More Growth in Graphic Novels than Periodicals
October 16, 2023
Sales of periodical comics have barely kept up with inflation, but graphic novel sales are growing in the direct market.
Closes $68.7 Billion Deal
October 13, 2023
Microsoft has officially closed the $68.7 deal to acquire Activision Blizzard after clearing U.K. regulatory hurdles.
Plus 18+ 'X-Tension Pack'
October 11, 2023
Asmodee is releasing That Sound Game along with the 18 and up expansion That Sound Game: X-tension Pack.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
October 9, 2023
This week, columnist Rob Salkowitz shares thoughts on the future of the Direct Market.
After Four Years
October 9, 2023
Wizards of the Coast will end its partnership with Judge Academy on October 13, 2023, after four years.
And Changing Dates
October 2, 2023
The Toy Association is moving Toy Fair out of New York after the next show, and is also changing dates from its current Fall schedule.
With 'Dark Tournament' Booster Set; Also, Product Updates and Hero League Championship
September 27, 2023
UVS Games announced the return of Yu Yu Hakusho CCG to the UniVersus CCG system.
On Changes by the New Management Team - More Comics!
September 27, 2023
Oni's new management team is making some changes, and Gorinson and Hahn explain why Oni is returning to monthly comics, and what that means for the future.
Full Day of Events on Thursday, Including Comic Industry Social Hour, ICv2 Insider Talks
September 26, 2023
ReedPop will host a full day of trade programming and events, including the ICv2 Insider Talks, at New York Comic Con on Thursday, October 12.
Plus: Game Store Expands; Comic Shop Weathers Multiple Burglaries
September 12, 2023
In other news, a game store expands into a new space and a comics retailer keeps going after multiple burglaries.
