The video game series “Devil May Cry” by Capcom, which started in 2001, has received its own series adaptation, which you can watch on Netflix since April 3, 2025. Fans had been waiting for 7 years since the announcement of the anime and are now excited about the adaptation.
What is the anime about? The anime is based on the eponymous Capcom video game series and was produced by Studio Mir. It follows the professional demon hunter Dante, who wants to take revenge for the death of his family. As a dark force threatens to open the gates of hell, he finds himself in the midst of a conflict between humans and demons and is responsible for the fate of both worlds – all with a proper dose of coolness and style.
You can stream the first season of the anime, consisting of eight episodes, on Netflix. So far, it seems to be well-received by both critics and fans.
On IMDb, the anime scores an 8/10, and on Rotten Tomatoes, it has a critics’ score of 98% and an audience score of 80%.
Here you can see the teaser of the anime Devil May Cry on Netflix:
Fans and newcomers comment on the series adaptation
What do the reviews say? On IMDb, some people share their opinions about the adaptation on Netflix:
- taru_massey (via IMDb): “There’s something magical about a world you once controlled with a gamepad coming to life in such vibrant, animated details. The animations are absolutely stunning, fluid, and full of character. The energy is relentless yet focused. The creators knew exactly what made the original game so special.”
- urikasei (via IMDb): “Some dialogues might be cheesy at times, but the animation itself is solid. I give the film an 8/10 on the scale of ‘Invincible’ to ‘Arcane’, as some CGI shots look strange. But the 2D fights look damn good.”
- sicar-08555 (via IMDb): “It is a triumph with style, heart, and respect for the franchise.”
What role does nostalgia play? What many reviews highlight is the effect of the franchise’s nostalgia and the tone of the early 2000s that the anime understands and employs effectively.
- zamanktz (via IMDb): “I am a die-hard fan of the original game series. I had no great expectations for the adaptation and watched it purely out of nostalgia, and I was not disappointed. Pure euphoria!”
- Twi12 (via IMDb): “The series is absolutely badass, with emotional moments and action sequences that shine with stunning animation and reach a whole new level with the sixth episode, perfectly matching the tone of the series that comes from the game and the culture of the early 2000s.”
Is there also criticism? However, there are indeed fans who feel that the core of the game was missed. In a post on Reddit, some points are mentioned that did not resonate well with some people: among other things, the adaptation of another important character and a narrative that tries to build sympathy towards the demons.
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