It is a known fact that Castlevania stands as one of the visually stunning vampire series produced by Netflix. From its themes to its characters, it made a mark in the gothic genre. But what carried it wasn’t simply the animation and storytelling but a move that eventually worked in its favor.
What followed was Cyberpunk: Edgerunners following in the Netflix series’ footsteps, which ultimately proved beneficial for its viewership. As the finest anime in the cyberpunk genre, it is indeed a visual treat, and Studio Trigger went the extra mile to ensure its masterpiece status.
Castlevania’s creative freedom spotlights its breakthrough
Castlevania isn’t merely an award-winning animated series but a revolutionary adaptation of the video game of the same name. Its storyline, characters, and animation serve as the perfect hook for viewers and gamers. And though it is loosely based on the game, it perfected the trope of reimagination.
Vampires and Dhampirs are a common phenomenon, yet the Netflix series breaks away from cliches through its rewriting of characters. With Dracula’s vulnerability and Alucard’s duality, the series is a complex blend of depth and detailed storytelling.
This applies to other characters, including Sypha, Trevor, and Lenore. The voice cast took it to a whole new level with their acting brilliance, and while it is remarkable in most aspects, it was a tedious task nonetheless. In times of Covid, the producers took a major step that ensured the series’ success.
On X, fans responded to the online process, as revealed by the key animator Shannon Tindle.
I want to second this. Castlevania has been fully remote since midway through season 4. That didn’t change for Nocturne, and it’s gone swimmingly. https://t.co/mg7klr78u5
— Adam Deats 🌕 (@AdamDeats) February 19, 2025
I wish more people understood some artists do their best work in a dark room, undisturbed, in their pyjamas.
— Sheena Duquette (@sheenaduquette) February 19, 2025
The work you & the entire crew put into every episode is incredible 🦇
From the opening, to calm, dramat, and action sequences, to a fireside chat, or the baddies at a party. Every scene moved, flowed, and told the story— kadosho (@kadosho) February 19, 2025
No way that’s super cool
— Jnoirmusic (@jnoirmusic) February 20, 2025
I respect it
— Buckaroo Vito (@Vit0Roo) February 19, 2025
Interestingly, this is something that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners followed as well, which makes it a noteworthy series. On all fronts, the series remains a visually stunning masterpiece in the cyberpunk genre.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is a visually stunning masterpiece
Like Castlevania, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime is fashioned on the video game by CD Projekt Red. And it would be a gross understatement to say that the series is captivating, especially when it comes to its splendid animation. The color schemes and character designs are imbued with a yesteryear vibe.
Studio Trigger has a commendable and diverse roster of works, including Delicious in Dungeon, Kill la Kill, and Promare. The series, however, seems a huge win for the studio in terms of its authenticity and accuracy, as pointed out by several fans. However, it had its fair share of setbacks as well.
Like Powerhouse Studio, the cyberpunk anime faced challenges during the COVID period, as revealed by Bartosz Sztybor. The CD Projekt Red director revealed the process behind animating the series, including online communications and video calls.
Although delays can be messy and frustrating, the team’s hard work and patience paid off. This is especially true for its ratings and reviews on both IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes. Fans have praised Studio Trigger as well as its writers for their incredible work.
To top it off, both Castlevania and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners are some of the finest anime produced by Netflix and deserve praise and recognition from fans.
Castlevania and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners are available for streaming on Netflix.
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