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Why the hell is this site still including reviews by Gabe Hernandez?

The guy literally gives EVERY single comic a low score. He single handidly is bringing down the averages of several great series on this site. His reviews read like rage bait in order to drive up hits on his page.

The guy is a hack, and this site loses credibility by including his reviews.

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Absolute Martian Manhunter #1

By: Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez
Released: Mar 26, 2025

DENIZ CAMP AND JAVIER RODRIGUEZ TRANSFORM THE ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE! Beyond Mars...beyond physical form...beyond Human Understanding...all that's left is the ultimate alien: the Absolute Martian Manhunter!

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Weird Science Jim - Mar 30, 2025

just ignore them! There are plenty of sites and reviewers that never go below an 8 (which has more to do with keeping review copies than being honest), so go and read those. I gave up doing written reviews because of stuff like this - i prefer reviewing comics on podcasts with multiple people to get more of a varied discussion (kind of like what you said earlier). BTW, I do find positive reviews are rarely called out for lack of substance just because they are positive. (2/2)

Amoebas - Mar 31, 2025

I'm new here and have no problem with a neg review as long as it's explained. The same should be true in reverse. I see a lot of 10 reviews without a single word to explain why. I'm not going to but I really would want to blindly rate 1's just to counter them.

motorik reviewed Ultimate Spider-Man #15 Mar 31, 2025
7.5

Time jumps are getting more jarring.

What happened to MJs face?

Ultimate Spider-Man #15

By: Jonathan Hickman, David Messina
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE ULTIMATE SANDMAN ATTACKS!
•  As the dust settles from the events of recent issues, Peter, MJ and the kids take a family vacation - but nowhere is safe for Ultimate Spider-Man!

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OpticRageX reviewed Ultimate Spider-Man #15 Mar 27, 2025

Why the hell is this site still including reviews by Gabe Hernandez?

The guy literally gives EVERY single comic a low score. He single handidly is bringing down the averages of several great series on this site. His reviews read like rage bait in order to drive up hits on his page.

The guy is a hack, and this site loses credibility by including his reviews.

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Ultimate Spider-Man #15

By: Jonathan Hickman, David Messina
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE ULTIMATE SANDMAN ATTACKS!
•  As the dust settles from the events of recent issues, Peter, MJ and the kids take a family vacation - but nowhere is safe for Ultimate Spider-Man!

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motorik - Mar 31, 2025

The guy is a ball of negative energy.

motorik rated Batman: Dark Age Collected Mar 27, 2025
10

Batman: Dark Age Collected

By: Mark Russell, Michael Allred

Meet Bruce Wayne, Gotham's favorite delinquent son, shaped by a city in turmoil. Set against the backdrop of actual historical events, Gotham City comes alive, filled with the iconic characters who've loved and hated Batman over the years like you've never seen them before. Mark Russell and Mike Allred return to give audiences a look at Batman as a...

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mego-joe reviewed Batman #158 Mar 26, 2025
9.0

Wow. Sometimes feeling like you’ve gone back in time when reading a comic is good. While some are hoping that Jim Lee and Jeph Loeb’s return to the pages of Batman for a sequel to their seminal “Hush” storyline will be a return to great comics of 20 years ago, it actually does more than that. This comic manages to grab the feel of Batman comics from even further back to the Bronze Age. more

Batman #158

By: Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT STORYLINE! Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee! An all-new epic saga begins here. Hush returns!

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motorik - Mar 26, 2025

I dig your positivity here. I hope I end up where you're at with it.

mego-joe - Mar 26, 2025

@motorik I enjoyed it. It seems to be “not different enough” for some. I was drawn in by the classic feel.

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NerdDadBrad reviewed Batman #158 Mar 26, 2025
8.0

Let's start this out by saying that the standards are pretty high going into Hush2. If that's fair or not, IDGF, it is what it is, and I can't help it. HUSH is probably one of the best Batman stories that has been told. The story is just starting, so I can't really fault much, about that. I had a hard time following the panels in different parts of this book. This is why I rated it an 8. The a more

Batman #158

By: Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT STORYLINE! Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee! An all-new epic saga begins here. Hush returns!

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Hex reviewed Batman #158 Mar 26, 2025
7.0

Like most artists past their prime, Jim Lee recycles his older dynamic poses and iconic set pieces to mixed results. I won't say it looks bad but it's definitely derivative of his own earlier work and it stands out. Loeb's writing is much the same. This is definitely post Loeb peak. He's harder, his stories darker in tone, vocabulary and scope. He went through trauma. It makes sense. What doesn't more

Batman #158

By: Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT STORYLINE! Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee! An all-new epic saga begins here. Hush returns!

