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Many fans and critics feel the franchise's decline is rooted in its inability to adapt or innovate, with some pointing out that even when Tron Legacy aged well visually, its reliance on digital effects created an uncanny valley effect, particularly with Jeff Bridges' CGI portrayal. Moreover, recent attempts to reimagine the franchise, such as shifting focus away from core themes like Flynn's family legacy and introducing diverse characters, are seen as lazy compromises that betray the franchise’s original allure.