New “chonker of a Batman logo” fails to fly with DC fans (but I love it)

New Absolute Batman logo
(Image credit: DC Comics)

Last month, comic book publisher DC revealed the revamped character design for its new series, Absolute Batman. While most fans were on board with the pumped-up, exaggerated design of the new Dark Knight, one issue has caused major contention – the bizarre redesign of the iconic bat symbol.

Initially, I brushed it off as a simple costume redesign, but it turns out the brick-like bat logo is here to stay and some fans are not happy, with some even calling for James Gunn to scrap the design altogether. Love it or hate it, the fierce backlash to the new Batman logo is a testament to the importance of comic logos as a symbol of a fanbase (and confirmation that you can't please everyone).

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Natalie Fear
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Natalie is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. A recent English Literature graduate, Natalie enjoys covering the lighter side of the news and brings a fresh and fun take to her articles. Outside of work (if she’s not glued to her phone), she loves all things music and enjoys singing sweet folky tunes.

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