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Mkhan rated Ultimate Spider-Man #15 Mar 26, 2025
10

Ultimate Spider-Man #15

By: Jonathan Hickman, David Messina
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE ULTIMATE SANDMAN ATTACKS!
•  As the dust settles from the events of recent issues, Peter, MJ and the kids take a family vacation - but nowhere is safe for Ultimate Spider-Man!

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10

Ultimate Spider-Man #15

By: Jonathan Hickman, David Messina
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE ULTIMATE SANDMAN ATTACKS!
•  As the dust settles from the events of recent issues, Peter, MJ and the kids take a family vacation - but nowhere is safe for Ultimate Spider-Man!

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Mickelpers rated Ultimate Spider-Man #15 Mar 26, 2025
10

Ultimate Spider-Man #15

By: Jonathan Hickman, David Messina
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE ULTIMATE SANDMAN ATTACKS!
•  As the dust settles from the events of recent issues, Peter, MJ and the kids take a family vacation - but nowhere is safe for Ultimate Spider-Man!

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Dave DSG reviewed Ultimate Spider-Man #15 Mar 26, 2025
10

Plot
Peter, MJ, Richard Parker, and May are on "vacation" in a trailer in the middle of a desert, aiming to stay as far away from attack as possible after Kraven's attack and Harry's death.

This group of trailers features many people escaping the system, conspiracy theorists, and people living in paranoia.

Richard and Peter have a conversation about being Spider-Man, and more

Ultimate Spider-Man #15

By: Jonathan Hickman, David Messina
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE ULTIMATE SANDMAN ATTACKS!
•  As the dust settles from the events of recent issues, Peter, MJ and the kids take a family vacation - but nowhere is safe for Ultimate Spider-Man!

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motorik reviewed Batman #158 Mar 26, 2025
7.5

I am a huge Jeph Loeb fan. This underwhelmed. I re-read the original Hush to prep for this. It's a masterclass in comic book writing. Although, truth be told, it takes a bit for everything to click.

As such, I have faith this will increase in quality. I'm not going to write it off in 1 volume like an inflammatory child with an agenda against the writer.

Batman #158

By: Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT STORYLINE! Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee! An all-new epic saga begins here. Hush returns!

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BatSledge reviewed Batman #158 Mar 25, 2025
8.0

This eagerly-anticipated sequel grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go in this first chapter. I did find that Batman got taken out a little too easily at the start, mainly because the plot required this to happen. Also, Talia makes a very random appearance and then disappears, again because the plot required someone to help the Caped Crusader. The art is great, but not Jim Lee’s best com more

Batman #158

By: Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT STORYLINE! Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee! An all-new epic saga begins here. Hush returns!

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motorik reviewed Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 Mar 26, 2025
9.5

Excellent, very intriguing. I'm in.

Absolute Martian Manhunter #1

By: Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez
Released: Mar 26, 2025

DENIZ CAMP AND JAVIER RODRIGUEZ TRANSFORM THE ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE! Beyond Mars...beyond physical form...beyond Human Understanding...all that's left is the ultimate alien: the Absolute Martian Manhunter!

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motorik rated Free for All #1 Mar 25, 2025
9.0

Free for All #1

By: Patrick Horvath
Released: Mar 26, 2025

From Eisner Award-nominated writer/artist Patrick Horvath (Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees) comes a 56-page, self-contained one-shot that delivers a brutal new vision of capitalism by combat . . .
In the future, the World Finance League exists to benefit all, randomly choosing those from among the billionaires and trillionaires of the worl...

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motorik added Free for All (2025) to their pull list Mar 25, 2025

Free for All (2025)

From Eisner Award-nominated writer/artist Patrick Horvath (Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees) comes a 56-page, self-contained one-shot that delivers a brutal new vision of capitalism by combat . . .
In the future, the World Finance League exists to benefit all, randomly choosing those from among the billionaires and trillionaires of the worl...

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8.0

This happens to be my 4000th review, and what better way to celebrate this than with Batman and Superman, who happen to be my top 2 favorite superheroes of all time. The art is solid, the pacing and action is great and the story was interesting. Mark Waid finally found his groove, and he's going to be the architect or the big figures based on impact of 2020 DC Comics. It's pretty clear that he has more

Batman / Superman: World's Finest #37

By: Mark Waid, Adrian Gutierrez
Released: Mar 19, 2025

THE WAVES CRASH! Superman and Batman have a code against killing...but does a king of Atlantis? As the Floronic Man makes his final play for dominion over the seas, Aquaman is forced to react as a warrior, not a superhero--and the consequences will surprise you! Guest-starring Swamp Thing...and featuring a very special celebrity cameo variant from ...

