The stories did not take place in the DC Universe.

This story takes place outside of the main DC Universe.

These shows were part of the DC animated universe.

The company is the eighth largest international conglomerate in the DC universe.

All of which are a part of the DC animated universe.

In 2006, the character was introduced to the main DC Universe.

It's also heavily implied that the series takes place in the DC animated universe.

The group included almost every villain in the DC universe, with rare exceptions.

The reverse may also be said with respect to the DC Universe.

Through the 1970s, the character was a regular presence in the DC Universe despite having no series of his own.