Beta Testing the Ongoing Apocalypse

In Beta Testing the Ongoing Apocalypse (2022–present, Fantagraphics), Tom Kaczynski crafts a singular, speculative comic that examines how we cope with—and even monetize—the end of the world. This ongoing series, currently one issue deep, blends architectural theory with darkly comedic storytelling, exploring the psychological and physical infrastructures of collapse. Kaczynski’s precise, intricate art and sharp satire make it a distinctive voice in contemporary underground comics, questioning whether we’re preparing for disaster or just rehearsing our own irrelevance.