Many fans of the Naruto anime series have long been vocal about one particular problem that has plagued Boruto: Next Generations since its launch: the sheer number of additional episodes. This is a direct result of the anime airing year-round, but the new studio Boruto is in charge of, Pierrot, may just bring about the change the show needs to survive and even thrive.

According to a recent interview with Comic Natalie via Screen Rant, Studio Pierrot may change the release format for Boruto: Next Generations once it returns from hiatus. Despite the number of additional episodes that have been released so far, the Naruto sequel is still loved by many, who have been eagerly awaiting its return since the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga launched. onion.

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Bleach and Demon Slayer have greatly influenced the way Anime is produced and released

Pierrot, possibly inspired by animation studio Ufotable's success with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba or their own Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, is considering switching Boruto from an annual anime to a seasonal anime. With Demon Slayer, success is evident, as it has been able to maintain a strong and dedicated fan base while only releasing a new installment every few months — as well as having released three movies — with the fourth part on it. road. Demon Slayer is especially loved by fans thanks to its vivid animation and thrilling action scenes.

Meanwhile, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is that series' triumphant return to the screen after a 10-year hiatus. Fans immediately noted that the quality of the animation is impeccable, as is the story, key battle scenes and more. This has led many to believe that the seasonal approach could be the future of anime, as it allows studios to properly allocate time, budget, and artists to carefully create new episodes. , instead of being forced to create additional lengths while waiting for more comic chapters. to adapt. Other anime such as Blue Lock also take a similar approach.

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Studio CEO Pierrot thinks that Demon Slayer is changing the state of the Anime industry

Pierrot president Michiyuki Honma recently said of the Demon Slayer effect: “I think Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a huge turning point for the anime industry. It is a high-quality piece of work that took a lot of time and a generous investment.” budget to make and it was a huge hit when it aired, attracting people of many different ages. I watched it Before and after Demon Slayer was announced, I really felt like we had to change the way we made things. , other studios are also releasing high-quality works on a similar scale, and in Japan there is an environment where these works can be seen on commercial television.” This will be a major change for the anime industry, as shows like Boruto and Black Clover have long been the dominant archetypes in production and distribution. However, strikes and other problems at the animation studio may indicate that it is indeed time for a new structure.

Fans are anxiously awaiting the next chapter in Boruto Uzumaki's story, and the anime adaptation of the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga may be able to fix the perceived mistakes of its predecessor.

Boruto

Uzumaki Naruto's son, Boruto, followed in his father's footsteps along with his friends to become great ninjas. Throughout their adventure, Boruto is determined to make his mark in the ninja world and live outside of his father's shadow.

Release date April 5, 2017

Cast Amanda Céline Miller, Robbie Daymond, Maile Flanagan, Todd Haberkorn, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Cherami Leigh, Max Mittelman, Melissa Fahn, Stephanie Sheh, Billy Kametz

Seasons 26

Studio Pierrot

Franchising Naruto

Creator Masashi Kishimoto

Writer Masashi Kishimoto

Episodes 297 Streaming service(s). Hulu, Crunchyroll, Amazon Prime Video

Source: Comic Natalie via Screen Rant