Sony's Acquisition Plans

In a bold move that could redefine the landscape of the anime and gaming industries, Sony has officially confirmed its intention to purchase KADOKAWA, a powerhouse publisher behind renowned franchises like Sword Art Online and Re:Zero. This follows Sony's previous acquisition of major anime streaming service Crunchyroll three years ago, further solidifying its grip in the anime sector.

According to Japanese outlet Bunshun, Sony has reached out to multiple parties involved in the takeover, revealing, “It is true that we have expressed an initial intention.