Steve Scott's art is in fine form here as he brings us into the deep blue Atlantic Ocean with style. The characters we know are drawn to resemble the actors who have played them. We get the feeling of claustrophobia and constraint as the characters are locked into the tin can of a submarine which will take them on their journey. A good set up for what could be a great expectation. Read Full Review

Overall, this comic shows a lot of promise. The art style and dialogue fits the atmosphere that I expected based on my memories of the Independence Day movie. Furthermore, I was impressed by how seamlessly and efficient the issue transitioned the reader from movie to comic. I feel like this comic will be very entertaining, in addition to doing its job as a prequel to the Independence Day: Resurgence movie. The cliffhanger of an ending will also surely drag the reader back in to finish the comic. Because honestly, who doesn't want to see aliens and more human co-option of alien technology? Read Full Review

With a new movie on the horizon, this looks to bridge the gap between the original film and its sequel and fill some gaps. For fans of the original film, this is one you should check out. Read Full Review

Independence Day#1 stands on it's own merits. This is a great stand alone title, with an interesting premise. Read Full Review

Like many licensed stories, Gischler is forced to rely on elements already seen in the movie franchise, and the newer elements that are introduced often don't carry the same level of freshness or excitement. The story isn't harmed by relying on these concepts, though, and in fact benefits from being separated from the source material by two decades. "Independence Day" #1 is a tasty little popcorn comic that will satiate fans' appetites and a satisfying introduction that should tide them over until the movie arrives this summer. Read Full Review

It's debatable whether the world needed an Independence Day comic, but at least this Resurgence prequel has something to offer readers. The characters might be bland and the artwork uneven at best, but the idea of a submarine crew waging war against alien stragglers has its definite appeal. Read Full Review

To me this first issue is the perfect example of a bad movie tie-in. It has a generic plot and stereotype characters all under the banner of the Independence Day franchise. If you're not a fan of the movie, then this book has little else offer. It feels like just a money grab by the movie studio. Plus, Will Smith does not appear. I understand he declined the next movie, but they couldn't get the rights to put him in a comic book? I'm still looking forward to actually watching the first movie and the sequel but I don't care much what takes place in between. Read Full Review

Unless there is a significant shift upwards in all departments with next issue, this is one tie-in that will struggle to find an audience. Read Full Review

Artwise, things are pretty static, as well. Steve Scott's pencils don't really shine until the last panel, which is by far the best one in the book. His human depictions are all comfortably basic, but his rendering of the alien life form is fantastic. Let's hope it's a sign of better things to come in the next issue. Read Full Review

Give this one a miss unless youre a fan of the movie or uninspired formulaic dreck. Its about as lifeless as a morgue. However, if will pass the time on a rainy day, long train journey or bout of constipation. Read Full Review