The Case Against Overemphasis on Adaptations in Manga and Anime Publishing Manga and anime publishing have long been dominated by adaptations of popular properties from other media forms, such as light novels, video games, and Western comics.
While adaptations can be a great way to attract new readers and viewers, the overreliance on them has led to a homogenization of genres and styles in manga and anime publishing.
The Dangers of Homogenization The impact of this trend is felt throughout the industry.