Twisting and turning, this intimate story starts big and only gets bigger.

A new take on The Hunger Games/The Running Man/Battle Royale for the living streaming age that rises above its opening premise.

Teenage dreams mixed with sci-fi nightmares, tuned for the 21st century. Gen Z is not okay!

Chaotic and emotional, "Alienated" #4 finds its throughline while navigating some pretty traumatic content.

Final Verdict: 9.4. “Alienated” #5 is nothing short of exceptional. Brimming with life, terror, and swagger, nothing about this comic is forgettable.

Raw and bold, this series is the calm before the storm, the storm itself, and the beautiful, empty sky that comes afterward. Wow.

Final Verdict: 6.0. More dust than danger, this is a post apocalyptic story that's still trying to find its footing.

"Ascender #6" gallops forward, adeptly merging unique art, purposeful writing, and space opera themes to great effect.

Furious and funny, this story is pulpy yet epic, grizzled yet jovial, and we just don't want more.

Brutal, bloody, boisterous, and all that bad bad good we love from this story.

A Cathartic road trip meets a catastrophic world wrecking.

The doomsday clock struck midnight, then got smashed with a sledgehammer. You need to get in here and read this.

Anchored by strong writing and elevated by moody art direction, "Bliss" #1 offers something sweet for urban fantasy fans.

Cleverly combining the routine trials of young love with utterly unique takes on parallel universes, this story wows on all fronts.

An original horror story mired down by some confusing choices.

Someone dropped a dragon into the middle of this small-town mob story and honestly, it works.

An effective and contemporary forbidden romance story that's sure to twist the knife deeper " we've only just begun.

Spicy and furious, this story pulls punches and doesn't stop until you're battered to a pulp, and then some.

Visually compelling but nevertheless a little incohesive, we're hoping that future issues of this story find its footing and live up to the potential in its premise

Mysterious and memorable, this is a well executed, sleek detective story wrapped up in a superhero costume that's just getting started.

Historical realism and fantasy merge to form an intriguing story anchored by well written characters.

Gasoline, grit, alien terror: Creature Feature is a buttery popcorn, all american fight for survival. Bring it on.

Smoldering and fierce, this is a revelatory entry into the heist genre that any serious comics enjoyer should pick up.

Overflowing in the best way possible " this comic is an explosion of excess and unyielding, chaotic fun.

"Ether: The Disappearance of Violet Bell" #4 has ozone energy. It's electric, kinetic, and pulsing with life.

Anchored by strong aesthetic choices and clear direction, this story is an erotic romp worth indulging. Savor these panels.

The plot thickens, the bark hardens, and things get weirder

Final Verdict: 9.6. "Family Tree" #6 is unrelentingly good. Why isn't this on your pull list yet?

An explosive finale to the current story arc, "Family Tree" #8 balances tight action with earned emotional beats.

Aesthetic and engagingwelcome to the Martian wild west.

From character to plot to setting, everything in "Geiger" clicks into place, making for a superb story that just radiates excellence.

A slice of life story for the lost hipster millennial, "Getting it Together" #4 feels relatable and satisfyingly wholesome.

Cthulu in fatigues. Godkillers is a precision strike of fantasy horror and military realism.

Deftly written and beautifully illustrated, "Grim #1 carves out its own space in a cluttered subgenre.

Full of pathos, pitch perfect art, and literary maturity, this story has the markings of a true classic.

Soft but spooky, a perfect story for a warm night in a cold winter.

Solid and effective storytelling that's bolstered by imposing, powerful art.

Final Verdict: 8.2. Engrossing and timely, this story is straightforward and deliberate in a way that never sacrifices quality.

Eerie and enchanting, "Indigo Children will pull you in with its magnetism.

Steamy, atmospheric, and easy reading horror for your next beach day, if you're into that kind of thing.

Subtle yet immense, political yet evenhanded, "Join the Future" threads the needle of expectations with a calculated hand.

Weird, sexy, and provocative, "Lonely Receiver" #1 brings up powerful questions of intimacy and autonomy.

To the point and enthralling, this is a fine addition to the mythos that should whet the appetite of newcomer and grizzled dreamer alike.

"Midnight Vista" #2, aptly titled 'The Mothership,' brings us aboard an unsettling and beautiful sci-fi horror, family drama. Buckle up and beam me up; this is a story to watch.

This UFO abduction story hasn't lost its shine, and goes beyond the tropes to deliver something fresh and sharply told.

"Miles to Go" rises above the usual tropes and delivers a suspenseful, smart, and sincere crime story full of pitch perfect characters.

