Jul 23, 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
Storm #10 - Betsy Cola RetroVision Variant
STORM #10 - BETSY COLA RETROVISION VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Storm #10 - Betsy Cola RetroVision 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.
Giant-Size Dark Phoenix Saga #1 - 2nd Printing
GIANT-SIZE DARK PHOENIX SAGA #1 - 2ND PRINTING
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Giant-Size Dark Phoenix Saga #1 - 2nd Printing 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.
Uncanny X-Men #18
UNCANNY X-MEN #18
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Uncanny X-Men #18 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.
DC’s Dark Knights and Bright Heroes
Batman #162 - Cover B David Finch Variant
BATMAN #162 - COVER B DAVID FINCH VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Batman #162 - Cover B David Finch 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.
Superman #28 - Cover B Nathan Szerdy Variant
SUPERMAN #28 - COVER B NATHAN SZERDY VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Superman #28 - Cover B Nathan Szerdy 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.
Absolute Martian Manhunter #5 - Cover C Lee Garbett Variant
ABSOLUTE MARTIAN MANHUNTER #5 - COVER C LEE GARBETT VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Absolute Martian Manhunter #5 - Cover C Lee Garbett 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
The Voice Said Kill #1 - Cover B 1:25 Christian Ward Variant
THE VOICE SAID KILL #1 - COVER B 1:25 CHRISTIAN WARD VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of The Voice Said Kill #1 - Cover B 1:25 Christian Ward 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.
Rat City #16 - Cover B Mirko Colak Variant
RAT CITY #16 - COVER B MIRKO COLAK VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Rat City #16 - Cover B Mirko Colak 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.
The Voice Said Kill #1 - Cover C 1:50 Tula Lotay Variant
THE VOICE SAID KILL #1 - COVER C 1:50 TULA LOTAY VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of The Voice Said Kill #1 - Cover C 1:50 Tula Lotay 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
Huck: Big Bad World #3
HUCK: BIG BAD WORLD #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Huck: Big Bad World #3 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
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
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!