sadly, I don't think the anime stood up to the game very well.
The main character Dante, i thought was brillant and was easily the awesome focus point of the anime just like the game. Although if the anime really wanted to be classed on the same level of the game it probably should have been longer, included a more daring and exciting story line and brought foreward a villain that outlines Dante and shapes the anime.
Despite that, it had brilliant humor and fantastic little details. For example, they included Dantes pizza and Ice cream addiction, and created a wonderful charcter by the name of patty. A fun and demanding little girl who makes a strange bond with the main character.
I think it would help with playing the games first and then watching the anime, otherwise i don't think you'll truly grasp the art and exquisive ways of this series.
