A great first issue to get you excited for more. Read Full Review

Brandon does a good job introducing the reader to the world he has created for them. A future where crowded cities, corporate consumerism on every screen, and a techno driven society is surrounded and cloaked by the loneliness of space. Its a cold place where everyone serves their own interest. A place where loyalty and service comes with a price tag and if you are good enough even fame. So if you enjoy themes of old sci-fi movies like Logans Run, Rollerball, or Running Man, then don't miss out on this well written and beautifully illustrated story. Read Full Review

A very exciting first issue from some truly talented creators. Read Full Review

Even while playing covers, VS marches to the beat of its own drum. When some books find themselves in sheepish restraint, this comic pushes onward. It's both rare and invigorating to find a book that's able to cultivate and repurpose it's influences while still making a case for its own existence. As this series continues, let's hope Flynn is able to fully stand on his own legs, shoulder to shoulder with the sequential art giants so lovingly referenced by Brandon, Ribic and Klein. Read Full Review

I will confess after two reads I am still not completely sure what is happening. Is the gladiator battle Flynn's memory, or a VR game? Or both? My confusion only adds to my interest. I look forward to seeing this world unfold. Read Full Review

War being turned into a spectator isn't exactly a new concept, but VS handles it in an incredibly interesting way. While it is a little jarring when the book transitions you from Satta's civilian life to the warzone, it does make it feel more like a television show than a comic book. If you're looking for a beautifully, bloody good time and a new comic to add to your collection, don't miss out on VS. Read Full Review

The combination of Ribic's art and Brandon's writing filled me with adrenaline, and I had to write this review. The action movie genre is in a bit of a slump with universe building and reboots. VS quenched my thirst for action as it's an original idea soaked in 80s sci-fi nostalgia. The first issue is a fun read worthy of the cover price. Read Full Review

The characters are solid and the action is exciting -- and there is plenty of it. Read Full Review

The result is a comic that contains familiar elements, but offers an entirely fresh take on it all. In the midst of battle this bloody future becomes something irresistible. Read Full Review

The world is callous and cruel and only the unrelenting survive. In VS #1 it appears that what is left of human kind is without humanity of any kind. This debut issue has action galore and looks to have more of a story as time goes on. Read Full Review

The general concept driving this series is sound, but the fractured, spartan narrative makes it difficult to connect very deeply with the characters and their world in issue #1. Read Full Review

Ivan Brandon, Esad Ribic, and Nic Klein make a fascinating if troubled first outing with VS. Its interesting, and Ribic and Kleins artwork is incredible. Flynn isnt the most compelling lead, but he may be replaced or improved as the story goes on. I can recommend this one though. Feel free to check it out. Read Full Review

The entire team behind the book are able to tap into and deliver on that unspoken feeling with a comic that feels familiar, yet fresh at the same time. It walks that fine line of not being derivative, but influences are clear and readers will pick up on that and appreciate it. Image has presented another comic that has the potential to be a pillar of its medium and a representation of the times. Read Full Review

Im left at the end of this issue unsure where Vs will take us, and thats a good thing. All the right ingredients are here to make something truly remarkable, and if youll pardon these clichs, it may be that its just a slow-burner. Read Full Review

The design and artwork are spectacular from cover to cover. Unfortunately, the story itself becomes confused and this makes it difficult for the reader to become as immersed as the art requires. Read Full Review

VS #1 isn't a perfect entry point to a seemingly overtly complex and convoluted story. However, it is successful in whetting the appetite for more of it. With interesting art, and clever story explanation, hopefully it doesn't bite off more than it can chew. Read Full Review

In the end I enjoyed this issue, enough to want to seek out the second. With some plot improvements and characterization, it could be a hit. Read Full Review

We now know howFlyn's story got to its current state, but that current state is lacking any conflict or question that begs to be resolved.By the end of this issue, the one question that I kept asking was why should I care about anything that is going on in this story? No answers came rushing to the service. This feels like an extended prologue stretched out to fill an entire issue. Perhaps the larger story will do more with this concept and give us something worthy of the art that fills the pages. If not it is a major opportunity wasted. Read Full Review

Although this series reminded me of some elements of Images Low, I wasn't all that impressed or swept up into this debut. The art is definitely nice but I'm hoping future issues of the series will leave a better impression. Read Full Review

Fantastic artwork, great tactical action and some characters I could see myself really liking when I learn more about them. Most of all it is veeerry polished! Looking forward to seeing where this goes.

although confusing, the art and design are killer.

The colours are excellent and the world concept is very interesting. The characters thus far are ringing hollow and difficult to invest in, but that could improve down the line.

Fantastic art, and a cool premise, but this issue had a very strange story cut in the middle that kind of confused where important events were taking place. I'll stick with it a few more issues, but the story's gotta tighten up quick to keep me interested.

awesome art.........the story definitely needs some development....i'm going to stick it out and see where this one goes...

I take Issue 1 & 2 the same day. And frankly gladly for this title. I was way lost in the first issue. I didn't know if the recovering was after or before the game. I didn't understand some part of the game (Like Why "mama" martinez as to leave the field). I trust that If I have brought this one month early I will not have the need to follow it.

Cover - Nice ... But not really in link with what I read inside. 1/2
Writing - I would have appreciated a little more information. 2/3
Arts - A killing 3/3
Feeling - Mixed at the time I close this issue. 1/2

Failed to have me invested. Stopped reading at some point. Maybe I'll try it again later.
Artwork is the saving grace. Who, what character should I care about and why?

This kind of seems like the idea some teenager would come up with during class. I am not really feeling the story telling, but it could work if it picks up from now on.