Netflix's Drop 01 event unveiled a plethora of new anime series, including the thrilling animated adaptation of Devil May Cry and shared fresh clips of previously announced shows like the highly anticipated Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. Additionally, Netflix is teaming up with video game publisher Ubisoft to bring audiences Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix, a spin-off of the popular video game Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon. Drawing inspiration from Ubisoft's extensive collection of games, this series, announced by Adi Shankar in 2021, is set to premiere in October 2023.
Dolph Laserhawk Looks Amazing In the Anime's Trailer
The trailer for
Dolph Laserhawk Looks Amazing In the Anime's Trailer
is absolutely stunning. This captivating story takes place in a corrupt and unjust dystopian city. After being betrayed by their lover, the main character, Dolph Laserhawk, finds themselves imprisoned in a high-security facility. Similar to the concept in DC's Suicide Squad, Dolph and the other prisoners have explosives implanted in their bodies and are forced to complete dangerous missions. The action-packed trailer does an impressive job of staying true to the source material. Fans can look forward to the premiere of Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix on October 19th, exclusively on Netflix.Ubisoft has unveiled the official synopsis for the series:
Set in an alternate 1992 within a country once known as the USA, the series takes place in a newly named technocracy called Eden. This nation is plagued by propaganda and corruption. Dolph Laserhawk, a super-soldier, finds himself betrayed by his former love and imprisoned in the formidable Supermaxx, the top security prison of Eden. To stay alive, Dolph must now rally a group of renegade outcasts and embark on perilous undercover missions. Premiering in the upcoming fall, this thrilling series promises a gripping narrative.
Adi Shankar, known for directing Castlevania and the recently announced Devil May Cry anime, serves as the producer and creator of this show. Collaborating with him is Mehdi Leffad, the art director from Arcane: League Of Legends. Nathaniel Curtis, a British actor, lends his voice to the character Dolph Laserhawk, while Mark Ebulue takes on the role of Marcus Holloway. Adi Shankar himself voices Niji Six, and Boris Hiestand portrays Alex. Drawing inspiration from games like Assassin's Creed and Rainbow Six Siege, this series, in collaboration with Ubisoft, combines elements from beloved games, appealing to a wide range of fandoms. This addition to Netflix's anime section promises a bright future, propelling the company to the forefront of the anime industry.
Captain Laserhawk: Dragon Blood will be available to stream on October 19 exclusively on Netflix.