Reports

Animator Hiroshi Shimizu drawing during a live demonstration at Yokota-Con in Japan. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan

Anime

How Anime Is Made: Inside Japan's Animation Production Process

How does an anime go from an idea to a finished episode? We explore the Japanese animation production process, the artists and staff behind each stage, and the business decisions that shape what viewers see.

Gacha

How Much Does It Cost to Make a Gacha Game?

From small mobile projects to ambitious open-world RPGs, gacha development budgets vary enormously. We break down staffing, production, servers, marketing, and ongoing costs, then let you build your own budget.