Frustration Friday: Why So Surprised?

So we all know the story – DC is going to reboot its comics numbering, slightly reboot its series, go more economics, etc.  And oddly, I'm hearing complaints about how it changes, how its different, what it means for comic stores, etc.

The thing is . . . I just can't be surprised.  I also can't be worried.

Things are going to change.  That's part of life.

And comics?  THey're smack in the middle of a lot of change.

Comics are about publishing, and of course that's changing.

Comics are getting adapted like crazy, which is  a big change.

Comic characters can be adapted into all sorts of media – like games – that are changing.

Comics are where it's all happening.  Of course there will be change.

So why is anyone started?  Surprised?  They shouldn't be – DC's big change is just part of the whole system of fantastic crazy comics are in.  Something radical like this isn't really weird if you think about the big picture.

So, honestly, stop being surprised people, and start asking what's next and what we're gonna do with it to build our jobs, careers, and lives.

Steven Savage

News Of The Day 5/26/2011

Akira's heading down, Sony's meandering, and Microsoft continues in their race.

Anime and Manga:
Albert Hughes leaves Akira as director. Which I'd understand – it sounds dismal. I think this project is headed to the dustbin of history.

Net Freedom:
Comcast isn't going to do meeting billing apparently.

Technology:
Microsoft is going to show off a Windows Tablet next week. Sounds like they're on a roll – catching up, but still a roll. So let's see how this goes.

Woah. Amazon introduces a Mac store. Yes, a Mac store. This is a bit weird to see, since I can't quite figure the point – unless it's Amazon taking a Google-like shot keeping a finger in every pie or show what they can do. (I suspect both). Now I await Apple's response . . .

Video Games:
So just what is 'Zelda Universe'. I admit now I'm curious- the article has a few ideas. Admittedly the Zelda property could be used, consolidated, or so on, so I'm wondering. Another keep-an-eye-on.

Playstation 4 under development? If so at this rate it's more like the usual console cycle is just going to change. Though I also suspect at this rate Sony may just want a distraction.

Sony's Playstation division returns to profitability. Let's see how long that lasts.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: So Playstation 4?  How long or is this just BS?

Steven Savage