…to my assessment of the problem with anime fandom, but Bradford C. Walker, author of Star Knight Saga, does a far better job of assessing them than I ever could, so read his take instead.
His main point is that although anime isn’t dependent on legacy brands, it all comes from a well-established corporate structure that nonetheless discourages innovation. That being said, it does satisfy its viewership and doesn’t hate its customers, so there isn’t much appetite for change. Read the aforementioned post for details.
Also, pick up Star Knight Saga.