The sale of White Fox studio, known for Steins;Gate , Akame ga Kill , and Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World , to publisher AlphaPolis has generated concern among fans. The transaction, which involved the acquisition of 100% of the shares, has brought uncertainty about the fate of Re:ZERO and the role of the studio's founder, Gaku Iwasa .
Recently, Iwasa responded directly on social media to criticism regarding the sale. One user accused him of having outdated views on the market, mentioning Sengoku Youko as an example, and suggested he retire. In his defense, Iwasa stated that he never created White Fox with a focus on profit, but rather out of a passion for animation.
Commitment to Re:ZERO until the end
One of the biggest concerns among fans was the potential loss of priority for Re:ZERO , since AlphaPolis was reportedly interested in adapting primarily its own works. However, Iwasa assured: “ As long as Kadokawa-san or Nagatsuki-tentei don't kick me out, I plan to continue with Re:ZERO until the end. And even if something happens, I will make an appropriate transition, so don't worry. ”
Iwasa also revealed that his main goal with the sale is to strengthen White Fox Izukogen, a studio dedicated to training new animators in Izu. For him, the studio's essence and commitment to its works will not change.
The anime market is transforming
AlphaPolis' move is part of a race among Japanese companies to transform their intellectual properties into anime. Other publishers, such as Edia, have announced multimillion-dollar investments to secure a presence in the animation market.
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Source: Anime Corner / Gaku Iwasa X