Readers of my reviews and listeners ofThe Definitive Crusade podcast,should know a few things about me by know. Fishnets rock, I am the DC Jeopardy king and I love both Batman and The Shadow. With a crossover like this,the temptation is to over critique as expectations are not normally met. Where this book is different, is that whilst my expectations were not met; they were surpassed. I would urge anyone who feels that current comic books rely on events too much to go and pick up this old school book, with two old school characters, created for the old school reader. Read Full Review

Run, don't walk, to get this. A fantastic story where the World's Greatest Detective lives up to his nickname and the Shadow creates some extraordinary fear in the Dark Knight. The visuals are sumptuous and flawless. A masterful book in every possible way. Read Full Review

The joy of Batman/The Shadow is not just in the engaging story and the top-notch art that would make it a top pick on any given week. What Snyder, Orlando, Rossmo and Plascencia have created is a mystery wrapped in all those elements, one that draws you in with its flagship characters and holds you there with the promise of a rewarding riddle to be solved in future issues. Read Full Review

So it's a meeting that probably shouldn't happen in the modern day - but if you can relax that inner voice that objects to continuity problems, you're sure to enjoy this issue. Read Full Review

This story is amazing. It's got a Batman that acts the way I like to see Batman acting: using detective skills, wearing disguises, and showing a proficiency in combat. The creative team also spent no time slouching when it comes to the finer details. They really did their research and included not only relevant details of the characters in-world, but also all kinds of references that highlight the characters existence in our-world. Read Full Review

Batman/The Shadow is exactly what this 90's Kid's inner child hoped that it would be. Riley Rossmo's art, and the writing from Steve Orlando and Scott Snyder is amazing. This is a must read. Read Full Review

This was a crossover that sounded cool and then surpassed my expectations. The only annoying thing here? Having to wait almost a full month for the next chapter. This is a really enjoyable read that should please both Batman and The Shadow fans. Read Full Review

From the outset, you can see Snyder's fingerprints all over this and I mean that in a good way. This story reads as a true detective style comic, with most of the issue being dedicated to the sleuth, Batman. Read Full Review

It's atmospheric, moody, and it's paced magnificently - everything a crossover like this would need, it's got. Read Full Review

Batman/The Shadow #1 & #2 are fantastic reads, they take into account various aspects of Batman's skill set as he investigates his latest mystery. The Shadow is a looming and ethereal figure presenting a great challenge to the Dark Knight. These issues have set a high bar for the rest of the series but there is no doubt that the series will continue to be just as great! Read Full Review

This first issue is an engaging mystery featuring two iconic characters and I'm looking forward to the next issue. Read Full Review

Made whole with Plascencia's rich colors, the debut of Batman/The Shadow is a moody and engaging trek down the darker path with two of comic's darkest heroes. Read Full Review

I'm always excited to see a partnership with the Dark Knight. Bruce Wayne is such a unique and brilliant character that a character will always evolve around him, and he will always evolve with the partnership as well. The Shadow's form of vigilante is dangerous, while Batman is aware of his surroundings. He tries his best to keep everyone out of harm's way, The Shadow does not and this will cause dilemma and tension. I am interested in their chemistry. In the past, they have established respect, I know this will happen but I'm also looking forward to an awkward friendship as well. Overall, absolutely mandatory for your comic collection and a must-read! Read Full Review

A strong first issue that sets up the detective angle well. Read Full Review

Batman/The Shadow shows every sign of living up to the recent high standard set by crossover comics like Star Trek/Green Lantern and Tarzan on the Planet of the Apes. It cleverly merges the two franchises and explores the enduring legacy of The Shadow in Gotham City, for good and ill. And thanks to Rossmo, the comic looks every bit as good as it reads. Read Full Review

Batman/The Shadow #1 proves that the creative team of Scott Snyder, Steve Orlando and Rily Rossmo know what has made these two properties so resonant with fans for nearly a century; the issue is long on atmosphere, noir touches and dark, pulpy mystery. I will say that the story, while intriguing and compelling, is very simplistic in its structure. It's effective in how it establishes its central mystery and in how it draws the reader in, but in terms of its narrative, it follows a pretty predictable pattern for a debut issue. But what it lacks in surprises it more than makes up for in atmosphere, so the issue is still a fun read. As such, it should please fans of both the Caped Crusader and the pulp and radio character who directly inspired him. Read Full Review

