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Moreover, the sale of Crunchyroll—once a cornerstone of anime distribution and original content—by Sony to newer owners has shaken up the streaming landscape. Warner Brothers' decision to bypass Crunchyroll and create their own anime signals a strategic move to control content creation and distribution directly, rather than relying on external platforms.
Possible Consequences and Market Dynamics
Given the influx of Western-produced anime, several outcomes are possible:
- Quality improvements: With seasoned professionals like DeMarco at the helm, some Western anime could meet or even surpass Japanese standards.