studio with one game released and one that's still a month or so from release.  That is not a long track record, and certainly nothing that proves Ninja Theory's ability to develop a good Devil May Cry game.  If I went the rabid fanboy route, I'd be right there with the others screeching like a banshee about how Dante looks like a Twlight vampire on Ecstasy after a Clash concert, or something. "

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow said:

" @Hailinel said:

" @SeriouslyNow:   My, aren't we snippy today. "

Not at all, I'm just pointing out that you rabidly defend Other M, a game which has been released and has valid criticisms which you make excuses for, while openly attacking this game, which hasn't been released using criticisms which are irrational and smack of rabid fanboy complacency.  Irony defined.  "

Uh, no.  I'm pointing out that the main concern of Devil May Cry shouldn't be Dante's look, but that the keys to DMC were handed over to a development studio with one game released and one that's still a month or so from release.  That is not a long track record, and certainly nothing that proves Ninja Theory's ability to develop a good Devil May Cry game.  If I went the rabid fanboy route, I'd be right there with the others screeching like a banshee about how Dante looks like a Twlight vampire on Ecstasy after a Clash concert, or something. "

Isn't the point to review games once they're made instead of postulating on what may be?  Team Ninja are an award winning Japanese studio and they managed to mangle Metroid quite furiously, all excuses regardless.  Your defense of one game precludes your right to complain about another, especially when the issues you raise are not based in fact, but rather are just a method to voice your displeasure based on a concept of protectiveness which you obviously do not apply across the board.  It seems in your view it's OK for Team Ninja to fuck up on Metroid Other M because it wasn't their fault but rather Nintendo's or the other dudes (uhuh) but it's not OK for Capcom to try something new with DMC with a studio whose performance is yet to be conclusively proved one way or another.  Please, I want you to rationally explain the disconnect. "

" @Icemael said:

" The new developer is definitely my main concern. 
 
Things a Devil May Cry should have: 

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

"

What depth did the previous game have? "

" @HandsomeDead said:

" @Icemael said:

" The new developer is definitely my main concern. 
 
Things a Devil May Cry should have: 

1. Responsive, razor-sharp controls.
2. Smooth framerate.
3. Depth.

"

What depth did the previous game have? "

Watch this:

  And that's Nero. Dante has three times as many weapons and four different fighting styles. "

Ninja Theory is qualified to make a God of War iphone game.

I have the same concerns, mostly because the combat in Heavenly Sword never looked all that appealing. Plus, with all the creepy photoshops online mocking the game, I can't unsee this! 
 

Heavenly Sword impressed me on an aesthetic level, but I found everything else lacking including gameplay.  DMC as a series always got me hooked with the tight combo-centric action gameplay. 
 
Ninja Theory has yet to prove that they can pull off the gameplay needed for me to even give the new DMC the time of day.