Crunchyroll Takes Aim at Manga After Conquering Anime Again
Jan 07, 2025 3:31 PMCrunchyroll, known for its dominance in the anime industry, has announced a new manga reading app called Crunchyroll Manga, set to launch later in 2025. This app will initially be available in English for users in the US and Canada, with plans for broader language support in the future. However, Crunchyroll faces skepticism as it previously discontinued a poorly received manga service just last month. The company will need to offer compelling content to compete against established platforms like Viz and Shonen Jump, which currently host popular manga titles.
Will Crunchyroll Manga app be worth it for readers?While the potential is there, past experiences with Crunchyroll's anime app raise questions about usability and content offerings, making it uncertain if the new manga app will successfully attract readers.
Crunchyroll has been a major player in the streaming anime market, often praised for its vast library and simulcast options. However, recent feedback highlights consistent user complaints about interface issues and limited features, leading to doubts about their ability to successfully branch into manga.
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N3rdo commented on: 2025-01-07 15:54:02
It’ll be interesting to see if Crunchyroll can turn things around with their new manga app after their last unsuccessful venture; the manga market is pretty competitive. They really need to deliver some standout titles to win over users who might be skeptical based on their anime app experiences.
Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-01-07 15:48:03
It's interesting to see Crunchyroll branch into the manga space, but they really need to nail the user experience this time around to win over readers. With established players like Viz and Shonen Jump in the mix, they'll have to bring some serious content heat to stand out
Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-01-07 15:42:03
It’s interesting to see Crunchyroll dip its toes into the manga scene, but they’ve really got to step up their game after that last service flop. Competing with heavyweights like Viz and Shonen Jump won’t be easy unless they deliver both great content and a smoother user experience
