The series was a bestseller for DC and has been reviewed positively by comic book critics, who praised its ambition and dramatic events. The story is credited with popularizing the idea of a large-scale crossover in comics. "Crisis on Infinite Earths" is the first installment in what became known as the "Crisis" trilogy; it was followed by "Infinite Crisis" (2005–2006) and "Final Crisis" (2008–2009). The story also serves as inspiration for "Crisis on Infinite Earths", an Arrowverse crossover event consisting of an episode each of "Arrow", "The Flash", "Supergirl", "Legends of Tomorrow" and "Batwoman".