ICv2: The Business of Geek Culture

Sales Drop, But Pricey Volumes Soften the Blow

February 14, 2025

Total unit sales of the Top 20 were down year over year, but the drop in dollar sales was less steep than the unit drop.

Orland Park, IL on February 13, 2025

February 14, 2025

ICv2 visited the Barnes & Noble store at 160 Orland Park Place, Orland Park, Illinois 60462 on Thursday, February 13, 2024.

And They're on Newsstands Too!

February 14, 2025

Archie digests are among the few comics that can still be found on newsstands.

The 'Avengers Expansion'

February 14, 2025

Marvel Comics announced the Avengers Expansion, a new book for Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game.

With 'D&D Icons of the Realms: Tree Blight'

February 14, 2025

WizKids will release D&D Icons of the Realms: Tree Blight , a new boxed miniature.

Four Promotions, Five New Hires

February 14, 2025

Oni Press announced four promotions and five new hires.

Acquires 50% Stake in CardVault

February 14, 2025

Tom Brady has acquired 50% of sports and hobby card retailer CardVault.

New Edition of the Abstract Strategy Game

February 14, 2025

Capstone Games will release Butterfly Garden , a new edition of the abstract strategy game by Reiner Knizia, into retail.

Overall Sales Down, Kids Titles Up Slightly

February 13, 2025

According to BookScan, unit sales of graphic novels were down in 2024 compared to 2023, but Kids titles inched up slightly.

Except for FCBD Titles

February 13, 2025

Udon's Free Comic Book Day titles will be exclusive to Lunar Distribution.

New Miniatures Booster Set

February 13, 2025

WizKids unveiled D&D Icons of the Realms: Ghost Light, a new miniatures booster set.

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