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The anime community has recently seen a sudden rise in animated series that are based on video game adaptations. The biggest examples of these series areCyberpunk: Edgerunners, Castlevania, Arcane, etc. These series are developed around the storylines of popular video games and offer a unique perspective on the intriguing and thrilling adventures within the game.
Out of all the animated series adapted from video games, the one that is currently the highest-rated adaptation on Netflix isArcane.Arcaneis an exclusive Netflix anime series created by Christian Linke and Alex Yee and is based on the universe of the popular multiplayer online battle arena video game,League of Legends.
There has always been a tough competition betweenArcaneandCyberpunk: Edgerunnersbecause of the multiple similarities between the two stories. WhileArcanemight succeed in terms of popularity and ratings on Netflix, there is one crucial aspect of theCyberpunk: Edgerunnersanimated series that makes it better thanArcanein a major way.
The Similarities BetweenArcaneAndCyberpunk: Edgerunners
AlthoughArcaneandCyberpunk: Edgerunnersare adapted from two completely different video games, they have quite a few similarities that are hard to ignore. The first and most important parallel between the two is the futuristic worlds they are set in. BothArcaneandCyberpunk: Edgerunnersare set in technological worlds, where innovation and mechanisms have caused the doom of humanity in a major way.
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Secondly, bothArcaneandCyberpunk: Edgerunnersfocus on the individual struggles of the main characters and how they affect everyone around them. In the case ofArcane, it is the character development of the two sisters, Vi and Jinx, and in the case ofCyberpunk: Edgerunners, it is the character development of David and Lucy.
And finally, the animation style. While the animation style of the two series might look different, bothArcaneandCyberpunk: Edgerunnersfollow a similar flashy theme. However,Arcane’sanimation stylemight be a little better and smoother thanCyberpunk: Edgerunners.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’Advantage OverArcane
As mentioned above, both video game adaptations have quite a few similarities, but in terms of popularity and rating,Arcanetakes the lead. This is because it has more seasons, and the portrayal of the narrative in the series is more dramatic and thrilling than inCyberpunk: Edgerunners. However, there is one aspect whereCyberpunk: Edgerunnerstakes the lead.
This characteristic refers to the series’ capacity to entice fans to play the original game. Many times, fans have mentioned howCyberpunk: Edgerunnersentices them to play the game.
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However, they are frightened byArcane’sdepiction of the League of Legends universe. The brutality and the dark tone ofArcanemake it less appealing to the fans.
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Irrespective of that, bothArcaneandCyberpunk: Edgerunnersare two of the greatest video game adaptations in the world, and they are highly rated on Netflix. WhileArcaneis currently streaming the first part of its second season,Cyberpunkis awaiting another spin-offseries that was announced by Netflix.
Cyberpunk: EdgerunnersandArcaneare available to watch on Netflix.
Tarun Kohli
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Tarun Kohli is the Senior Anime Writer at FandomWire, with over 2,900 published articles. He currently specializes in critiquing One Piece and other Shonen anime. A passionate fan of the genre, his love for thoughtful analysis reflects his genuine appreciation for the art of anime. His deep understanding of anime culture has earned recognition from industry figures such as Adi Shankar and the creators of Blood of Zeus.
