Netflix has given us an exciting glimpse of its upcoming animated series based on Devil May Cry, as they unveiled the opening credits for this anime adaptation crafted by Adi Shankar and Studio Mir. In a daring yet perfectly apt move, the series will kick off with Limp Bizkit’s “Rollin’,” a standout track from the nu metal giant’s 2000 album, Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water.
Both the original Devil May Cry and Limp Bizkit’s third album emerged from the creative stew of the early 2000s. While some die-hard fans may insist on incorporating the series’ original tunes, there’s no denying that “Rollin’” harks back to that era in a truly inspired way.
On social media, Shankar shared his thoughts on the musical direction, explaining that the series is set in a late ’90s/early 2000s PlayStation 2 world, intentionally avoiding contemporary settings. Shankar’s music choices are a nostalgic reflection of the world as it was then—both before and after 9/11. The series will feature a mix of hits from that time, alongside reimagined tracks from the DMC franchise by synthwave duo Power Glove. Fans might recognize Power Glove from their work on Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, which also served as a creative spark for Shankar’s Captain Laserhawk series.
Shankar also explained that each season of Devil May Cry would bring a unique flavor, echoing the distinct feel of each game installment. Expect different theme songs and title designs with every season. He teased fans by saying, “You are not prepared for this soundtrack.”
Alongside this teaser, Netflix announced that the series will start streaming on April 3. This news is a delight for fans, especially considering that the Devil May Cry series was previously penciled in for a 2024 release, so it’s great to have a solid date now.
Adi Shankar, known for Castlevania and Captain Laserhawk, serves as the executive producer and creator, with Alex Larsen, the talented writer behind Yasuke, penning the script. The series is set to run for eight episodes and will center on a younger Dante, drawing inspiration from the prequel Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening. Studio Mir, renowned for its work on The Legend of Korra, The Boondocks, Young Justice, and Harley Quinn, is handling the animation.
Netflix’s animated adaptation digs into Capcom’s iconic Devil May Cry action franchise, which has held our gaming attention for over 23 years, thanks to game designer Hideki Kamiya. Interestingly, Kamiya recently announced his return to the Okami franchise. Although it’s been over five years since we last saw a Devil May Cry game—with Devil May Cry 5 being the latest—we’re hopeful it won’t be the end.
