Sony has announced today the establishment of a strategic partnership with the Japanese entertainment conglomerate Bandai Namco. As part of this alliance, Sony has acquired a 2.5% stake in Bandai Namco, amounting to 16 million shares valued at approximately 68 billion yen (roughly $465 million). This collaboration aims to leverage resources from both companies to bolster the global reach and impact of their IPs across animation, gaming, and beyond.