Leeanne M. Krecic, under her alias Mongie, created the hit webcomic 'Let's Play', a romantic comedy that gained millions of readers from 2016 to 2022. The series, centered on Sam Young navigating the gaming industry and her romantic life, is now being adapted into an anime by Crunchyroll, making Krecic the first American woman with such an adaptation. During an interview with Polygon, Krecic discussed the transition, confirming that while there are deviations in the storyline for the anime, it remains faithful to the spirit of the comic. The adaptation will reflect her experiences, including themes of mental health and online relationships.
Leeanne M. Krecic expresses the journey of adopting her webcomic into an anime format, acknowledging that while it's close to the original, some elements are reimagined.
The adaptation of 'Let's Play' marks a milestone as the first work by an American woman to be adapted into anime by Crunchyroll, highlighting representation in the industry.
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