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Crunchyroll Bars Basic Subscribers From Merch Purchases

7/17/2026

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Crunchyroll will limit its merchandise store to Mega ($13.99/month) and Ultimate ($17.99/month) subscribers.
The $9.99 basic Fan plan will no longer permit buying figures, apparel, or collectibles.
A summer sale began on July 14, 2026, offering up to 50% off.
Gift-card support ends on August 14, 2026.
Crunchyroll will fulfill pending orders while fans call the change greedy and the worst for the community.

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Crunchyroll will limit its merchandise store to Mega ($13.99/month) and Ultimate ($17.99/month) subscribers.
The $9.99 basic Fan plan will no longer permit buying figures, apparel, or collectibles.
A summer sale began on July 14, 2026, offering up to 50% off.
Gift-card support ends on August 14, 2026.
Crunchyroll will fulfill pending orders while fans call the change greedy and the worst for the community.