Holy Digital Future, Batman!
Printed comics are, like, so last year.
Okay, those are words I hope no one ever utters, let alone types in any sincerity. But between iTunes, PlayStation, and the upcoming Longbox program, digital comics are becoming more prevalent than ever. And I’m talking about the legal kind.
So should we be worried? LCS owner Brandon Wilt over at Bent Wookee Comix agreed to lend his thoughts for my most recent Impulse Creations article. You can read the full write-up at the forums, but enjoy the snippet below.
Virtual editions of comic books are pouring onto a variety of mediums—and no, I’m not talking about the ye ol’ illegal rite of piracy. Companies who normally delve into other areas are beginning to show interest in the visually spearheaded, papery pages of superheroes and indie icons. In a modern age where books are now preferred on electronic, wireless Kindles and people check their email on the go, will fans relinquish the printed page in exchange for a more convenient and suitable format? Should we be worried or thrilled?
Digital comic platforms increasingly populate the industry’s news. From exclusive purchases on iTunes to Rantz Hoseley’s upcoming Longbox contender and Sony’s push through unfamiliar barriers with their PlayStation Digital Comics offerings, publishers’ hands are full collaborating with other industries. The major incentive besides tapping into a newly discovered and sprightly well of cash flow? The business deals maximize the audience, which strengthens the comic medium’s power, overall impression, and future potential.
