: AAC or FLAC are preferred for maintaining the iconic soundtracks by Michiru Ōshima or Akira Senju.
: The Matroska (.mkv) container is the gold standard for anime. It allows for multiple subtitle tracks (softsubs) and dual-audio (English/Japanese) toggling without losing quality. Comparing the Two Journeys fullmetalalchemist-480p-mkv
: A full series in 480p MKV format typically takes up a fraction of the space of an HD encode, making it perfect for tablets, handheld devices (like a Steam Deck), or older laptops. : AAC or FLAC are preferred for maintaining
: Produced closer to the transition to HD, Brotherhood is sharper. Even in 480p, the fluid animation of the alchemy circles and fight scenes remains incredibly legible. Technical Breakdown: What to Look For Comparing the Two Journeys : A full series
: Look for H.264 (AVC) or H.265 (HEVC) . H.265 provides better quality at even smaller file sizes.