July 16, 2025 delivers one of the year’s strongest New Comic Book Days, combining Marvel’s blockbuster momentum with highly sought-after variants that are already generating serious collector heat. This week showcases the perfect storm of premier ongoing series, hot reprints featuring top-tier variant artwork, and indie spectacles that continue to drive the secondary market. From superhero epics to horror debuts and essential collected editions, here are the releases creating the loudest buzz among collectors and retailers alike.
Marvel’s Blockbuster Lineup
Ultimate X-Men #17 - Nic Klein Ultimate Special Variant
ULTIMATE X-MEN #17 - NIC KLEIN ULTIMATE SPECIAL VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Ultimate X-Men #17 - Nic Klein Ultimate Special Variant continues to showcase why Marvel Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #1 - Leinil Francis Yu Foil Variant
GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE #1 - LEINIL FRANCIS YU FOIL VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #1 - Leinil Francis Yu Foil Variant continues to showcase why Marvel Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #1
GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #1 continues to showcase why Marvel Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
DC’s Dark Knights and Bright Heroes
Robin & Batman: Jason Todd #2 - Cover B Rafael Albuquerque Variant
ROBIN & BATMAN: JASON TODD #2 - COVER B RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Robin & Batman: Jason Todd #2 - Cover B Rafael Albuquerque Variant continues to showcase why DC Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Zatanna #6 - Cover B Frank Cho Variant
ZATANNA #6 - COVER B FRANK CHO VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Zatanna #6 - Cover B Frank Cho Variant continues to showcase why DC Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Robin & Batman: Jason Todd #2 - Cover D 1:25 Christopher Mitten Variant
ROBIN & BATMAN: JASON TODD #2 - COVER D 1:25 CHRISTOPHER MITTEN VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Robin & Batman: Jason Todd #2 - Cover D 1:25 Christopher Mitten Variant continues to showcase why DC Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
Creator-Owned Excellence
Dread the Hall H #1 - Cover B Nelson Daniel Wraparound Variant
DREAD THE HALL H #1 - COVER B NELSON DANIEL WRAPAROUND VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Dread the Hall H #1 - Cover B Nelson Daniel Wraparound Variant continues to showcase why Image Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Ghost Pepper #1
GHOST PEPPER #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Ghost Pepper #1 continues to showcase why Image Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
The Rocketfellers #7 - Cover B Siya Oum Variant
THE ROCKETFELLERS #7 - COVER B SIYA OUM VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of The Rocketfellers #7 - Cover B Siya Oum Variant continues to showcase why Image Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
Dark Horse Delivers
Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories – The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents #5
STAR WARS: HYPERSPACE STORIES – THE BAD BATCH: GHOST AGENTS #5
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories – The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents #5 continues to showcase why Dark Horse Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Market Pulse: This Week’s Investment Opportunities
Collector's Checklist
• First appearances and new #1 issues for long-term growth potential
• Limited variant covers with renowned artists for immediate flip opportunities
• Second printings of sold-out issues showing strong market demand
• Key storyline issues that will be referenced in future arcs
Essential Pickups Beyond the Headlines
Don’t overlook this week’s indie releases and smaller publisher offerings. Many future grails start as under-the-radar releases from publishers willing to take creative risks.
What are you adding to your pull list this week? Share your picks in the comments below!