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What does simulcast mean?
The practice of legally streaming a new anime episode to overseas audiences at the same time as, or shortly after, its Japanese broadcast — now the standard way most fans watch seasonal anime.
"The finale drops on simulcast an hour after it airs in Japan."
Origin
English blend of 'simultaneous' and 'broadcast'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a simulcast in anime?
It's the legal streaming of a new episode to overseas audiences at the same time as, or shortly after, its Japanese broadcast.
Where does the word simulcast come from?
It's an English blend of 'simultaneous' and 'broadcast'.
Why do fans care about simulcasts?
Simulcasting is now the standard way most fans watch seasonal anime, letting them see episodes near-instantly instead of waiting for later releases.
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