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motorik reviewed Absolute Flash #1 Mar 18, 2025
10

The best Lemire book in years. This is the most I've ever cared about Wally West. I need to know what went down with him and a certain character!

The Absolute line is the best thing going in modern comics.

Unless you're Gabe Hernandez, of course.

Absolute Flash #1

By: Jeff Lemire, Nick Robles
Released: Mar 19, 2025

JEFF LEMIRE AND NICK ROBLES SPEED INTO THE ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE! Without the mentor...without the family...without the Speed Force, what's left is the Absolute Scarlet Speedster!

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motorik - Mar 21, 2025

@mego-joe When Lemire is on point, he's fantastic. His more recent works have not hit high. Gideon Falls and Ascender/Descender were absolutely amazing. I do agree, his JLA is patchy but I'm enjoying it. We may disagree here but it seems we are all passionate and avid readers. We're keeping it alive.

mego-joe - Mar 21, 2025

His New 52 Animal Man was great, I loved his Frankenstein Agent of SHADE and The Terrifics. In enjoyed the first volume of Black Hammer, but that’s almost satire. It’s in a weird space.

motorik reviewed Batman & Robin: Year One #6 Mar 19, 2025
10

Mark Waid continues to kill it. This is arguably the best DC book alongside Absolute Batman.

Such a great time to be a Batman fan.

Batman & Robin: Year One #6

By: Mark Waid, Chris Samnee
Released: Mar 19, 2025

A TRAP IS SET... Robin is caught in the General's clutches, and it's up to Batman to rescue his intrepid young protege. The Dark Knight knows he's running headlong into a trap, but is the General really prepared for Batman like he thinks?

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motorik - Mar 20, 2025

Cheers Hex, you're one of the good ones on here!

Hex - Mar 24, 2025

As are you brother, anytime.

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Chris X reviewed Detective Comics #1095 Mar 19, 2025
9.0

I'm still intrigued by this rather long storyline, but in this issue it seems to lose some steam. Even Janin's usually stellar artwork is slacking a bit.

Detective Comics #1095

By: Tom Taylor, Mikel Janin
Released: Mar 19, 2025

ASEMA'S BLOODY REIGN OF TERROR CONTINUES! Batman has employed the full force of the Bat-Family to uncover the mystery of the murders that continue across Gotham. But even Batman's most trusted allies have failed at preventing the deaths of young men at the hands of the bloodthirsty Asema. But who is Asema? As the World's Greatest Detective unravels...

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ed1138 rated DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1 Mar 19, 2025
8.5

DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1

By: Ian Flynn, Adam Bryce Thomas
Released: Mar 19, 2025

GOTTA. GO. FLASH-FAST. It's a crossover event unlike any other! The monstrous Darkseid crosses dimensions to invade the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, seeking the ultimate power. Sonic and his friends have faced everything from mad scientists to ancient spirits, but the forces of Apokolips may be too much for them. Thankfully, the full heroic might o...

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10

DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1

By: Ian Flynn, Adam Bryce Thomas
Released: Mar 19, 2025

GOTTA. GO. FLASH-FAST. It's a crossover event unlike any other! The monstrous Darkseid crosses dimensions to invade the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, seeking the ultimate power. Sonic and his friends have faced everything from mad scientists to ancient spirits, but the forces of Apokolips may be too much for them. Thankfully, the full heroic might o...

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motorik reviewed DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1 Mar 19, 2025
9.0

This is the stuff dreams are made of. Thank you DC and Sega.

DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1

By: Ian Flynn, Adam Bryce Thomas
Released: Mar 19, 2025

GOTTA. GO. FLASH-FAST. It's a crossover event unlike any other! The monstrous Darkseid crosses dimensions to invade the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, seeking the ultimate power. Sonic and his friends have faced everything from mad scientists to ancient spirits, but the forces of Apokolips may be too much for them. Thankfully, the full heroic might o...

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motorik added DC x Sonic the Hedgehog (2025) to their pull list Mar 19, 2025

DC x Sonic the Hedgehog (2025)

GOTTA. GO. FLASH-FAST. It's a crossover event unlike any other! The monstrous Darkseid crosses dimensions to invade the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, seeking the ultimate power. Sonic and his friends have faced everything from mad scientists to ancient spirits, but the forces of Apokolips may be too much for them. Thankfully, the full heroic might o...

