The problem is that the issue is making fun of modern conceits (Cap is a member of Hydra! Deadpool and Gwenpool are everywhere! Let's give all the heroes new female counterparts!) - and the humorous takes are too close to what we're actually seeing in the comics. Read Full Review

Two solid gag strips (from Gwenpool and Squirrel Girl, no surprise there) carry some forgettable "funny" filler and a fascinating study in smugness wherein Nick Spencer accurately identifies but in no way apologizes for some of Secret Empire's key weaknesses. A perfect Marvel Unlimited book - it gave me some solid chuckles, but I'd feel downright dirty paying full price for it.