Anime streamer Crunchyroll has announced the launch of a new manga app that will be added to the service later this year.
Although details are scarce lately, it is known that Crunchyroll Manga will be released as a premium add-on that will allow Crunchyroll subscribers (initially in the United States and Canada) to read virtual versions of the manga on iOS and Android devices.
“Crunchyroll Manga will be a premiere online manga app that carries catalogs from renowned publishers, offering fans unparalleled access to the visionary works that inspire the anime we love,” said Crunchyroll president Rahul Purini at the Sony Group Corporation’s press conference at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. “As we strengthen partnerships in this exciting new venture, we aim to add even more value to the Crunchyroll membership, complementing our vast anime library, Crunchyroll Game Vault, and extensive selection of products in the Crunchyroll Store.”
Full details of the publishers, series and creators involved have yet to be revealed, but Crunchyroll has promised that “new titles enjoyed across several major publishers” will be part of the app. It is also known that the versions will be published first. of all will be published in English, and several other languages are expected to be added to the service in the future.
“Research shows that about 70% of anime enthusiasts read virtual manga at least once a month, highlighting the immense demand for this medium,” Purini continued. “Crunchyroll Manga will only cater to this growing interest, but it will also fuel continued global growth. “popularity of anime and manga. “
This won’t be Crunchyroll’s first foray into manga, but rather a return to the market it quietly exited after canning its previous manga app roughly a year ago. The old app had a limited selection and clunky user interface, so here’s hoping the new version is a step up.
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