Full Breakdown
Devil May Cry Season 2 Returns with Early-2000s Nu-Metal Soundtrack
5/6/2026, 8:54:01 PM
Season 2 Launch & Soundtrack Overview
Netflix’s animated Devil May Cry drops its second season on May 12. The 12-track soundtrack leans into early-2000s nu-metal and alt-rock, featuring new songs and remixes from Papa Roach, Korn, Evanescence, Avril Lavigne, Drowning Pool, Gunship and Power Glove. The full tracklist was released on May 5, confirming a blend of fresh material and reimagined hits.
Background & Key Players
The series adapts Capcom’s Devil May Cry games; its first season used Limp Bizkit’s “Rollin’” and Papa Roach’s “Last Resort.” Showrunner Adi Shankar, working with Netflix and Capcom, leads the project. Shankar said he is honoured to be entrusted by Netflix and Capcom to shepherd the franchise. Voice cast includes Johnny Yong Bosch (Dante), Robbie Daymond (Vergil) and Scout Taylor-Compton (Lady).
Tracklist Highlights
The 12-track list includes Papa Roach’s “See U in Hell” (ft. Hanumankind), Korn’s “Freak On A Leash” (Power Glove remix), Evanescence’s “My Immortal” (Band version), Avril Lavigne’s “Sk8er Boi”, Drowning Pool’s “Bodies”, and four Power Glove-produced remixes. Power Glove also contributed original cues such as “Shall Never Surrender.”
Official Statements
Shankar says the music reflects his “late ’90s/early 2000s PS2 era” vision and that the soundtrack “reflects” his personal memory of that time. He calls season 2 “a very different show,” noting Dante’s abilities “level up” while the story emphasizes character growth. He also aims to out-perform Netflix’s hit animated series “Arcane.” He sees the series as a contender for Netflix’s top-rated animated titles.
Impact
The nostalgic track selection taps the early-2000s cultural memory that many fans associate with the game franchise, broadening appeal beyond gamers to listeners drawn by the era’s sound. High-profile artists generate cross-promotional buzz, potentially boosting viewership and positioning Devil May Cry alongside other music-driven Netflix hits. This strategy may attract both longtime fans and a new generation discovering the era’s music for the first time.
Verbatim Quotes
- “My universe is set in a late ’90s/early 2000s PS2 era of the world. It’s not set in modern times. It’s set in my memory of the world, pre- and post-9/11. My music choices reflect this.” — Adi Shankar, Showrunner
- “I’m honoured that Netflix and Capcom have entrusted me to shepherd the Devil May Cry franchise,” — Adi Shankar, Showrunner
- “Season 2 is a vvvvveryyyyy different show,” — Adi Shankar, Showrunner (Twitter)
- “I'm allergic to formula. I dislike when successful shows turn into comfort food. 'Devil May Cry' won't be TV that loops. My mission for Season 2 was to capture the feeling of a 2000s film franchise entry where the audience can't predict the next turn,” — Adi Shankar, Interview with Esquire
Upcoming Plans
Fans await confirmation of a third season, while the series’ music strategy suggests future installments will continue to blend new tracks with early-2000s remixes to maintain the nostalgic tone. No official renewal date has been announced.
