Opening Credits for Netflix’s Devil May Cry Anime Unveiled, Featuring Limp Bizkit

On Thursday, Netflix unveiled a fresh glimpse of its highly anticipated animated series adaptation of Devil May Cry, crafted by Adi Shankar and animated by Studio Mir. They revealed the series’ opening credits, which set the stage with Limp Bizkit’s iconic track “Rollin’” from their 2000 album, Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water. This daring and somewhat unexpected pick seems to perfectly capture the spirit of the era in which the anime is set.

Sure, die-hard Devil May Cry fans might argue for the inclusion of the original game’s music instead, but you can’t deny that “Rollin’” is a spot-on choice, resonating well with those early 2000s vibes that both the game and the song inhabit.

Adi Shankar shed some light on this intriguing musical decision through a social media post. He pointed out that his vision for the DMC universe is planted firmly in the late ’90s and early 2000s, reminiscent of the PlayStation 2 period. It’s a throwback to a world he remembers before and immediately after 9/11, and the music strikes a chord with that specific moment in time. To bring this to life, the series features songs not just from the era, but also reimagined classics from the Devil May Cry franchise, all revamped by the synthwave duo Power Glove, who previously contributed to Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon and inspired Shankar’s Captain Laserhawk series.

Shankar shared that each season of Devil May Cry will offer a unique vibe, reflecting the distinctive feel of each game. This means fans can expect a new theme song and title design every season, warning viewers to brace themselves for an unforgettable soundtrack.

In addition to the exciting glimpse, Netflix confirmed that the series will begin streaming on April 3. Originally hinted at a 2024 release, it’s a relief for fans to finally mark their calendars with a solid date.

The series is presented in eight episodes, brought from concept to screen by executive producer Adi Shankar, known for Castlevania and Captain Laserhawk, with Alex Larsen of Yasuke fame penning the script. The anime dives into the story of a younger Dante, drawing inspiration from Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening, the 2005 franchise prequel. Studio Mir, celebrated for its work on The Legend of Korra, The Boondocks, Young Justice, and Harley Quinn, is the animation powerhouse behind the project.

Netflix’s adaptation leans on Capcom’s illustrious 23-year-old action franchise, originally conceived by game designer Hideki Kamiya, who recently signaled his comeback to the Okami franchise. It’s been over five years since Devil May Cry 5 graced our consoles, so this anime adaptation might just fill the void while we await another gaming installment.