Crunchyroll

Pretend you have a magic key which opens doors to other unimaginable universes, full of endearing characters, complex and deep worlds, but above all, enthralling.

That key is Crunchyroll, the platform that gathers all your favorite anime in one place.

Prepare your bowl of ramen and put on your gi, let's search for the dragon spheres, train hard to defeat the demons of Muzan Kibutsuji and become the best Hokage of the Village Hidden in the Leafs. Dattebayo!

The otaku's paradise

Crunchyroll was developed by a group of graduates from the University of California at Berkeley who shared a passion for anime, and it finally made its way to the Internet in 2006.

At first, it operated as a video streaming site, allowing users to share and watch Asian content, including anime, doramas and music, but in 2008 the company decided to legitimize its operations by obtaining official licenses to distribute content, which was a major milestone in its growth.

Discovering the great universe of anime

Crunchyroll operates as an On Demand content streaming platform, specializing in anime and doramas. Users can access a giant library of series and movies from any device with an internet connection.

Free, with subscription or the power of friendship

The platform offers two subscription modes, a free one with ads and limited access, and a premium one that has no ads and unlimited access to the entire catalog. 

Premium users also enjoy the advantage of watching the most recent episodes one hour after their Japanese premiere, which ensures that they are always up-to-date with their favorite shows.

And if neither of these two options convince you, you still have the power of friendship. A great friend who can lend you an account to watch your favorite anime with unlimited access to the Crunchyroll catalog.

Outstanding features

1. Extensive anime library: The app has one of the most extensive anime libraries on the market, with thousands of episodes and movies covering a wide variety of genres.
2. Simulcasts: Allows premium subscribers to watch new anime episodes at almost the same time they air in Japan.
3. Offline mode: For premium subscribers, Crunchyroll offers the possibility to download episodes for offline viewing. This feature is especially useful for people who want to watch their favorite series when they are traveling or in places with poor connection.
4. Personalization and watchlists: The platform allows users to create personalized watchlists, making it easy to organize the series they are watching or want to watch in the future. It also offers recommendations based on the user's history.
5. Exclusive events and bonus content: Premium subscribers have access to exclusive events and extra content , such as episode premieres, interviews with anime creators and early access to certain content. In addition, Crunchyroll organizes exclusive giveaways and sweepstakes for its members.

Competition and requirements

In the competitive world of anime streaming, Crunchyroll faces formidable rivals such as Funimation, Netflix and Hulu, which also offer anime content but not as specialized. To use Crunchyroll, the technical requirements are fairly basic: a stable internet connection and a compatible device. The platform is accessible for a wide variety of operating systems, including IOS and Android.

Is the app worth it?

In summary, Crunchyroll is the perfect app for those who want to watch quality anime with a wide variety of genres. Plus, you can support your favorite creators since it is an official platform.

With its humble origins, the platform has become a pillar of digital entertainment, offering a complete and accessible experience. It doesn't matter if you choose its free or premium mode. Crunchyroll is a guarantee of an incomparable journey into the world of anime.