Absolute Superman #23
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| Writer | Jason Aaron |
| Artist | Juan Ferreyra |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
Superman’s hunt for Brainiac brings him up against the Toyman, who may just be the most terrifying villain the Man of Steel has faced yet—and their confrontation will leave Superman shaken in ways he never thought possible!
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Nerd Initiative - Matthew Roth
Sep 02, 2026Absolute Superman #23 is hard hitting and intense as Kal-El is hunting Braniac, who is always ahead of him by mere seconds. The mind games mix into reality and pushes Superman in a way I don’t believe any of us have ever seen in a comic before. This issue will leave you sitting and thinking with your own thoughts and is one that should be talked about as one of the most powerful superhero issue of the year. Read Full Review
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But Why Tho? - William Tucker
Sep 02, 2026Absolute Superman Issue 23 perfectly represents the loss of control in an inhuman being. The pulsating rage beats off the page when Superman unleashes his fury, and it’s amazing to see him let loose. Read Full Review
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9.5
Fanlight Zone - Ken M.
Sep 02, 2026An unthinkable evil forces Superman to question his ethics while searching for Brainiac! Aaron challenges the soul of hope with a superb script. Ferreyra unlocks a wide array of responses to the troubles brought forth. A stunning look at the Intricacy of hope in the Absolute Universe. Read Full Review
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9.5
Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles
Sep 03, 2026After the Reign of the Supermen arc it would have been understandable for the creative team to take a moment to recollect and prepare for the next big arc. This team isn’t resting on their laurels and seems dialed in with making this an epic, memorable run. Read Full Review
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9.5
SciFiPulse - Ian Cullen
Sep 08, 2026This was a fairly strong issue that gives us an insight into Superman’s inner thoughts, which are surprisingly dark, despite the fact that his thought process could be justified. Whether it is right or wrong, however, is a completely different matter. Read Full Review
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9.4
Comic Watch - Christian Laspada
Sep 02, 2026Absolute Superman #23 next chapter in an epic new arc. A mix of real-world parallels and Superman’s fight for freedom is the refreshing take we needed. The narrative is strong, emotional, and filled with timely, relevant themes. If you’re not reading Absolute Superman, you are missing out. Read Full Review
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9.0
COMICON - Olly MacNamee
Sep 08, 2026Superman seeks Brainiac and, in doing so, uncovers a sinister secret of Toyman that almost drives him to the breaking point. It’s an issue that highlights a crime so in step with our own world; you too might side with Superman in the brand of tough justice he dishes out to Toyman. Read Full Review
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8.5
Comic Book Revolution - Kevin Lainez
Sep 07, 2026Absolute Superman #23 is another reminder of Kal-El’s strength. Specifically, how terrifying Superman’s physical strength can be if he lets go of his control over his power for even a split second. Read Full Review
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8.0
Henchman-4-Hire - Sean Ian Mills
Sep 05, 2026What starts as a somewhat standard issue comes together nicely with a big thematic payoff in the end. Read Full Review
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8.0
Comic Book Clique - Frank Jarome
Sep 07, 2026Absolute Superman #23 is a dark issue where Kal-El faces a foe that is a little too realistic and close to home. The horrors he witnesses here threaten to finally break the Man of Steel as he struggles with his rage, and the glimpses of what that could mean are chilling. But in the end, he's still Superman, so he manages to overcome. But at what cost? Read Full Review
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7.0
Supergirl Comic Box Commentary - Anj
Sep 07, 2026Whew. Heady issue. I hope this doesn't seep too much in thinly veiled real life politics. I don't read comics for that. At times I felt like Aaron was trying to preach to me, never a good thing. But it certainly made me pause and think. Read Full Review
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Immaculate as always. Aaron is just wonderful. In the context of the Absolute Universe, this was still quite shocking.
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