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Mike Richardson Resigns; Dark Horse Comics Faces Uncertain Future

3/5/2026

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Mike Richardson has resigned as CEO of Dark Horse Comics after 40 years.
Jay Komas was appointed interim CEO of Dark Horse Comics.
Embracer Group acquired Dark Horse in 2022 and aims to modernize the company.
Dark Horse, known for Hellboy and The Mask, faces uncertainty over publishing and screen projects.
Komas lacks direct Hollywood experience and has a background in managing global IPs at major gaming companies.

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Mike Richardson has resigned as CEO of Dark Horse Comics after 40 years.
Jay Komas was appointed interim CEO of Dark Horse Comics.
Embracer Group acquired Dark Horse in 2022 and aims to modernize the company.
Dark Horse, known for Hellboy and The Mask, faces uncertainty over publishing and screen projects.
Komas lacks direct Hollywood experience and has a background in managing global IPs at major gaming companies.