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.
Sonic the Hedgehog x Godzilla #1 – Written By Nick Marino – Art By Jack Lawerence – Colors By Reggie Graham - Letters By Ed Dukeshire – Edited By Riley Farmer -Published By IDW Publishing
Credit: IDW Publishing
STORY OVERVIEW:
Sonic and Dr. Eggman are battling through the streets of Station Square, so it is a normal day in the world of our favorite Hedgehog. Suddenly, their fight gets interrupted by some very powerful beings, Mechagodzilla & Mothra! Eggman finds himself in awe over Mechagodzilla, well Sonic tries to save as many of the citizens of Station Square as he can. As they deal with this Kaiju threat in their own way, the only thing that is for certain is that business has picked up in their world.
WRITING:
This first issue of Sonic the Hedgehog x Godzilla hits the ground running and keeps the action up throughout the duration of the issue. Nick Marino puts the reader right in the middle of the battles. Whether it’s Sonic vs Eggman or Mechagodzilla vs Mothra or a combination of all four, the action never stops. This creates a sense of excitement and overall adventure that sets a great tone for what’s to come. Marino takes great care in keeping the characters in this story true to themselves and their source material. This will surely make fans of both franchises happy and coming back for more. Most importantly, Marino keeps this book family friendly, which will lead to generations of fans being able to enjoy this together.
ARTWORK:
The artwork in this first issue captures this world perfectly and is very reminiscent of the Sonic the Hedgehog cartoon and comics from years ago. Jack Lawerence uses this cartoon style to great effect and hits older readers with a sense of nostalgia. The style also lends itself to the family nature of the story as well. The character designs are instantly recognizable and comfort the reader with a great sense of familiarity. Seeing the Kaiju in the design of the world of Sonic is super cool and is sure to please fans of all ages. Reggie Graham’s color pallet matches the cartoon art with its vibrant colors. The art team is doing a great job with bringing this world alive and putting the reader in the middle of all the action.
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Final Thoughts:
Sonic the Hedgehog x Godzilla #1 is a fun and entertaining action-packed ride that the whole family can enjoy. Taking two of the most recognizable franchises and bringing them together should lead to a successful outing. This is a great title to share with younger readers in your house and will be a great bridge into building future fans of both franchises. Make sure to get down to your Local Comic Shop before Monday June 8th and order your copy, to make sure you don’t miss out on getting a copy when it drops on July 15th!
FINAL GRADE: 8.5/10
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