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THE HORROR OF GODZILLA #1 (IDW Publishing)
Since IDW Publishing has launched the Kai-Sei Era of Godzilla, they’ve really taken the franchise to new places. The risks they have taken with new and original stories in this legendary franchise have paid off in big ways. Once again, they have brought us something new, fresh, and horror filled with The Horror of Godzilla! The first issue of this four-issue miniseries from IDW Publishing is set to rumble its way into comic shops on July 29th, 2026. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday June 15th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #19 (IDW Publishing)
After all the drama and conflict that went down in the Ujigami Saga, the Hamato family deserves a break and some fun. As the Turtles and Splinter take Shen out and show her New York. Will this be enough to make her feel at home in this new time and city?
FIRST LOOK: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG x GODZILLA #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Two massive franchises collide and the fans of both shall rejoice! What happens when the fastest Hedgehog in the universe meets the King of the Monsters? An entertaining and fun adventure that the whole family can enjoy is what happens. The first issue of Sonic the Hedgehog x Godzilla from IDW Publishing is set to arrive on July 15th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday June 8th, 2026, IDW PUBLISHING gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
GODZILLA #11 (IDW Publishing)
The showdown between Jacen/Godzilla and May is finally upon us. Unfortunately, for the King of the Monsters and his human copilot, May is not what she seems at all. Finding out exactly what and who she is, will open up thoughts and memories that Jacen has locked deep.
EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #2 (IDW DARK)
The story keeps getting crazier as we get deeper into this nightmare. We find a little more about Skylar Mooney, her tortured youth, into her marriage to Durante, and right up to where we are today. Speaking of that, the crew start to realize that the Event Horizon is a living nightmare, and they are trapped in it.
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #3 (IDW DARK)
The endgame and final battle between the royal family and the demon that stalks them is here. As the demon has taken full possession of Prince Theo, its true motives are revealed. Can the family along with Prime Minister Carnegie save Theo and the nation?
FIRST LOOK: THE ROCKETEER: INFILTRATOR #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
It’s April of 1944 and the United States is desperate to find out about a secret Nazi weapon. So, they reach out to Cliff Secord, the Rocketeer! Alongside his girlfriend Betty, they must infiltrate a Nazi movie production and find out what and where this secret weapon is. The first issue of this series from IDW Publishing is set to arrive on July 8th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday June 1st, 2026, IDW PUBLISHING gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
FIRST LOOK: OPERATION: IRON COFFIN #1 (IDW DARK)
Ever wonder what would happen if you dropped Dracula onto a train full of Nazi’s during World War II? A gory, ass kicking, action-packed thrill ride is exactly what would happen. Operation: Iron Coffin takes us on that exact journey, and the hype surrounding this book is real and warranted. The first issue of this series from IDW DARK drops on July 8th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday June 1st, 2026, IDW PUBLISHING gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #3 (IDW DARK)
Terri is still trying to get Mia and herself to safety while it is raining so their movements aren’t heard by the aliens. But what happens when the rain stops? Can the town continue to survive, or will more victims be added to the body count?
Star Trek: Celebrations 2026 #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
One must truly question what media and culture would look like without Star Trek. Gene Roddenberry’s vision was more than just another science fiction adventure show featuring the monster of the week.
No, it was more bold than that. They showed us that humanity could overcome our worst traits and that we could build a better tomorrow together.
THE ROCKETEER: THE ISLAND #3 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Cliff, Goose, and TinTin are looking for Betty and Miss Payne on this Island that time has forgotten. They must dodge the natives, dinosaurs, and of course the king of the island, Kong. Will our rescue team be able to save the ladies or will they stumble on to something much larger?
TALES OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #6 (IDW Publishing)
We have hit the final issue of this mini-series by writer Andrew Joustra. Fugitoid must make his final stand and save his newly found friends and the people of New York. Unfortunately, standing in his way is the E.P.F and their nearly completed Menta-Wave antennae. Can Fugitoid & the Turtles save the day?
SHREDDER #8 (IDW Publishing)
Shredder is in Tokyo and is trying to take back what was once his, the Foot Clan. Part of the Foot Clan has become this offshoot gang, the Dog Star Clan. As they try and take out Shredder it becomes clear that they are being controlled by the Yakuza. Can Shredder handle the Dog Star Clan and the Yakuza by himself?
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #3 (IDW DARK)
Freja was the next inflicted with the “curse” and it appears that she passed it on to Lena. Well Lena slips into madness, Ivy continues to struggle with not only the crazy deaths, but also the sleazy world of modeling. Can they both break the cycle before it’s too late?
SEVEN WIVES #1 (IDW CRIME)
IDW Publishing has launched a new crime imprint called IDW Crime and the first series from this imprint is upon us! Seven Wives is a murder mystery about a controversial religious figure who is murdered at the pulpit. Now, detectives must figure out who killed him by investigating his seven wives and oldest son.
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #18 (IDW Publishing)
The finale of the Ujigami Saga is finally upon us! Can our Heroes in a Half-Shell figure out a way to save themselves, the world, and their father? Even if they can save everyone and everything, will this be the end of their afterlife problems or just the beginning?
GODZILLA #10 (IDW Publishing)
The G-Force USA Team is in pursuit and trying to survive as the Kaiju stampede continues. However, it gets weirder when the team finally make their way to the finish line. As they try and figure out what is going on, an enraged Jacen who is in his Godzilla form has also shown up to the party.
FIRST LOOK: KILLER INFLUENCES #1 (IDW CRIME)
When a small-town serial killer and a fledgling newspaper writer/podcaster aspire to be more, what will they do? Become viral and internet famous of course. But what happens when their road to fame and infamy takes off? This new series from IDW Crime launches on July 1st, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday May 25th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #2 (IDW DARK)
The Shadow has its claws firmly dug into Prince Theo and the Royal Family. As the next King of England is dealing with this supernatural attack, the country is dealing with the possibility of going to war over a perceived attack. Can everyone hold together and overcome or will the demon that is possessing the Royal family win out?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #2 (IDW DARK)
The mayor refused to listen to her brother and now Pearl is under attack by the alien menace. Terri and Mia are struggling for survival using the aliens lack of being able to swim to survive. Can they outlast the threat, or will they succumb like far too many in the town?