This is a bit of a touchy subject from what I’ve gathered discussing with people in my own life and over the internet. Anime is a genre of Japanese animation that is stylized in a specific manner that defines the genre. It’s a very broad genre that can only be pinned down to this specific style and origin. I’m sure most people reading this knew that already but it’s important to understand how broad it is in order for me to make my point.
There is a huge social stigma involved with anime and those who watch it. As many fans can probably concur, there’s always that one person (if not many) who doesn’t understand the genre and demonizes it and its viewers. There are many anti-anime arguments out there but the two most prominent that I’ve come across are that a) it’s made for children and b) it’s made for “degenerates”.
The first argument is mainly based on the fact that anime is a style of animation, thus it is a Japanese cartoon. Many people, especially in the West, have a hard time recognizing that mature, meaningful, adult-oriented stories can be told in the realm of animation since they grew up with Saturday morning cartoons like Tom and Jerry and The Flintstones. However, there are incredibly deep and dark stories to be told in this medium. Series such as Cowboy Bebop get at mature issues like drug use, sexual identity, and PTSD. Even series made for kids like Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, and One Piece get at issues of discrimination, existential crises, and the loss of loved ones.
The second argument deals mainly with the group of people that only see anime as a sexual medium. There are a lot of hentai (pornographic anime) out there that are far too widespread and easy to access on the internet which forms the basis of this opinion. Clickbait YouTube videos like “Top 10 Anime You Should Never Watch in Front of Your Parents” with overly-sexualized thumbnails don’t help with this stigma. This is especially considering that the video in question is only a day old and has over 450K views as of my writing this. I also believe this argument is flawed because it takes a very specific subgenre of anime and treats the whole genre like they are of that subgenre. That would be like if someone watched the sex scenes in Game of Thrones and said that all Western television is pornographic and for “degenerates”. Another comparison would be taking actual pornography and saying that all Western media is like that. Just because there is an incredibly niche and lewd subsect of a genre doesn’t mean the entire genre is like that.
There are other arguments against anime but these are the two that stick out the most. Anime isn’t just for kids. There is plenty of animated content (including Western cartoons for that matter) that are made with adult audiences in mind. That being said, these adult anime aren’t made to be sexual, but rather mature stories dealing with adult themes. The hentai subsect of anime doesn’t represent all of anime; that’s why it’s called a subsect. Anime is just like live action content in that it is a visual medium that represents multiple subgenres. This visual style makes for an incredibly unique and oftentimes beautiful method of storytelling. Hopefully this does something to help open up someone out there to giving anime an honest try. There are plenty of wonderful series at your disposal representing multiple subgenres that you may already be a fan of like sci-fi, fantasy, slice of life, etc. Do yourself a favor and give at least one a shot even if you’re apprehensive. Who knows, maybe you’ll love it.
Gaming
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game
Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.
Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.
Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.
What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.
Gaming
ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games
Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.
In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.
According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.
In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!
Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
Gaming
Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5
It appears that many
are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.
We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.
「Stellar Blade」 Physical Package Secrets⚠️#StellarBlade #PS5 #Disc pic.twitter.com/WQSzKUSDQ4
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) April 22, 2024
It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.
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