Rob's Picks:

Superman X Spider-Man #1 The big two join forces to reunite Peter Parker and Clark Kent in another super-sized crossover, and it delivers exactly what you’d hope: scale, spectacle, and a clear love for both characters. Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez headline with Truth, Justice, and Great Responsibility, sending Peter on assignment with Clark to a high-tech lab break-in that quickly spirals into a team-up against a combined threat from Doctor Octopus and Brainiac. The story smartly skips multiverse logistics and dives straight into the fun, letting the heroes’ chemistry and the villains’ shared intellect drive a tight, engaging plot. Jiménez’s art is as dynamic and iconic as ever, elevating every page. Tom King and Jim Lee shift gears in The World’s Finest, where Lois Lane and Mary Jane steal the spotlight with sharp, breezy banter while the heroes clash with a Sentinel, subverting expectations in a playful way. The supporting stories round things out nicely—Matt Fraction’s darkly funny Jimmy Olsen piece, Sean Murphy’s 2099 crossover pairing Miguel O’Hara with Batman Beyond, and Gail Simone’s offbeat Blind Date all add variety. Like Batman / Deadpool, this anthology-style crossover offers something for everyone and makes the most of its stacked creative roster.

Marvel Knights: Punisher #4 This extra-gritty Punisher run goes out in a blaze of glory as Frank Castle brings his war against the Morello cartel to a brutal, definitive end. The issue moves at a relentless pace, mirroring Frank’s own headlong charge into violence, with early pages unfolding like a montage of chaos and carnage. The body count is staggering, but Palmiotti makes it clear that death isn’t the only form of punishment—Armando Morello’s fate is particularly memorable. Jimmy Palmiotti wraps up the narrative threads cleanly while continuing to use Everett K. Ross as a surprisingly effective counterbalance, injecting charm into an otherwise ruthless world. Dan Panosian’s art remains a standout, rendering every explosion, gunfight, and splatter of violence with striking intensity. Despite its connection as a prequel to The World To Come, this series stands firmly on its own as a no-holds-barred action story that doesn’t require outside context to hit hard.

Dungeons of Doom #3 The finale leans fully into the consequences it’s been building toward, as the horrors beneath Latveria threaten to spill out into the wider world. Each narrative thread converges on themes of reckoning and fallout: American soldiers succumb to a plague spread through an eerie, eldritch sound, forcing Red Hulk into an impossible choice, while Wakandan agent Umbra’s journey into the land of the dead takes a haunting turn. Meanwhile, Thaddeus Ross remains willfully blind to the damage caused by intervention, adding a sharp political edge to the story’s conclusion. Writers Benjamin Percy and Philip Kennedy Johnson strike a compelling balance between grotesque dungeon horror and thoughtful commentary, making the series feel both visceral and substantive. The rotating lineup of artists gives each segment a distinct identity, with the Latverian resistance chapter standing out for its wildly excessive body horror. It’s a fittingly chaotic and thematic ending that leaves readers wondering who, if anyone, emerges from the dungeon worthy of Doom’s mantle.

Solo's Picks:

Superman X Spider-Man #1 This week DC and Marvel skip the half-measures and go straight to the source, pairing their flagship icons for a crossover that genuinely celebrates what makes both characters timeless. Nearly every story in this anthology lands, with a strong emphasis on the shared ideals and humanity of Superman and Spider-Man rather than just spectacle. The standout entries come from Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez, whose story delivers a polished, modern take that hits all the emotional and heroic beats fans expect, and Sean Murphy’s Cobwebs of Tomorrow, which captures a kinetic, nostalgic energy that feels like a perfect Saturday morning cartoon distilled into a few pages. Murphy’s pacing and character choices shine, while Waid and Jiménez offer a more expansive, definitive interpretation of the duo. Compared to Deadpool/Batman, this collection feels more cohesive and thematically rich, making it an easy recommendation and a must-grab while it’s still on shelves.

Ultimate Endgame #3 This issue feels like the payoff fans of the Ultimate Universe have been waiting for, pulling together its many threads into a dense but surprisingly smooth reading experience. It leans into classic superhero storytelling while still finding room to twist expectations, particularly with its treatment of key characters. The Maker once again proves why he stands among Marvel’s most compelling villains, stealing the spotlight with his unsettling, unpredictable presence and elevating the stakes at every turn. Despite juggling a large cast and multiple plotlines, the issue flows naturally, rewarding attentive readers with meaningful developments and surprising turns that genuinely land. After a slightly underwhelming previous chapter, this installment restores confidence in the event with sharp writing and striking artwork, making it clear that the series is back on track in a big way.

Just Brutal #2 The second issue shifts gears to deepen the Savage family dynamic, trading some of the first issue’s momentum for a heavier dose of backstory and worldbuilding. Jordan and Winter are thrust further into their lineage as their parents unload centuries of history before abruptly upending their lives, forcing the siblings into a reluctant hero’s journey. The exposition is balanced well with an uptick in humor, as the family’s rapid-fire banter adds personality and keeps things engaging. Visually, the book continues to impress, especially when it leans into its more intense, “brutal” elements—bold colors and heightened saturation make the action sequences pop. A standout moment comes during Winter’s flashback, where a vividly rendered horde of Mordorks creates a striking and memorable sequence. While the shift away from Jordan’s perspective slightly changes the tone, the issue still delivers a fun, chaotic ride, capped off with a twist that makes the wait for the next installment feel longer than it should.