In its first week of release, the third season of “ Kimetsu no Yaiba ”, titled “ Kimetsu no Yaiba: Katanakaji no Sato-hen ”, has sold a total of 13,360 copies with its first Blu-ray/DVD release. Although these figures represent a significant number of sales, they fail to match the success of previous releases in the franchise.
By comparison, the second season, " Kimetsu no Yaiba: Yuukaku-hen ," reached 22,021 copies sold in its first week, while the " Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Ressha-hen " series achieved an impressive 30,167 copies sold in the first week. same period. This decline in sales has sparked debate among fans, who are seeking to understand the possible reasons behind this decline.
Among the theories raised by fans of the series, there are those who argue that the market for anime Blu-ray/DVD releases is experiencing a downward trend. This argument is based on the growing popularity of streaming platforms, which provide immediate access to episodes without the need to purchase physical copies.
On the other hand, another group of fans argues that the decrease in sales may be due to the particularities of the third season. They point out that this adapted story arc in the third season of “Kimetsu no Yaiba” is considered the weakest compared to the original manga material. The absence of two of the main protagonists, Inosuke Hashibira and Zenitsu Agatsuma, has generated some disappointment among fans. In addition, some claim that the rhythm of the battles is constantly interrupted, which detracts from the excitement of the viewer.
Despite the speculation and declines in Blu-ray/DVD sales, fans can take solace in the news that a fourth season of “Kimetsu no Yaiba” is already in production. This suggests that the production company may have foreseen this possible drop in sales and that the future of the franchise remains bright.
As fans continue to debate the causes of the decline in sales, it remains to be seen how the fourth season of “Kimetsu no Yaiba” will address the concerns raised by fans. Hoping that the series will pick up its pace and bring back the presence of beloved characters, fans are eagerly awaiting the next installments of this popular anime franchise.
Source: Yaraon!
