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DC Absolute Universe media and merchandise expansion

Overview

The DC Absolute Universe franchise is expanding through new media and merchandise. Initial developments included the appearance of McFarlane Toys’ DC Multiverse figures for pre-order, featuring reimagined versions of characters such as Absolute Superman, Absolute Wonder Woman, and Absolute Deathstroke.

Following these product reveals, DC Studios confirmed that an animated series based on the Absolute Batman comic series is in development. The project, with scripts being worked on by Scott Snyder, has transitioned from a planned 3D aesthetic to a 2D animated format. Additionally, Beast Kingdom announced a 1/9 scale Absolute Batman action figure, which is expected to begin shipping in the first quarter of 2027.

Entities

DC Multiverse · Beast Kingdom · DC Studios · Peter Safran · EB Games

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Absolute Batman expands with animated series and new action figure

    DC Studios is developing a 2D animated series for Absolute Batman, while Beast Kingdom has announced a high-end 1/9 scale action figure slated for shipping in early 2027.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    McFarlane Toys reveals new DC Multiverse Absolute Universe figures

    McFarlane Toys' DC Multiverse line will expand to include Absolute Universe figures, including Superman, Wonder Woman, and Deathstroke, following unexpected pre-order listings at EB Games.

Sources

bleedingcool.com · dccollectors.com · flickeringmyth.com · supermansupersite.com