"Miskatonic" #1 leans heavily into Lovecraftian themes to great effect and does well by updating the content for the 21st century " even if the characters feel a little one dimensional.

"Monstress: Talk-stories" shines a light on unexplored moments of "Monstress" lore, serving an emotional gut-punch as it does.

Black humor and evisceration abound, what joy! It's good to be back in Buckaroo.

this is horror of the finest quality.

High caliber, ambitious, and stone cold, "No/One should satisfy any fan looking for the intersection of intellectual crime noir and sleek superhero drama.

Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology treads familiar grounds but never comes off as trite, and is instead charming, funny, and an altogether cozy read.

A few more tricks and this old dog will be worth watching.

Anchored by beautiful art and clever set pieces, "Origins" #1 has some room to grow before its full potential is realized.

Visually stunning and brimming with occultist, murder mystery trappings, this story is one to watch.

Excellently colored and masterfully designed, this is a terror tale that mixes beauty and terror at pitch perfect levels.

"Postal: Deliverance" #5 reads like how pushing two non-joining puzzle pieces together feels: we know there's something here, but by goodness, it is not totally coming together.

While a pandemic adjacent story about rabid zombies and survivors may be too soon for some, "Rabid World" #1 will reward those willing to take the plunge with solid thrills and expressive characters.

Sustained by a well developed protagonist, "Red Zone" #1 brings some thrilling heat to a Soviet cold.

In space, nobody can hear you screambut maybe someone can hear you pray. And that might not be a good thing.

Sporting a robust story and plenty of spunk, "Scrapper #1 is an enjoyable if not groundbreaking story.

Propelled by the force of masterclass writing and transcendent, genre defining art, "Sea of Sorrows" absolutely sails " this ship is a thing of beauty.

Strong concept that needs a bit of a stronger execution before things take off.

Sleeping Beauties" #1 offers a unique mix of trippy scenery and impending horror, which makes us curious to see where this Stephen and Owen King adaptation goes next.

Space tyranny can get tedious, but at least it's honest work.

The stories in "Spectro will satiate even the most voracious fans of science fiction, horror, and the unsettling intersection of the two.

An interesting concept with strong characters and high stakes action that slightly suffers from the ersatz nature of its worldbuilding.

An effortlessly effective Star Wars tale, full of grit, action, and top notch storytelling.

Sharp and well paced, "Stealth" #5 gives us everything we want: intrigue, villain backstories, and a bright, emotional core.

Final Verdict: 8.6. Moody and sublime, this is another strong entry into the haunting anthology genre.

Immersive and bold, "That Texas Blood" will resonate with anyone thirsting for a full bodied, neo-western noir.

Radiant with inventive lore that delivers on its grim premise, "The Goddamned: Virgin Brides" #1 has heart and horror worth exploring.

Like Jenga from hell, "The Last God" #1 builds a beautiful fantasy world and then slams into it, full force with blood and gore. Here's to hoping it only gets messier.

Beautiful to look it if at times slow, this is a solid piece of dark, historical fiction that sheds light on a forgotten slice of World War II history.

This is a beautiful story full of drama, comedy, and superior art, all in equal measure " get this on your pull list ASAP.

"The Seasons Have Teeth does a lot more showing than telling, which makes sense for this subtle story about love, photography, and monsters.

Final Verdict: 8.3. Well paced and promising action, “The Union” #1 offers a fresh cast of characters in a uniquely British palatte that still feels accessible to all.

"The Visitor" #2 has Airplane Movie energy " if it's there and nothing else looks appealing, I'll take a look and be mildly satisfied. Let's hope things turn around before this story finishes its flight.

A Valentine's Day gimmick could be a lot worse than this, but also a lot better.

"Two Moons" is a gritty and nuanced addition to the historical fiction horror genre.

"Unearth" #5 delivers alien, horror visuals in spades, and everything else in a lower, but still acceptable suit.

A Powerful and plaintive telling of one of horror's archetypical femme fatales

A terrifying cybernetic apocalypse is upon us and all we can do is watch.

"We Live" #1 makes the most of its dramatic premise, delivering a story full of action, emotion, and unfettered creativity. This is an undisputed work of art.

"Werewolf by Night" #1 is quick, fun read that manages to pack a punch in terms of social commentary and general smarts.

An ambitious romp into the twin depths of space and sea that's hampered by pacing and plotting issues.

Slow boiling but worth the wait, the return to "Wild's End captures the terror and triumph of our first visit to Lower Crowchurch perfectly.