RIP DC Universe, hello DC Universe Infinite. TheDC Comicsstreaming service is rebranding and, for the most part, becoming something new entirely. All of the video content will be migrating to HBO Max, as has been expected for some time. Meanwhile, fans will be left with a new, dedicated digital comic book subscription service. Comics were a part of the service before but now that will be its sole function.
“Our fans love the platform’s robustlibrary of comic booksand, with the transformation, we will not disappoint. I’m excited to share that not only will DC Universe Infinite members still be able to read all of the great comics that they’ve enjoyed but new issues are debuting on the platform quicker than before, digital-first exclusives are being created, and the members-only events will begin as soon as possible. There has never been a better time to be a DC fan!”
All shows produced forDC Universe, includingTitans,Doom Patroland theHarley Quinnanimated series, which was just renewed for a third season, will move to HBO Max. WarnerMedia launched the service earlier this year and, given that it features a huge DC hub, it had been expected that the company would consolidate. As for DC Universe Infinite, providing an update on Twitter, DC revealed that it will be available worldwide next summer.
“Oh, and we heard our fans loud & clear. We’re excited to announce that after the initial launch in January, #DCUINFINITE will begin expanding globally in Summer 2021!”
DC has been struggling, as has the comic book industry in general, in recent years. Especially in 2020. The company laid off a huge chunk of its staff in August and is expected to cut back its publishing line significantly. By offering fans a way to easily read comics digitally via subscription, it could help keep the publisher afloat. Marvel, for example, has had a similar service, Marvel Unlimited, for years now.
