A recent article highlighting cyberpunk comics, manga, and graphic novels excludes major anime franchises like Ghost in the Shell and Cowboy Bebop, prompting readers to discuss the extensive multimedia adaptations of these properties. Fans heavily debated creator Shirow Masamune's legacy and personal controversies, specifically arguing over the sexualization in his original manga versus the clinical tone of the animated films. Additionally, readers recommended newer cyberpunk graphic novels like Human Algorithm that explore the genre's evolving themes, including modern artificial intelligence and economic upheavals.