CyberAgent Expands Animation Portfolio with Cygames Pictures Acquisition

CyberAgent has officially acquired animation studio Cygames Pictures, making it a consolidated subsidiary as of February 27. The studio will operate under the new name "CyPic" starting April 6.

This acquisition brings Cygames Pictures directly under CyberAgent's corporate umbrella, potentially providing more resources and stability for the animation studio's future projects. CyberAgent, known for its digital entertainment and gaming ventures, continues expanding its presence in the anime industry.

Cygames Pictures was originally established as the animation arm of Cygames, the mobile game company behind popular titles like Granblue Fantasy and Uma Musume Pretty Derby. The studio has worked on various anime projects, bringing game properties to animated life.

The rebranding to CyPic signals a fresh start for the studio under its new parent company. While specific details about upcoming projects haven't been announced, this corporate restructuring could lead to new opportunities and collaborations within CyberAgent's broader entertainment ecosystem.

For anime fans, this move represents another example of how gaming and animation companies are strengthening their ties to create multimedia experiences across different platforms.