By Jon Donnis
There is something quite charming about seeing a classic make itself at home in a modern setting. Beano has been part of British childhoods since 1938, so its arrival on Comixit! feels like a natural next chapter. The platform launches to the public today, and it has been built with one clear goal. Give a new generation the fun of reading and making comics in a space that feels lively, safe and easy to dive into.
Comixit! bills itself as the world’s first kids-safe comic platform, and the partnership with Beano sets the tone straight away. The old favourites sit alongside tools that let kids create their own strips, which gives the whole thing an inviting hands-on energy. The app is loaded with comic content, challenges and games, including a December run of 24 Days of Comics. It has already picked up a reputation as a sort of Roblox for comics, mainly because it lets children build and even co-create their own stories.
It suits families rather well. The Christmas break can drag once the excitement settles, so the mix of games, comics and creative prompts offers something to keep everyone occupied. There is a running joke that kids might struggle to reclaim the app from their mums and dads, which says plenty about its appeal. Parents can also relax, since Comixit! keeps things safely moderated. It still counts as screen time, but it nudges children into reading through play, which feels like a smart bit of stealth learning.
Beano is not alone on the platform. Other UK publishers, including Markosia and Mayamada, add to the mix, and there is a solid amount of free content to go with the festive extras arriving through December. The app is available now on the App Store and Google Play with a special introductory price of £1.99, which is a hefty seventy per cent discount running until the end of 2025. Comixit! is aimed at ages seven to twelve, although it would not be surprising if a few nostalgic adults join in as well.
Get it now at www.comixit.app
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