Many stories set in Gotham look to explore the bleak, seedy underbelly of the city, often succeeding in their attempts. But considering how Gotham is already at a critical point under Bane's control, a microscope on the volatile Monstertown that zooms even further on some of its most captivating citizens is perhaps one of the best examinations of Gotham's dark side. Read Full Review

I love when characters like these get the spotlight, even though they tend to stick to the shadows. Gotham City Monsters is a great example of the kinds of solid storytelling you can get when you dabble with the darker side of the DC Universe. This debut issue sets the stage for an epic battle between good and evil. The funny thing is the good guys are far from your typical heroes, but they're definitely the ones you want on your side in a fight like this. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters is a book with a lot of style and heart, and is exactly the kind of offering that DC has been lacking for some time. Read Full Review

A solid opening issue of Steve Orlando. It has been a few years since I read any of DC Comics take on Frankenstein and had forgotten about his tendency to sometime talk in rhyme. I also loved how Orlando gradually introduces us to a few of the monsters and their tragic backstories throughout the issue. I'm wanting to look up Orca now on the DC Database to find out more about her. Because she is a character I was not familiar with until this issue. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters #1 is a strong introduction to a band of creepy characters. Its grimy and grotesque, often reveling in its own brutality. Exactly the kind of content you want from a comicbook that has Monsters in the title. Above all of that, though, Gotham City Monsters is simply a very fun romp through through the horror-filled corners of the DC Universe. Read Full Review

Overall, Gotham City Monsters #1 is an entertaining read thanks to great storytelling, gorgeous and gory artwork, and some excellently written dialogue. Read Full Review

With so much of the DCU seemingly focused on Gotham, it's easy to reach the point of over saturation, but this addition to the ranks is well worth checking out. It's a lot of fun and tackles a realm of the city even Batman rarely covers. Read Full Review

I have been waiting since the 1980s for a solid Monster storyline to appear in comics. JL Dark is a perfect compliment to this new part of Gotham, but in the meantime, settle in with a good road map towards Monstertown in Gotham City Monsters #1. You know what can happen in an alley in this city, but you never know what might be around the corner in this part of town! Read Full Review

With its team of antihero misfits working together in a world where the grotesque lives side-by-side with the so-called normal, this book is a better Angel series than the actual Angel comic over at Boom! Studios, and would scratch the itch of fans of that property. Its a shame that, so far anyway, it feels so separate from the magic side of the DCU. Read Full Review

With an interesting cast, a well-placed script, and impressive illustrations, Gotham City Monsters (2019-) #1 sets up what promises to be a strange yet successful mini-series. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters #1 was a great issue to get me into the “fall/Halloween” spirit even though it is early September and 96 degrees outside. Orlando does an exceptional job of writing Frankenstein and I am excited to see a lot more of that character. Orlando also makes it easy to jump into this six-issue mini-series with no prior knowledge and enjoy yourself and get invested in the story. The art is solid as well; it sets a nice tone and feel for the story and there are some good visuals throughout the issue. Read Full Review

A very good introduction to the monstrous side of the DC universe and how it is a relatively different issue from the mundane and mystical elements that permeate much of the comics otherwise. Read Full Review

If you're looking for a horror-themed comic from the big two, GOTHAM CITY MONSTERS #1 fills that space in a beautifully grotesque way! Between the dimly lit streets, horrific monsters, and general feeling of uneasiness, Monster City is a place best visited through a comic book. Read Full Review

An excellent start to a surprise mini-series,Gotham City Monsters #1(Orlando, Nahuelpan, Mulvihill, Napolitano) delivers a fun and thrilling delve into the more monstrous denizens of Gotham City. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters is a book about outsiders regaining their sense of worth in a world uprooted by chaos. I only hope Orlando digs deep into those themes and doesn't lose himself in upping the stakes of Melmoth's plot too much. Read Full Review

Keep an eye on this one " Gotham City Monsters has the potential to be one of the best comics events of the fall. Read Full Review

There's some lost potential in this story, but there's also a real sense of urgency. Combined with Amancay Nahuelpan's vivid art that captures the horror of the events effectively, this series is off to an intriguing start. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters rises above the status of sales grab to be a solid and engaging issue. Read Full Review

With this just being a six-issue run and part of the DC Universe service that I'm reading it on, it's an easy one to keep up with over the next few months. I like the cast of characters and to see where they stand, some of them a decade since I last saw them, has its appeal. I'm primarily curious about the big picture that's teased here and just wanting to see more of Killer Croc as he's a character I've liked with the way he's moved across the lines of being a villain. Orlando's script is fairly busy as there's a lot to introduce here and a lot of exposition style pieces to get things in place but it works well enough and will hopefully smooth out more as it progresses and the main event reveals itself. I like the curious cast of characters and getting to spend some time in Monstertown as well as Gotham is just where I like to see minor characters play within the DC world. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters #1 is an odd one. While the comic itself is entertaining it never quite makes the case as to why it needs to exist. With so many events and such a big story it ties in to, there's never a real sense of urgency or threat. The tone too in design and story never quite matches the concept both being a little light for what should be more serious. There's potential here but this may be one to wait for the eventual trade. Read Full Review

The end result is that the story is just okay and that the art is pretty okay. And that's about it. It seems like the creators are afraid to throw much caution to the wind so it ended up being kind of boring. And I'd rather crazy nuts than this. Read Full Review

The first issue is a basic intro story with a nice mixture of action sprinkled in. It's the art, however, that gives the issue a higher rating. On the other hand, I am hopeful we see things progress as the story moves forward. There's definitely enough to keep my interest for now. Read Full Review

As introductory issues go, this is a decidedly mixed bag. Frankenstein is probably the best-written character, but the storytelling relies too much on spoken exposition and not enough on allowing the reader to follow the characters as they find stuff out for themselves. Nahuelpan's art is very good, but the issue as a whole is disappointingly flat and, despite an intriguing cast, lacks the impact and sense of fun I was hoping for. Read Full Review

Gotham City Monsters already felt like a long shot title just based on concept alone, but without the execution to back it up, these horror heroes might be (un)dead on arrival. Read Full Review

Fantastic.

I've always had a soft spot for Orlando due to his affinity for Morrisonian concepts, and this does not disappoint.

I was one of the 5 people that read "The Unexpected" all the way through, and I'm happy that DC has given him a mini instead of an ongoing for his recent projects.

Seven Soldiers is one of my favorite works by Morrison, and I'm glad to see its better utilization than in that horrid Sideways arc written by DiDio.

I was on the fence about this one, but I am proud to say that it is worth every cent, and probably one of the better books that came out this week along with JL Odyssey #13.

It's funny how seldom DC reaches the weird, monstrous territories of its magical part of the world. Sure, The Upside Down Man in Justice League Dark was super refreshing and freaky when he appeared for the first time, but other than that, Rebirth didn't dive deep down into the sphere of surreal. Gotham City Monsters does, or at least touches its surface, promising more to come in the future. And I like it.

The comic feels genuinely different from other DC title available right now. I hope there's a solid niche for it, because I see potential in it.

Definitely recommend.

Giving me Seven Soldiers vibes but with horror characters. Not perfect, but I dig it.

Story: Good
Writing: Meh
Pencil/Ink: Good
Layout: Good
Color: Good
Lettering: Good

Bleh, no thanks. Hasn’t the legacy of Seven Soldiers suffered enough?

a little slow.

Ah, classic Steve Orlando. Incomprehensible.