Jan 28, 2026 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
Daredevil / Punisher: The Devil’s Trigger #1 - 2nd Printing
DAREDEVIL / PUNISHER: THE DEVIL'S TRIGGER #1 - 2ND PRINTING
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Daredevil / Punisher: The Devil’s Trigger #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.
Punisher: Red Band #5 - 1:25 Doaly Variant
PUNISHER: RED BAND #5 - 1:25 DOALY VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Punisher: Red Band #5 - 1:25 Doaly 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.
The End 2099 #2
THE END 2099 #2
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of The End 2099 #2 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
Harley and Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 - Cover B Lesley ‘Leirix’ Li Variant
HARLEY AND IVY: LIFE AND CRIMES #3 - COVER B LESLEY 'LEIRIX' LI VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Harley and Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 - Cover B Lesley ‘Leirix’ Li 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.
Justice League Red #6
JUSTICE LEAGUE RED #6
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Justice League Red #6 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.
Harley Quinn #58 - Cover C InHyuk Lee Variant
HARLEY QUINN #58 - COVER C INHYUK LEE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Harley Quinn #58 - Cover C InHyuk Lee 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
Youngblood: Mass Market Edition #1 - 3rd Printing Rob Liefeld
YOUNGBLOOD: MASS MARKET EDITION #1 - 3RD PRINTING ROB LIEFELD
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Youngblood: Mass Market Edition #1 - 3rd Printing Rob Liefeld 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.
Final Boss #3
FINAL BOSS #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Final Boss #3 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.
I, Tyrant #7 - Cover C 1:25 Raymund Bermudez Variant
I, TYRANT #7 - COVER C 1:25 RAYMUND BERMUDEZ VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of I, Tyrant #7 - Cover C 1:25 Raymund Bermudez 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: Rogue Agents #2
STAR WARS: HYPERSPACE STORIES – THE BAD BATCH: ROGUE AGENTS #2
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: Rogue Agents #2 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!