DUKE #1 is everything I want from a G.I. Joe comic book, must buy! Read Full Review

While I can't call myself an expert, I'm extremely knowledgeable on the topic and am SUPER excited for this journey to being. This book looks fantastic and is a quick fun read. I can't wait to see where this goes. Read Full Review

Taking full advantage of a shared universe between Void Rivals and The Transformers, Duke #1 is positioned wonderfully to jump right into what's already been established. Duke has already entered the fray after an unforgettable encounter with Starscream. Read Full Review

Williamson constructs a magnificent combination of high-stakes drama and thunderous action to welcome back the face of G.I. Joe to comic fans. Adding in the electrifying imagery of Reilly, Bellaire and Wooton only elevates an incredible issue even higher. This is one not to miss on New Comic Book Day! Read Full Review

Duke #1 is one of the textbook examples of how to do a reboot. It won't just appeal to the G.I. Joe fanatics or an agnostic like myself, but anyone who loves a good action-thriller. Williamson is slated to tackle the other side of the coin with the upcoming Cobra Commander series next month, and a small part of me can't help but say "YO JOE!" Read Full Review

Duke #1 is another hell of a start for the “Energon Universe.” As part of Transformers and Void Rivals, the trio of comics set up pillars for what's to come, each with their own voice but all tied into each other in ways that don't feel forced. A solid start that hopefully delivers an update to a classic property and keeps it going for another 40 years. Read Full Review

DUKE #1 is a taut, tense espionage thriller that puts Duke on the run from a shadowy corporation and the government he served. Williamson crafts an excellent espionage story with layers of conspiracy and paranoia, and Reillys art is a perfect fit for Williamsons script. Read Full Review

I will say if you are loving what Skybound is doing with the Energon Universe, Duke is going to be an issue you do not want to miss. Read Full Review

'Duke' is not a comic for just GI Joe fans, it's for all fans of smart action thrillers steeped in mystery and political intrigue. Williamson, Reilly, and Bellaire deliver genuine thrills in a blistering debut that raises the stakes for what reimagined stories of existing IP can do.  Read Full Review

Duke #1 might not pack the same wallop as the early issues of the new Transformers run, but after enduring the incoherent mess of IDW's run on G.I. Joe in the late 2010s, I'll happily take a more streamlined version of the property rather than the endless parade of goofily-named characters mowing down enemies with extravagant military equipment. Read Full Review

Great started to this series, great introduction to the G.I. Joe corner of this new Energon Universe. Read Full Review

This book had high expectations.

It met them.

Yo Joe.

Duke #1 isn't just a comic book revival; it's a revelation. Williamson breathes new life into the G.I. Joe franchise, crafting a story that's both fiercely nostalgic and thrillingly fresh, even for someone who did a lot of reading up on G.I. Joe over the past few months. No matter your familiarity level, Duke #1 will grab you by the shirt and drag you into its world. Williamson's masterful character development makes you care deeply about Duke from page one. Williamson’s writing brilliantly sets Duke up as a bruised & battered figure who has seen better days, but with the resolve to battle through and find better days.

The action sequences are pure adrenaline, bursting off the page with Williamson's kinetic script and Tom Reilly's stunning artwork. Reilly's art visual storytelling at its finest, with every panel oozing with energy and detail. There is a specific portion of the issue, containing minimal dialogue, where Reilly’s artwork perfectly captures the tension and intensity of an espionage mission. I sat at the edge of my seat with bated breath as my eyes shifted from panel to panel, guided by Reilly’s wonderous artistic hands. The colors by Jordie Bellaire are a feast for the eyes, adding depth and atmosphere to Reilly’s linework and rounding out the world of Duke. Rus Wooton’s letter work also gives the biggest moments the “wow” factor, with onomatopoeia that makes it seem like you’re listening to the issue inside an IMAX theater.

But it's not just the action and thrills that make Duke #1 shine. Williamson weaves in thoughtful themes of loyalty, duty, and the cost of war, giving the story, and Duke himself, surprising emotional heft. This isn't just a mindless, Michael Bay film expressed on pages; it's a storytelling masterpiece that stays with you long after you turn the last page. It's a love letter that simultaneously reinvents a franchise for a new generation. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer like me, this is a book you absolutely can't miss. more

This series shows much promise. After Duke's cameo in Transformers I had to see what becomes of him. This gives us a bold new start for G.I. Joe that still remains pretty faithful to its roots, just as Transformers is doing. I expected good things from this book and it did not disappoint. So that gives me high expectations for the rest. I'm real excited because this is the first I've been into G.I. Joe comics since last time Image had the rights 20 years ago. I only hope they don't blow it.

Well hot dang that was an amazing first issue. Gives you what you need to know, a couple shots of motivation and tragic plot points, great action, and a promising start to this 6 issue series. I flipped the last page and wished it was a trade that I could read in one go. To me that is the best kind of success. I was left wanting more.

I'm a huge GI Joe fan boy. But outside of the image run from the early 2000's (?) I've never really been a fan of the GI Joe comics. But this was an awesome debut and I am very much looking forward to this series. And
Williamson has been crushing it ever since Birthright. So, yeah, very excited about this.

Very strong start.

What brings this down for me is the art. I'm not a fan. After reading and dropping Larry Hama's GI Joe due to major disappointment, I was cautious in picking up Duke. Thankfully, I was pleasantly surprised. I love this setup with Duke being on the run attempting to find the Decepticons (I think it was Starscream in the beginning). Now Stalker (one of my favs) and Rock & Roll are sent after him. I am very much looking forward to the next issue. Now, if we can only get Williamson to write a good Green Arrow story.

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