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For example, late last month, Tencent purchased a 20% stake in Marvelous Entertainment for approximately 65 million dollars, making it a major shareholder. It has also previously invested in Platinum Games, known for titles like Bayonetta and Nier. These are strategic moves aimed at gaining a foothold in Japan’s lucrative anime market, from which Tencent hopes to produce multimedia franchises akin to the Marvel Universe, transforming popular anime and manga characters into globally recognized brands.