NEW COMICS 4 THIS WEEK (07/16/25)
*All comics will be rated on a scale from 1 to 10*
Absolute Batman # 10 
Absolute Flash # 6 
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest # 41 
Catacomb of Torment # 1 
Detective Comics # 1099
Exceptional X-Men # 11
Godzilla Destroys The Marvel Universe # 1
Invincible Universe: Battle Beast # 3
New Gods # 8
Predator Versus Spider-Man # 4
Redcoat # 13
Spider-Girl # 2
Superman Unlimited # 2
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles # 10
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #41 – features Superman, Batman, and Robin stranded on Bizarro World. The story blends psychological horror with Silver Age humor in a modern setting that fits well. A particularly displaced Robin is thrown into the action without much exposition, allowing readers to immerse themselves easily. Adrian Gutierrez’s art, combined with Matt Herms’ coloring, creates chilling visuals that highlight the weirdness and chaos of Bizarro World. Gutierrez captures the Silver Age tone while sharpening the sci-fi elements. Mark Waid’s script excels at showcasing the chemistry between the heroes, with Robin serving as the audience’s voice to set the tone. The story’s nostalgic Silver Age feeling will resonate with older fans.
Catacomb of Torment # 1– The latest anthology in the EC Comics revival aims to deliver scares, but unfortunately, the result in this debut issue is a mixed bag. It had potential from the start, but falters due to the pacing and structure of the three installments. Big-name talents such as Matt Kindt, John Arcudi, Dan McDaid, David Lapham, and Marguerite Bennett contribute their creative efforts, but while the artwork in this issue effectively instills terror, two of the three stories stumble out of the gate. The standout installment by Matt Kindt and David Lapham, titled “Garden Variety,” features a serial killer and chef who uses human meat as fertilizer for his gourmet mushrooms. This chilling tale goes wrong for his dinner guest and evokes the classic style of EC stories from the past. However, the one bright spot that brings this premiere issue to a close is a random reprint of a William S. Gaines, Al Feldstein, and Graham Engels story from “Shock SuspenStories.” This reprint is frightening enough to invoke fond memories of an era when horror stories were renowned. While two installments in this issue may have been great reads, the rest could have been better. Hopefully, the next issue will improve upon these shortcomings.
Godzilla Destroys The Marvel Universe # 1– Godzilla battles characters from the Marvel Universe! The first issue is packed with exciting action and drama, presenting a strong plot that keeps readers interested. It features great character moments and powerful sound effects. However, there’s a question about why many of Marvel’s big heroes have not joined the fight yet (The Fantastic Four and The Avengers are the only ones on call). Toward the end, we learn the reason, which makes readers eager for the next issue. This intense start is a tribute to fans of Kaiju and monster movies, and it respects Marvel’s storylines while showing them being disrupted. Overall, this series looks like a fantastic action story that grabs attention from start to finish.. However, as the story unfolds, a satisfying explanation emerges towards the end, igniting anticipation for the next issue. This gripping debut stands as a heartfelt tribute to Kaiju and monster movie aficionados, expertly weaving Marvel’s rich continuities while simultaneously deconstructing them on each page. With all the hallmarks of a phenomenal action-packed saga, this series promises to captivate readers from start to finish. Don’t miss out on this electrifying adventure!
Well, that’s it for me this week. Thanks for sticking around, and I look forward to seeing you all next time.
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