Why did anime characters stop wanting boyfriends outside of the harem setting? It happened around the time of Haruhi I think.
Because you seem to be forgetting what audience is keeping anime alive at all
Watch more stuff aimed at girls
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When you decided to shitpost instead of actually watching anime. There are multiple non-harem currently- airing shows featuring MCs and/or female leads who want/have boyfriends.