The New 52

The New 52 was a major initiative by DC Comics launched in 2011 that rebooted its entire comic book universe. This initiative introduced 52 new ongoing comic series, reimagining characters and storylines for a modern audience. It aimed to attract new readers by simplifying the continuity and making characters more accessible. Popular superheroes like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman received updated origins and appearances. The New 52 lasted until 2015, when it was succeeded by the "DC Rebirth" initiative, which aimed to reconcile the changes with the legacy of the characters.