The ghostly presences of the Shadow builds towards a promising murder mystery in the latest Batman crossover. The noir-like art just adds to the action and looming danger that you won't want to miss. Read Full Review

Overall, as I mentioned, the mystery is fun and its not a bad start to this six-part cross-over. Read Full Review

Batman/The Shadow is absolutely worth the time and money to pick up and read. There is a clear passion for this project from all involved that will no doubt rub off on readers. Its a cheerful thought that this comic could be someones first introduction to an age-old character like The Shadow because its being handled so well. The creative team behind this wantTthe Shadow to have his time in the limelight again and this series is on track to accomplish just that. Read Full Review

First and foremost, this is a detective story. Most Batman books are action-focused, but this one gets back to the roots of both characters. It's a great introduction to the series, which looks promising thus far. So, head to your local comic shop and give this issue a read! Read Full Review

Off to a great start. Tune in next month to see where it goes - same Shadow time, same Shadow channel. Read Full Review

Batman/The Shadow #1 holds back on giving us a proper crossover, but it does provide lots of pulp fiction-style noirish mystery. Read Full Review

A cool book with a cool hook and some truly fabulous art, and yet tying The Shadow so closely to his original timeline, and Batman so conspicuously to the current day, does create a juxtaposition that doesn't quite work. Read Full Review

Overall, I'll be keeping this in my pull list. I know the second issue just came out (I'll review it soon, I promise), so here's hoping Batman gets his wits about him sooner rather than later. Read Full Review

It's a mixed bag of an issue, I might tune into the next issue but Snyder certainly knows how to write a much more concise, compelling issue than this and it's a disappointment to not see that here. Read Full Review

Dynamite's been doing a...well, quite frankly, dynamite job with the pulp heroes and the public domain supers, and it's great for the fans that they've been willing to share their sandbox with DC Comics, as they've done with their recent crossover with Wonder Woman '77and The Bionic Woman. (JSA / PROJECT SUPERPOWERS anybody? C'mon, it's low hanging fruit!) Putting Scott Snyder and Steve Orlando together to chronicle this meeting of the masterminds is a natural pairing, and Riley Rossmo's art has just the darkness and deco feel to it to blend the two worlds together. Read Full Review

Following the clues left by history, eventually Batman finds the Shadow's Sanctum, the heart of his operation. Yet, the discovery only leads to more questions. The Dark Knight hopes a trip to seek out a mutual acquaintance might yield better results, but as the Shadow told him – Batman isn't ready for the vigilante's world. Worth a look. Read Full Review

While I like the central idea, it's far too early to tell if this will turn out to be a great story. At this early stage, there's certainly a lot of potential, although I'm not as confident as I'd like to be that the potential will be fulfilled. The mystery around The Shadow's identity and his links with Henri Ducard are enough to make me interested in reading the next issue, but some of the inconsistencies in both art and writing make me unsure whether I'll enjoy it all that much when I do. Read Full Review

More than likely you'll buy this if you're a fan of either character, either writer or the artist. I'm not trying to stop you either. It's a safe, entertaining story, but it's not groundbreaking, and I'm not going to over hype it. It is what it is, and much like the crossovers from the 90s, in twenty years it will be forgotten or looked back upon in a list and nothing more. It also doesn't need to do anything more than that and hit its sales target. Read Full Review

I believe the Shadow is a popular character. Maybe if I had a better understanding of who he was, I would've enjoyed this book more. Either way, for fans who know and love both these characters I'm sure this was quite an epic event for them. For new readers I hope his character will be more fleshed out and less obscure. Read Full Review

While it does say it is a Batman/Shadow crossover it feels more like a Batman story with elements of a new/preexisting character. I am interested in seeing where this leads, along with it explaining who the Shadow is in this universe.

This was actually pretty good. There's more focus on the crime/mystery angle than a typical superhero slugfest.

Overall an enjoyable read as we see Batman try and track down the killer of one of Arkham's staff. This issue sets up a general but straightforward murder mystery giving us a chance to see Batman's detective work something I feel is missing from newer Batman runs. It doesn't answer a whole lot and leaves it nice a wide open with several ways it could go which has me very intrigued. The art and aesthetic scream the 50s which looks fantastic. Just a very nice enjoyable crossover that I think will be a lot of fun for both Batman and Shadow fans.

Fun enough start to the series. Snyder technobabble balanced out by some refreshing Batman art.