Netflix’s Devil May Cry Anime Brings Back the PS2 Era of the World

2025 seems poised to be a thrilling year for anime enthusiasts, and I can hardly contain my excitement over Adi Shankar’s highly anticipated adaptation of Devil May Cry! This animated rendition of the classic hack-and-slash franchise promises to deliver an adrenaline-fueled experience that will undoubtedly stand out in the Spring season’s lineup.

What truly piques my interest, though, is Adi Shankar’s recent tweets about his creative approach for this project. He’s making it clear that he intends to encapsulate all the 90s-2000s nostalgia we crave, which makes me even more eager to see how this adaptation unfolds.

Excitedly expressing my readiness to unveil the unique vision I have for the “Devil May Cry” world, I, Adi Shankar, recently shared on X (once Twitter) a sneak peek at what’s to come! The opening sequence of our show is nothing short of phenomenal, paired with the electrifying tune “Rollin'” by none other than Limp Bizkit. The setting for my series isn’t rooted in contemporary times; instead, it draws from my personal memories of the world, both before and after 9/11. This nostalgic backdrop is echoed in the music selection, which blends timeless hits from that era with iconic tracks from the “DMC” series (reinvented by @powergloveaudio). The soundtrack for this show will leave you stunned, and I dare say even anime isn’t prepared for it! The anticipation for diehard “Devil May Cry” fans is mounting as we gear up to share the official soundtrack with you all.

Adi Shankar’s Devil May Cry Anime Adaptation Is Guaranteed To Dominate 2025

The series has had ample time for development since it was initially announced for production in 2018 with an expected release date of 2025. A year ago, Netflix released a teaser for its adaptation during their Drop 01 livestream in 2023. In 2024, the production team started sharing updates about the production with fans by revealing that Johnny Yong Bosch, who portrays Nero in the games, would be playing Dante in the upcoming anime series consisting of eight episodes. As its release date on April 3 approaches, details about the first season’s plot remain somewhat secretive; however, given the extensive lore from the game series, there are numerous directions the writing team could explore.

From the outset and initial previews, it’s clear that the animation’s quality is outstanding and it’s carrying on the great tradition set by Devil May Cry. No more concerns about whether a game’s adaptation will be enjoyable – Netflix’s recent animated series based on popular video games have been exceptional, and Devil May Cry seems poised to join their top-tier collection.

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2025-02-01 06:39