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    2024 Big Ideas: Anime Games Go Mainstream with Robin Guo

    Robin Guo

    General Partner a16z's 2024 "Big Ideas" report identifies the expanding anime gaming ecosystem as a primary investment opportunity, citing *Genshin Impact* and *Honkai Impact 3rd* as benchmarks for cross-platform performance and revenue models exceeding industry averages. The analysis details how "gacha" monetization, evolving AI asset tools, and a shift from niche to mainstream demographics have lowered barriers for new entrants while driving billions in revenue. With studios like HoYoverse setting new standards for narrative depth and gameplay integration, the sector is poised for further growth in immersive XR experiences and AI-driven endless games.