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REIGN OF THE SUPERBOYS sweeps DC’s Super-titles in March

Two's company. Three's a crowd. Four? That sounds like a Reign.

North & Guidry on THE FLASH, Brombal & Basri on NEW TITANS beginning in March

The new creative teams will take the two titles into Act 2 of DC's All In initiative.

Graphic Novel Review: SHADOWS OF THE SEA seeks hope in an absurd world

Cathy Malkasian’s Shadows of the Sea tells an intimate story of grief and healing set in a strange and fantastic world.

The Beat’s Best Video Games of 2025

The Beat staff compiles its list for the Best Video Games of 2025, including metroidvanias, RPGs, roguelites, and more.

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Eisner Watch 2017: get a look at the original pitch for SUPERMAN: AMERICAN ALIEN

"The stories range from heartwarming and simple, to frighteningly gritty and violent, to sexy and sun-kissed; these are not the stories of the iconic figure we've come to know..."

Unboxing video: The Beat just got her San Diego Comic-Con Press Badge and some goodies!

Comic-Con International, the nonprofit that puts on the San Diego Comic-Con, started mailing out badges last year, as they instituted RFID technology and other...

Eisner Watch 2017: BLACK HAMMER is one of the coolest new series to launch in 2016

For some reason, there's just something powerful about stories that focus on what happens to champions after they vanish into obscurity.

In the event of a digital apocalypse, these 39 webcomics are safe

While political winds may change at the drop of a hat in America, the Library of Congress as remained a steady pillar of our...

DC REBORN ROUND-UP: Batman veers towards DARK DAYS and DC Heroes meet Looney Tunes

In June 2016, DC Comics kicked off the start of its Rebirth initiative. After a wave of criticism surrounding the way they have treated...

Eisner Watch 2017: FAITH shows us the inspirational quality of simply being

"She's allowed to simply be, and so doing, has become all the more inspirational for it."

Manga and Anime News

Top 10 most downloaded titles in BOOK☆WALKER of 2025

BOOK☆WALKER Global’s 2025 eBook Ranking reveals the top 10 most-downloaded light novels and manga worldwide, including The Eminence in Shadow and The Apothecary Diaries.

The Beat’s Best Anime of 2025

The Beat staff presents its picks for the Best Anime of 2025, including new and ongoing series, as well as feature-length films.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: HAUNTRESS will haunt your dreams

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga and webtoon series DISSOLVING CLASSROOM, EARTHSHINE and HAUNTRESS.

Yen Press announces 2 audiobook adaptations & 9 new licenses

Yen Press has announced two audiobook adaptations, eight new manga licenses, and a Konosuba TRPG companion rule book for summer 2026.

GlobalComix announces limited “keep it forever” holiday bundle

New annual GlobalComix Gold subscribers will keep ten high-profile comics from Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, and Kodansha—permanently.

K-Comics Beat’s Inaugural Best Manga & Manhwa of 2025

The K-Comics Beat team reveals its inaugural picks for the Best Manga and Manhwa of 2025 list, adding to The Beat's biggest Best Of yet.

Business News

Collectors Universe acquires grading company Beckett

"The iconic Beckett is joining the Collectors family and will continue to operate as its own independent brand within our portfolio,” said Nat Turner, CEO of Collectors.

What Diamond’s Chapter 7 filing might mean, and digging into those billable hours

What does Diamond's Chapter 7 filing mean for publishers? And what does a bankruptcy administrator do all day?

Diamond files to convert their bankruptcy to Chapter 7

Diamond has filed a motion to convert its bankruptcy to a Chapter 7 after Chase Bank refused to continue to lend them money.

Robert Kirkman announced as keynote speaker for ComicsPRO 2026

Always a strong supporter of the direct market, Skybound's Robert Kirkman will be the keynote speaker at the 2026 ComicsPRO Industry Conference

Humanoids to creators: Oops, guess we should have mentioned that chapter 7 thing

A letter to creators confirmed that it's business as usual at Humanoids, just under a new company, despite their Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing

Disney sells out to OpenAI, agreeing to license characters to Sora

Sora users will be able to use over 200 Disney characters in short media they prompt from OpenAI's video generator.

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Entertainment

The Beat’s Best Video Games of 2025

The Beat staff compiles its list for the Best Video Games of 2025, including metroidvanias, RPGs, roguelites, and more.

Collectors Universe acquires grading company Beckett

"The iconic Beckett is joining the Collectors family and will continue to operate as its own independent brand within our portfolio,” said Nat Turner, CEO of Collectors.

Recap: STRANGER THINGS 5’s “The Turnbow Trap”

We discuss Frank Darabont's return to directing, what might be the show's most unhinged scene, and more in our spoiler-filled look at the final season's third episode.

DIABLO IV prequel novel THE LOST HORADRIM hits shelves next spring

The Lost Horadrim (Diablo IV), a prequel novel to the Lord of Hatred game expansion, hits shelves in spring 2026 from Random House Worlds.

2026 Animation First Festival announces full programming slate

The 2026 Animation First Festival has announced its full programming festival, including feature and short films, talks, and more.

Horror Beat: The latest trailer of Resident Evil REQUIEM feels a bit too familiar

My, how the chainsaws have turned.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: AEW did the right thing with Kris Statlander

The future remains bright for Statlander.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Remembering the Reigns of Terror, Pt. 2 – Jeff Jarrett

Lo, I looked to the horizon and saw him brandishing the NWA Championship and behind him, four horsemen who brought the apocalypse: "My World," ref bump, low blow, and guitar shot

NYCC ’25: DC x AEW crossover debuting at event

The two-part series, helmed by Steve Orlando and Travis Mercer, will debut with a special preview issue at this month's convention.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Rhea Ripley becomes the latest victim of TERRIFIER’s Art the Clown in Ice Nine Kills concert

Should Art the Clown be Cody Rhode’s next title defense match?

Turnbuckle BEATdown: So, WRESTLEMANIA is coming to Saudi Arabia

It would mark the company's first ever overseas Wrestlemania.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: AEW is now officially on its HBO Era with PLE livestreams

Not necessarily cheaper than WWE’s ESPN package, though.