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DEVIL ON MY SHOULDER #4 (DARK HORSE COMICS)
The woman has finally made it to the last of the boys that ruined her life and complete revenge is almost hers. However, she still wants to know who the fifth boy is, but the answer to that question is the key to everything.
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #1 (IDW Publishing)
The Royal Family is lost at Sea, and this leaves the black sheep of the family to be named the next King. The unanswered questions are how did this happen and is there a dark cloud hanging over the Belmont family?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #1 (IDW Publishing)
The small island town of Pearl, Iowa is preparing for a storm, but it’s not bad weather that’s on its way, instead it’s an alien invasion. The world has been attacked by aliens that are hunting for anything that makes a sound, and Pearl is in the direct path.
FIRST LOOK: EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW Publishing)
Following up one of the best horror comic book series of 2025, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, we find ourselves back in the world of Event Horizon. This time instead of another prequel to the classic sci-fi horror movie, we are getting a sequel! Event Horizon: Inferno takes place 200 years after the events of Event Horizon: Dark Descent, as a billionaire has tracked down the location of the Event Horizon and wants to unlock its nightmarish secrets. This new series launches on April 22nd, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday March 16th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #6 (IDW Publishing)
As the citizens of Woodbrook close in on Samantha, she has decided to go out in a blaze of glory. With nothing left to lose and her back against the wall, she is more dangerous than ever. Who will survive and will Sam finally be stopped?
NECTAR #1 (VAULT COMICS)
An evil horror is about to descend into the comic shops.
A small town not far from Salem, Massachusetts in 1837 sees an outbreak of a different type of plague. Butterflies are biting people. Yes, Butterflies.
30 DAYS OF NIGHT: FALLING SUN #3 (IDW Publishing)
The final stand for the people of Barrow is upon us. As the Vampires close in on them and force a final showdown, how will the people survive? Things are a lot worse for Jalen as the gang from L.A have also made their way to Barrow as well.
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Ivy Munroe has made it to New York City as a new model for the Surface Modeling Agency. This should be a dream come true; however, a dark cursed cloud hovers over her head. When predators of the industry are the least of your worries, you are in some serious trouble.
BARBARIC: THE LONG DEATH #2 (VAULT COMICs)
What have Owen and company gotten themselves into now?
Soren’s powers have caused a return visit home. The witch needs to find answers and fast. Orrick and the Black Knight are waiting to welcome Owen and Axe into death. Somehow, this isn’t going to end in a peaceful discussion.
DEVIL ON MY SHOULDER #3 (DARK HORSE COMICS)
As the young woman continues the revenge tour and the rest of the boys that tortured her are on the run. The question isn’t if she will get to them, but who will she get to first? We won’t have to wait long for the next one to fall.
EVENT HORIZON: DARK DESCENT #5 (IDW Publishing)
With only two crew members left to stop whatever Paimon has planned for the Event Horizon and its return to Earth. Can Jenifer and Sara get past their own baggage and stop this nightmare from continuing? This is the final issue for this story arc…or is it?
FIRST LOOK: THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #1 (IDW Publishing)
The Royal Family is lost at Sea, and this leaves the black sheep of the family to be named the next King. The unanswered questions are how did this happen and is there a dark cloud hanging over the Belmont family? The Exorcism at Buckingham Palace is the much-anticipated sequel to The Exorcism at 1600 Penn. This new series launches on March 11th, 2026 with issue number one. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday February 2nd, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy of issue one for a SPOILER FREE review.
FIRST LOOK: A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #1 (IDW Publishing)
The small island town of Pearl, Iowa is preparing for a storm, but it’s not bad weather that’s on its way, instead it’s an alien invasion. The world has been attacked by aliens that are hunting for anything that makes a sound, and Pearl is in the direct path. IDW Publishing is adding to the lore of the hit A Quiet Place movie franchise with the release of A Quiet Place: Storm Warning #1 on March 11th, 2026. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday February 2nd, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy of issue one for a SPOILER FREE REVIEW.
IT KILLED EVERYONE BUT ME #5 (Mad Cave Studios)
Sutton finally has to take a stand if she hopes to save Mason from the Stain. However, she cannot do this alone, but her only ally must be the one thing she despises most on Earth, the Heathen. Will Sutton be able to slay the physical and mental demons that haunt her or will this all be too overwhelming? The time to find out is now, as this is the final battle.
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #5 (IDW Publishing)
As Monica and Sam are on the hunt for Nigel’s burial ground, Monica finds out Sam’s dirty secret. Now the hunter is feeling hunted and how will this affect the entire town going into the final chapter?
MARVEL: BLACK, WHITE & BLOOD AND GUTS #4 (MARVEL COMICS)
Horror is back in a big way at Marvel Comics.
Their “Black, White, & Blood and Guts” series has been throwing classic Marvel heroes into uncomfortable tales. The result has been nothing short of a fantastic trip into the wild side of the MCU.
DEVIL ON MY SHOULDER #2 (Dark horse comics)
Let the all-out revenge begin! Four years after they left a young woman for dead, after committing unspeakable tortures on her. Now, she is back for her revenge, and it will be as brutal as her original confinement.
I Saw Santa: A SPAWN CHRISTMAS STORY #2 (IMAGE COMICS)
Year after year Santa is being tormented by a naughty lister named Charlie who murders a family every year to taunt Santa. Saint Nick has gotten tired of this game and he’s ready to end it once and for all. How will the final showdown between the jolly one and the naughty one play out?
SISTERHOOD: A HYDE STREET STORY #5 (ghost machine/image comics)
For Violet and Sophia, this is the end of the road.
After dying in a sorority hazing, Violet’s spirit has taken over her best friend. Under her influence, Sophia has done some murderous deeds. That pails in comparison to now.
EVENT HORIZON: DARK DESCENT #4 (IDW Publishing)
As Captain John Kilpack goes further into madness, caused by The Hell King Paimon. We find out what really happened during the epic and infamous Blood Orgy scene in the Event Horizon movie. What will become of the captain and the doomed crew of the Event Horizon?