July 2, 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
X-Men by Chris Claremont: Prelude to a Future Past #1
X-MEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT: PRELUDE TO A FUTURE PAST #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of X-Men by Chris Claremont: Prelude to a Future Past #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
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
X-Men: Hellfire Vigil #1 - 1:100 Aka Virgin Variant
X-MEN: HELLFIRE VIGIL #1 - 1:100 AKA VIRGIN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of X-Men: Hellfire Vigil #1 - 1:100 Aka Virgin 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 vs. Thor #1 - Nick Bradshaw Monster Homage Variant
GODZILLA VS. THOR #1 - NICK BRADSHAW MONSTER HOMAGE VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Godzilla vs. Thor #1 - Nick Bradshaw Monster Homage 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
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
DC’s Dark Knights and Bright Heroes
Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #2 - Cover C Alan Quah Connecting Variant
JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG 2 #2 - COVER C ALAN QUAH CONNECTING VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #2 - Cover C Alan Quah Connecting 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.
Gotham City Sirens: Unfit for Orbit #1 - 616 Comics / Comic Traders Ivan Talavera Foil Virgin Variant
GOTHAM CITY SIRENS: UNFIT FOR ORBIT #1 - 616 COMICS / COMIC TRADERS IVAN TALAVERA FOIL VIRGIN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Gotham City Sirens: Unfit for Orbit #1 - 616 Comics / Comic Traders Ivan Talavera Foil Virgin 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.
Batgirl #9 - Cover B Tirso Cons Variant
BATGIRL #9 - COVER B TIRSO CONS VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Batgirl #9 - Cover B Tirso Cons 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
Bitter Root: The Next Movement #4 - Cover B 1:10 Maria Wolf Variant
BITTER ROOT: THE NEXT MOVEMENT #4 - COVER B 1:10 MARIA WOLF VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Bitter Root: The Next Movement #4 - Cover B 1:10 Maria Wolf 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.
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #318 - Cover C 1:10 Francis Portela Camouflage Variant
G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO #318 - COVER C 1:10 FRANCIS PORTELA CAMOUFLAGE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #318 - Cover C 1:10 Francis Portela Camouflage 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.
I Hate Fairyland #1 - Facsimile Edition 2025
I HATE FAIRYLAND #1 - FACSIMILE EDITION 2025
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of I Hate Fairyland #1 - Facsimile Edition 2025 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
Ghostbusters: Dead Man’s Chest #2 - Cover B Chogrin Variant
GHOSTBUSTERS: DEAD MAN'S CHEST #2 - COVER B CHOGRIN VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Ghostbusters: Dead Man’s Chest #2 - Cover B Chogrin Variant 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!