Oni Murder Drones Kickstarter Surpasses $1.5 Million, Overtakes Keanu Reeves’ Brzrkr

Oni Press has achieved a significant milestone with its Kickstarter campaign for the graphic novel “Murder Drones.” The campaign has exceeded $1.5 million, surpassing the previous record held by Keanu Reeves’ “Brzrkr.” This accomplishment places “Murder Drones” among the top five highest-funded comic projects in Kickstarter history.

Details of the “Murder Drones” Kickstarter

The fundraising effort for “Murder Drones: The Official Graphic Novel” comes from Oni Press and is based on an animated series by Glitch Productions. Here are some key details about the campaign:

• Amount Raised: Over $1.5 million
• Campaign Status: Overtook Keanu Reeves’ “Brzrkr” record.
• Significance: Among the Top Five highest grossing comics on Kickstarter.
• Highest Grossing Campaigns:
  • Transformers
  • G.I. Joe
  • Good Omens adaptation
• End Date: The campaign concludes at 11:59 PM ET on Tuesday night.

Release Information

The “Murder Drones” graphic novel is set to be released in November 2026. Prior to that, comic retailers will receive single-issue versions, with the first issue, “Murder Drones #1,” launching in February 2026.

The Animated Series

“Murder Drones” is built on a hit animated series created by Liam Vickers, which has garnered over 330 million views worldwide since its debut in 2021. The series has achieved substantial recognition, including two Webby Awards for Best Animated Video.

Creative Team

The graphic novel adaptation features:

• Writer: Wyatt Kennedy
• Art: Jo Mi-Gyeong
• Covers: Alessio Zonno

Story Synopsis

The narrative unfolds in a future where humanity has succumbed to a devastating disaster on the mining exoplanet, Copper 9. The story focuses on worker drones who, outlived by their creators, must rebuild society amidst threats from disassembly drones and a mysterious entity called the “Absolute Solver.”

Future of Oni Press

Oni Press has enjoyed a productive year and looks promising for 2025. They recently rebranded with a new logo and expanded their portfolio by acquiring Matt Kindt’s Flux House imprint from Dark Horse. Despite losing the “Rick & Morty” franchise, the success of “Murder Drones” could pave the way for future growth.

As the Kickstarter campaign approaches its end, excitement continues to build. Fans can look forward to both the graphic novel and the single-issue releases in the coming years.