Exciting news for fans of the *Devil May Cry* anime series: Netflix has officially announced that the show will return for a second season. The announcement was made on X/Twitter with a captivating image and the enticing caption, "Let's dance. Devil May Cry is officially coming back for Season 2." While details about the upcoming season remain under wraps, the entire first season is currently available for Netflix subscribers to enjoy and understand the hype surrounding this thrilling series.
Let's dance. DEVIL MAY CRY is officially coming back for Season 2! pic.twitter.com/O6GabHCevd
— Netflix (@netflix) April 10, 2025
In our review of *Devil May Cry* Season 1, we highlighted both its strengths and weaknesses. We noted that the series, despite its flaws such as poor use of CG, subpar humor, and predictable characters, successfully delivers a fun video game adaptation. Crafted by Adi Shankar and Studio Mir, it serves as a wild homage to and critique of '00s Americana. The review praised the series for some of the year's best animation and an epic finale that sets the stage for an even more intense second season.
The confirmation of Season 2 should not come as a shock to fans, as series creator Adi Shankar has previously expressed his vision for a "multi-season arc." For those eager to delve deeper into the series' future, don't miss our exclusive interview with Shankar from IGN Fan Fest 2025, where he discusses the anime's goal of bringing the best elements of the *Devil May Cry* series to Netflix.
