Sure, there are still a lot of unanswered questions hanging over this series; we don't know why the capes went crazy, nor do we know why their reign of terror remains confined to the city limits of Megalopolis. There are hints being dangled, but nothing even remotely concrete. At this point though, it's almost kind of fun not knowing, y'know? Simones typically strong character work combined with Calafiores dazzling visuals are more than enough to make this series an absolutely essential purchase, with or without an overabundance of unresolved plot threads. Plus, they throw in a bit of a curveball in the final pages which suggests that certain members of the rescue team may have their own agenda, one that goes a lot further than a mere “rescue”. If you like your characters to be realistic and intriguing, your artwork to be dynamic and detailed, and your superheroes to be insane and homicidal, Surviving Megalopolis is most definitely for you. Read Full Review

Simone is an icon at this point, and it's really great to see her go back to the well that made her famous and make it work. The second go at Megalopolis is gaining momentum with the continued charm of its predecessor. The book plays with the dichotomy of constant war, violence and injustice, alongside a very real need for people to continue living their lives. It comes across as one of the most pertinent and biting critiques of modern society that's on the shelves today. Leaving Megalopolis provides a little comfort to the reader while the tumultuous world around them keeps spinning with peril. Read Full Review

Regular readers of my reviews will know that Simone is a personal favourite of mine. This book is no exception. In the debate of who is more important, I will nearly always say writer, and for me, there is no better writer, on top of their game as Simone at the moment. Coupled with art that Perez fans should enjoy, this book is a treat to read. Read Full Review

I enjoyed the first issue and this second one just took it to another level. The writing and art are still on point and the storyline is going more in depth, adding additional sub-plots, and is beginning to answer questions we've been asking since the first novel. Everything is looking up for Surviving Megalopolis. Read Full Review

While not as strong as issue #1, Leaving/Surviving Megalopolis #2 is still good. Almost nothing goes to waste in this issue: all of the dialogue feels real and builds something, either character or the world around them; the plot moves along at a satisfying pace, keeping readers interested in the horrific happenings of the city; and the art does a good job of depicting the madness and desperation of the ruined Megalopolis. Read Full Review