Another possibility is that superhero movies are expensive and complicated to make. Tools for making video entertainment have empowered a much larger number of

Another possibility is that superhero movies are expensive and complicated to make. Tools for making video entertainment have empowered a much larger number of people with the ability to create content. While many fan films and amateur productions are still poor in quality, others now match or exceed what Hollywood put out just decades ago for a fraction of the cost. Instead of trying to compete with these low cost productions, moving into mega blockbusters where the small guys can't follow keeps Hollywood's product unique.