Aquamen #1 kicks off with promise, providing a smooth continuation for old readers and a solid jumping-on point for new.

Worlds Finest #1 is a gorgeous title that trades in the grit for some much-needed fun, setting itself apart and above in the process.

Batman Beyond: Neo Year #1 is essential reading for any fan of the show.

Batman: Fortress #1 is a ponderous opening salvo with more style than substance.

Despite some familiar territory, Batman: The Knight #1 offers an intriguing opportunity to redefine the Dark Knights origins with a more sinister focus.

Lovingly written and masterfully drawn, Do a Powerbomb #1 is the rare wrestling comic that is so good it will appeal to fans and critics alike.

Flashpoint Beyond #0 struggles to find its raison d'tre, hampering inspired art with joyless retread.

The Jurassic League #1 is exactly as rad as you hoped.

Death of the Justice League succeeds on the strength of fast-paced storytelling and knockout visuals.

Monkey Prince #1 is a very strong new superhero debut, in which the creative team establish pathos, running jokes and a solid character foundation that will bring readers back for Monkey Prince #2.

Nightwing #89 is the rare crossover that reminds you why you love comics.

Rogues #1 rises above its genre with a thoughtful, well-paced thriller that promises to rank among 2022s best DC titles.

Suicide Squad: Blaze #1 is a serious, brutal and deeply human take on the Squad that appeals to both superhero fans and detractors.

It may start slower than most event books, but Trial of the Amazons #1 offers enough intrigue and dire stakes to keep readers coming back.