America's Got Powers #2

Writer: Jonathan Ross Artist: Bryan Hitch Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: May 30, 2012 Critic Reviews: 12
7.9Critic Rating
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A generation of super-powered teens battle to be The Hero on the biggest TV event in history but Tommy Watt's dreams of fame and fortune might be over even if he survives The Trials. Someone is coming and he's going to destroy the show and everybody in it!

  • 9.0
    Comic Book Therapy - thorverine May 25, 2012

    This issue furthers the story but still has enough action to keep it feeling fast paced. Hitch's art remains spectacular and Ross has a great story so far. I really loved the first issue and this one adds more to the story so I give it a solid score of 4.5/5 Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Stash My Comics - Leo Johnson Jun 8, 2012

    Overall, a great second issue in what is shaping up to be a phenomenal mini-series. Definitely something to look forward to for the next few months. Ross and Hitch continue to deliver. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Comic Bastards - Neil Rodriguez May 31, 2012

    Overall, I enjoyed the book and I'm ready to continue reading this mini to its entirety just to see what turns it will take throughout the mini. The issue has good character development, a very interesting plot is brewing and the art is just killer in this book as it always is with a Bryan Hitch book. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Comics: The Gathering - lucstclair Jun 2, 2012

    Another fine looking issue from Jonathan Ross & Bryan Hitch (The Authority). Hitch’s illustrations come to life with the simplest of details like blood splatter, pieces of debris & explosions. His attention to detail is astonishing and I love the way he uses two page layouts with a couple of panels sketched into the corner pages. A great issue for a great title. See you in thirty! From Image Comics. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Comic Vine - Mat 'Inferiorego' Elfring May 30, 2012

    It may not have been as good as the first issue, but it's still darn awesome. America's Got Powers delivers a fantastic story in a cool new world. This book is bigger than the reality show and this issue takes a step away from that. What stands out most is Bryan Hitch's fantastic art. I love all the detail he puts into each panel, including all the random objects in the background. That's dedication. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Fanboy Buzz - TommyHancock May 30, 2012

    Bottom line(cause Stonecold said so): America's Got Powers has become one of my personal most anticipated comics. I honestly can't wait to see more. I recommend this title highly. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    ComicBuzz - cgscreamer Jun 27, 2012

    Ross and Hitch continue to deliver in this issue, giving a shock twist and a host of relatable characters with varying motives, as we hit the half way point of the mini, I can't wait to see what they have up their very creative sleeves next! Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Forces Of Geek - Atlee Greene Jun 4, 2012

    I can't wait to see what Ross has in store for the series as it captivates your attention in a way that makes you want to throw your money down. While the art is pretty decent, the interesting plot is what makes this series tick. I would highly recommend to pick up issue one if you haven't read it yet. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    IGN - Benjamin Bailey May 30, 2012

    Right?! Read Full Review

  • 7.6
    Outer Realm Comics - LeoFLJ Jun 2, 2012

    Overall, a great second issue in what is shaping up to be a phenomenal mini-series. Definitely something to look forward to for the next few months. Ross and Hitch continue to deliver. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    Newsarama - Erika D. Peterman Jun 4, 2012

    With several plot threads running simultaneously, America's Got Powers has set an ambitious course for its limited run. We'll see whether Tommy is up to the task of holding our interest for the rest of the journey. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    Major Spoilers - Matthew Peterson Jun 4, 2012

    A great many things are revealed in this issue, and it works both as a single issue and as a chapter in the ongoing narrative, while still maintaining some secrets for the 2nd and 3rd acts. The creators don't rage against the indignities of reality television, but they pointedly use all the criticisms of that medium to underline the brutal and dehumanizing conditions of our strange/familiar world. America's Got Powers #2 goes down smooth, playing with tropes but playing fair, and delivering a good reading experience, for 3.5 out of 5 stars overall. There are sci-fi, comics and young adult fiction bits floating around, but it's makes for an interesting goulash at the end... Read Full Review

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