DC Universe rebranding to comics-only platform DC Universe Infinite

Grab your mask, a Mother Box, and all of your wonderful toys because DC Universe is calling for all fans to enter the Multiverse! DC today announced the evolution of DC UNIVERSE into DC UNIVERSE INFINITE, a premium digital comic book service set to launch on January 21, 2021. With access to more than 24,000 comic books at launch, DC UNIVERSE INFINITE subscribers will also encounter digital-first comics, exclusive access to DC fan events, as well as a steady stream of recently released comics six months after the physical versions, hit store shelves. Following its initial launch, DC UNIVERSE INFINITE will begin expanding globally in SUMMER 2021.

"Our fans love the platform's robust library of comic books and, with the transformation, we will not disappoint," said DC Publisher and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee. "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!"

I hope you've got great eyesight and a very comfortable chair because DC's premium digital comic book platform provides members with an expanded collection of comics and Original Graphic Novels, spanning over 80 years of the DC Multiverse. Fans can also download comics, graphic novels, and originals for unlimited offline reading on their favorite devices from a smartphone or tablet. Considering how late to the game DC Comics typically is on their trade distribution, this sounds like a great deal for fans of their timeless brand.

Per today's official press release for DC Universe Infinite:

Subscribers will also have earlier access to new Digital First comics that include titles such as Aquaman: Deep Dives, Batman: Gotham Nights, DCeased: Hope at World's End, Harley Quinn: Black + White + Red, Injustice: Year Zero, Shazam!: Lightning Strikes, Superman: Man of Tomorrow, Swamp Thing: New Roots and Wonder Woman 84, and many more. Also debuting on DC UNIVERSE INFINITE will be DC Universe Infinite Originals, including new comic content centered around beloved characters. That's right, DC Universe Infinite will play host to new stories featuring some of your favorite characters. In other words, if you're looking to add yet another Bat-book to your collection, this will be where you can get your fix.

 The fan-favorite community area will be free to all registered and premium subscribers with a full calendar of events planned for 2021. Current DC UNIVERSE subscribers will not need to create a new account as their DC UNIVERSE login will transfer to DC UNIVERSE INFINITE.

For DC UNIVERSE subscribers who want ongoing access to premium DC originals, the special DC UNIVERSE monthly member offer to HBO MAX has been extended. In celebration of Batman Day and the announcement of DC UNIVERSE INFINITE, the special offer for eligible monthly subscribers to upgrade their service to include HBO Max for an additional $4.99 per month for a limited time is now available through October 30, 2020.

HBO Max will be the home for premium video content that will include new DC series, key DC classics and DC UNIVERSE originals like Young Justice Seasons 1-4, Titans Seasons 1-3, Doom Patrol Seasons 1-3, and DC's Stargirl Season 1. Additionally, HBO Max has ordered a third season of Warner Bros. Animation's critically acclaimed DC UNIVERSE adult animated comedy series Harley Quinn, starring Kaley Cuoco, who also served as executive producer during the first two seasons along with Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, Dean Lorey, and Sam Register. Harley Quinn will be a Max Original going forward, and all three seasons of the show will be available.

What do you think about the changes coming to DC Universe? Does this make you more or less inclined to subscribe to the service? Sound off in the comments section down below.