Netflix has listened to fans and is already preparing major changes for the second season of the Devil May Cry anime , and fans can expect something very different. As revealed by Adi Shankar , the series' producer and also known for his work on Castlevania , the new batch of episodes will be "essentially a new series."
Vergil Takes Lead Role in Devil May Cry
Previously focused on Dante , the narrative will now focus more on Vergil , the protagonist's brother. As Shankar himself explained to Esquire , this change will allow him to explore new paths and expand the universe of the Capcom franchise. " The first season was just the gateway, but the second changes everything " he declared.
This overhaul isn't limited to the plot: the series' visual style and tone will also undergo significant changes. Thus, the production will seek a new identity to break away from the conventional anime mold.
New identity and high ambitions
Shankar says Devil May Cry draws inspiration from Western classics like X-Men , Batman: The Animated Series , and Gargoyles , attempting to revive the spirit of Saturday morning cartoons. However, he emphasizes that there's now creative freedom to take these ideas beyond what was possible on broadcast television. However, the producer doesn't hide his ambition: " I want to surpass Arcane " he said, referring to Riot Games' acclaimed Netflix series. "I want to show up with a water balloon in a tank war and win ," he joked.
Finally, the animation premiered on April 3, 2025 on the Netflix , animated by the MiR studio.
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Source: Esquire
