Today, Netflix has released what seems to be the official release date for the much anticipated Devil May Cry anime. At long last, fans can mark their calendars, with the animated series arriving on April 3.
The news was shared via a thrilling new teaser on X (formerly Twitter), showcasing action-oriented shots backed by the energetic beats of Limp Bizkit. The anime was announced to be produced by Castlevania showrunner Adi Shankar and animated by the Legend of Korra studio, Studio Mir. With such a heavyweight team behind the project, expectations are immense.
A Long-Awaited Adaptation
Introduced in 2018, it has been a long time coming, and fans have been waiting for any news on the Devil May Cry anime. Now, after years of speculation, the eight episode first season of the series should finally revive Dante in a new format. The animation duties will be taken care of by the South Korean animation studio Studio Mir, who worked on The Legend of Korra and X-Men ’97, so expect lots of high-quality visuals and plenty of action.
What to Expect from the Story
Netflix has remained cagey with major story details, but it seems that the series will center on Dante, the beloved demon hunter, in a timeline that mimics the first three Devil May Cry games rather than the more recent Devil May Cry 5. But any direct links to the video game series are unconfirmed.
And if that’s not enough to get your juices flowing, Johnny Yong Bosch, who played Nero in the Devil May Cry videogames, will be voicing Dante in the fitment. All this has caused fans to speculate about what games might be nods or crossovers, game-related or otherwise, in the show.
A Franchise with a Rich History
The series’ last mainline entry, Devil May Cry 5, received rave reviews when it launched in 2019. It was a glorious comeback for the series after being dormant for a long period of time, and it showed that the stylish action gameplay and thick story still worked for players. Now with a new anime adaptation on the horizon, fans are hoping for something in the same vein that will cater to both kids who never had the original, as well as those that grew up with it.
Final Thoughts
With an inspired production team, a devoted fanbase, and the series’ memorable protagonist in the mix, the Devil May Cry anime is poised to be one of the year’s most vital releases. Save the date — Demon Scorn arrives on April 3, for an adventure as Dante hunts down demon’s like you’ve never seen before.
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