Fans of the iconic action series have something thrilling to look forward to: Netflix's Devil May Cry anime has finally secured a release date, set to premiere on the streaming platform on April 3. This much-anticipated series, helmed by Castlevania's showrunner Adi Shankar and brought to life by the acclaimed Studio Mir, known for their work on The Legend of Korra and X-Men '97, teased fans with a new trailer on X, set to the fitting tunes of Limp Bizkit.
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First announced back in 2018, the Devil May Cry anime is set to kick off with an eight-episode first season. While the plot remains shrouded in mystery, it seems the series will focus on the beloved character Dante, drawing from the era of the first three games rather than the more recent Devil May Cry 5. Johnny Yong Bosch, who voices Nero in the video games, will lend his voice to Dante in this new adaptation. Specific connections to the games, however, remain unconfirmed.
The latest entry in the video game series, Devil May Cry 5, hit the shelves in 2019 and marked a triumphant return for the franchise after a period of dormancy following the 2013 release of DmC: Devil May Cry. As an action-packed game, it stands out as one of the finest in its genre, especially if you're a fan of titles like Ninja Gaiden Black 2. For a deeper dive into the game, don't miss our comprehensive Devil May Cry 5 review.