In a generation where the Internet suffers from ADD, people want new content at a consistent rate. Thankfully, Rob DenBleyker, Kris Wilson, Dave McElfatrick, and (formerly) Matt Melvin came together to answer that call with webcomic, Cyanide and Happiness.

Originally created in 2004, the comic was showcased on sites like MySpace, Quora, LiveJournal, and Facebook. It wasn't until 2005 that the project began running daily, publishing new comics on explosm.net. (Note, it is a mature read and may not be suitable for younger readers.)

Interestingly, throughout 2006 all the creators were in different areas and used Skype for any of their collaborations. Since most of the comics are individual efforts, this didn't cause too many issues. The creative team finally met face-to-face at the 2007 Comic-Con International: San Diego.

Cyanide and Happiness often features comics of a controversial nature, including dark humor and a sometimes surrealistic approach. However, the project does include some "cleaner" comics as well. Wilson and DenBleyker have attributed the comics influence to The Far Side, White Ninja Comics, and Monty Python among others.

In addition to Depressing Comics Weeks, which is exactly what it sounds like, they also produce Guest Weeks where readers can submit entries to be featured throughout the week. In 2014, they started animating works and produced 11 full-length episodes of The Cyanide and Happiness Show.

This year, the company opened a Kickstarter for a Cyanide and Happiness game, Joking Hazard. Cards represent panels of a three-panel comic and the players must attempt to form a humorous combination. In March the funding finished with over $3.2 million in backing.

Game night is about to get a whole lot better!