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Jonn McLoed reviewed Absolute Flash #1 Mar 19, 2025
4.0

As a much older fan off The Flash , I was seriously disappointed in this opening chapter. I understand the need at times to reinvent the wheel all over again but this was painful to read. The script was great but all the back and forward was to me so unnecessary and made the reading experience a whole lot disjointed. Hopefully as the story unfolds it will make it more enjoyable but to me there is more

Absolute Flash #1

By: Jeff Lemire, Nick Robles
Released: Mar 19, 2025

JEFF LEMIRE AND NICK ROBLES SPEED INTO THE ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE! Without the mentor...without the family...without the Speed Force, what's left is the Absolute Scarlet Speedster!

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George - Mar 20, 2025

Barry was my first Flash. Issue 306 to be exact (great issue). I read Barry backwards from there. Before the death of Iris, Barry met the stereotype of the silver age hero that had no hero’s journey. A hero right out of the box. Wally had a hero’s journey, which is why for me he is the better character. We are late stage in that journey in the main continuity (the whole main dcu feels late stage frankly), so I am looking forward to seeing where this goes.

BillyBat - Mar 20, 2025 (edited)

I respect your opinion, but for me, Wally has always been my Flash (and for a lot of people too). I’ve always found Barry pretty boring (in fact, even in the CW show, they just gave Wally’s personality to Barry Allen). Plus, since this is a reinvention, it makes sense to go with the younger, more reactive Flash who still has to find his way. (I agree with you regarding the back and forward.)

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daspidaboy reviewed Absolute Flash #1 Mar 19, 2025
9.0

This issue is not action-packed, but I like the mystery and slow-building intrigue. The art works, and I like Jeff Lemire's voice for Wally West. This was solid. Not as action-packed or hyped as Absolute Batman/Superman or well-written character like Absolute Wonder Woman. But who cares? As judging on its own merits it is a very solid book. I am very interested to see how Jeff Lemire takes Wally W more

Absolute Flash #1

By: Jeff Lemire, Nick Robles
Released: Mar 19, 2025

JEFF LEMIRE AND NICK ROBLES SPEED INTO THE ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE! Without the mentor...without the family...without the Speed Force, what's left is the Absolute Scarlet Speedster!

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motorik rated Detective Comics #1095 Mar 19, 2025
7.5

Detective Comics #1095

By: Tom Taylor, Mikel Janin
Released: Mar 19, 2025

ASEMA'S BLOODY REIGN OF TERROR CONTINUES! Batman has employed the full force of the Bat-Family to uncover the mystery of the murders that continue across Gotham. But even Batman's most trusted allies have failed at preventing the deaths of young men at the hands of the bloodthirsty Asema. But who is Asema? As the World's Greatest Detective unravels...

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motorik reviewed Absolute Batman #6 Mar 19, 2025
10

What a finale.



Absolute Batman #6

By: Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta
Released: Mar 19, 2025

THIS IS IT! CATCH UP TO ARC ONE BEFORE THE START OF ARC TWO! Bruce Wayne, a young man who has built his entire life on leveling up, on becoming a bigger man than both his enemies and the obstacles that stand in his way, will have to break down the Black Mask and his gang of Party Animals. Will he be able to do this without the help of his unlikely ...

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daspidaboy - Mar 19, 2025

Finally, Gabe Hernandez and Batman News gave a high review for once

motorik - Mar 19, 2025

No way! I am stunned! Hope you are well my friend. Thank you for taking the time to tell me! Hell has frozen over.

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Afre reviewed Absolute Batman #6 Mar 19, 2025
9.0

This should be everything I dislike about Snyder writing Batman, but this bombastic comic just keeps entertaining me big time.

Absolute Batman #6

By: Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta
Released: Mar 19, 2025

THIS IS IT! CATCH UP TO ARC ONE BEFORE THE START OF ARC TWO! Bruce Wayne, a young man who has built his entire life on leveling up, on becoming a bigger man than both his enemies and the obstacles that stand in his way, will have to break down the Black Mask and his gang of Party Animals. Will he be able to do this without the help of his unlikely ...

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motorik added Absolute Batman (2024) to their pull list Mar 19, 2025

Absolute Batman (2024)

BATMAN LEGEND SCOTT SNYDER AND ICONIC ARTIST NICK DRAGOTTA TRANSFORM THE DARK KNIGHT'S TALE FOR THE MODERN AGE! Without the mansion...without the money...without the butler...what's left is the Absolute Dark Knight!

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