Devil May Cry S2 to Be Radically Different: Shankar

Whether Netflix's animated Devil May Cry series resonated with you or not, creator Adi Shankar confirms Season 2 will deliver a radically different experience compared to Season 1 - offering critics another chance to reevaluate.

"Season 2 evolves into something entirely distinct," the Dredd producer tweeted on June 23 in response to fan curiosity. "Dante undergoes significant growth - honing his abilities while embodying more of the legendary prowess gamers anticipate. But true storytelling demands more than constant victories. What defines Dante isn't invincibility, but his relentless progression through adversity."

Despite these assurances, Capcom franchise enthusiasts voiced dissatisfaction with adaptation choices throughout the thread. One critic pinpointed core frustrations regarding character development.

Season 2 is a vvvvveryyyyy different show.

Yes, Dante levels up. His skills improve and you’ll see him embrace more of the iconic badassery fans of the game expect.

That said, I'm still telling a story, and great characters don’t just win — they grow.

What makes Dante… https://t.co/M20Ewp4Bu3

— Adi Shankar (@adishankarbrand) June 23, 2025

"Growth execution matters more than growth itself," countered a Twitter user. "Fans aren't protesting Dante's gradual progression but rather misinterpretations of his core journey - and Lady's arc suffers similarly."

This creative divergence stems from Shankar's conscious decision to establish an alternate universe rather than adhere strictly to established canon.

"Every IP demands unique handling," Shankar explained regarding video game adaptations. "Devil May Cry's multifaceted existing lore across media dictated our approach - constructing a fresh continuity liberated us to capture the essence while bypassing established timeline constraints."

While Season 2 remains undated, Netflix greenlit production last April following Season 1's performance.

IGN's Season 1 review scored 8/10, praising it as "a entertaining, if formulaic, game adaptation featuring one of this year's strongest animated episodes."