‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ Takes Home Top Prize at the 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards

Fans of the hit anime 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' are overjoyed but not surprised that the series has won the highly sought-after Anime of the Year award at the 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.

The Netflix-produced anime, based on the popular video game 'Cyberpunk 2077,' has received critical acclaim from all over the anime community.

The show

The success of the show can be attributed to a variety of factors, including its excellent animation, engaging characters, and expert blending of classic cyberpunk themes with modern storytelling techniques.

The anime has also received praise for depicting complex social issues such as income inequality, corporate greed, and the ethics of advanced technology.

Cyberpunk 2077

However, the show's popularity extends beyond the world of anime. 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' has also been credited with helping to revive the fortunes of the video game that inspired it, 'Cyberpunk 2077'. The game, which had a controversial and buggy launch in 2020, saw a significant increase in returning and even new players following the release of the anime, with many fans revising their negative reviews.

The future

The win for 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' is a significant moment not just for the anime industry, but for the broader cultural impact of video games and their adaptations.

It serves as a reminder that, when done correctly, adaptations can not only stand on their own, but can also revitalize and redefine the source material.

Fans are excited to see what the future holds for both the anime and the game.