Feb 4, 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
Marc Spector: Moon Knight #1
MARC SPECTOR: MOON KNIGHT #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Marc Spector: Moon Knight #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.
Storm: Earth’s Mightiest Mutant #1 - Marvel Cosmic Invasion Variant
STORM: EARTH'S MIGHTIEST MUTANT #1 - MARVEL COSMIC INVASION VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Storm: Earth’s Mightiest Mutant #1 - Marvel Cosmic Invasion 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.
Storm: Earth’s Mightiest Mutant #1
STORM: EARTH'S MIGHTIEST MUTANT #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Storm: Earth’s Mightiest Mutant #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.
Dark Horse Delivers
Minor Threats: The Last Devil Left Alive #4
MINOR THREATS: THE LAST DEVIL LEFT ALIVE #4
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Minor Threats: The Last Devil Left Alive #4 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.
Minor Threats: The Last Devil Left Alive #4 - Cover B Fabrizio De Tommaso Variant
MINOR THREATS: THE LAST DEVIL LEFT ALIVE #4 - COVER B FABRIZIO DE TOMMASO VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Minor Threats: The Last Devil Left Alive #4 - Cover B Fabrizio De Tommaso 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
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
John le Carré’s The Circus: Losing Control #3
JOHN LE CARRÉ'S THE CIRCUS: LOSING CONTROL #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of John le Carré’s The Circus: Losing Control #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.
IDW’s Licensed Treasures
Godzilla #7 - Cover B Hendry Prasetya Variant
GODZILLA #7 - COVER B HENDRY PRASETYA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Godzilla #7 - Cover B Hendry Prasetya Variant continues to showcase why IDW Publishing 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.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Godzilla #3 - Cover B Juni Ba Variant
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES X GODZILLA #3 - COVER B JUNI BA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Godzilla #3 - Cover B Juni Ba Variant continues to showcase why IDW Publishing 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.
Godzilla #7 - 1:25 Louie De Martinis 1954 Movie Poster Homage Variant
GODZILLA #7 - 1:25 LOUIE DE MARTINIS 1954 MOVIE POSTER HOMAGE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Godzilla #7 - 1:25 Louie De Martinis 1954 Movie Poster Homage Variant continues to showcase why IDW Publishing 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!