Exciting news for fans of the Devil May Cry series: the much-anticipated anime adaptation has finally secured a release date on Netflix. Mark your calendars for April 3, when you can dive into this thrilling new series. The announcement came with a teaser on X, featuring the iconic sounds of Limp Bizkit, perfectly setting the tone for what's to come.
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First announced back in 2018, this eight-episode first season is a collaboration between Adi Shankar, the showrunner behind the acclaimed Castlevania series, and Studio Mir, renowned for their work on The Legend of Korra and X-Men '97. While specific plot details remain a mystery, the series seems to focus on Dante from the era of the first three Devil May Cry games, rather than the later Devil May Cry 5. However, any direct connections to the games are yet to be confirmed. Fans will be thrilled to know that Johnny Yong Bosch, who voices Nero in the video games, will lend his voice to Dante in this anime.
The last entry in the Devil May Cry video game series, Devil May Cry 5, was released in 2019 and marked a triumphant return for the franchise following a hiatus since DmC: Devil May Cry in 2013. As a standout action game, it's highly recommended for players, especially if you've been enjoying titles like Ninja Gaiden Black 2 recently. For a deeper dive into what makes Devil May Cry 5 exceptional, be sure to check out our comprehensive review.
