Must-Read Comics for Free Comic Book Day 2025

May brings the return of Free Comic Book Day, where comic stores worldwide distribute free issues on the first Saturday. These titles often preview major storylines or top series, making it worth navigating the crowds to grab the best ones.

2025 delivers an exciting lineup. From DC's DC All In 2025 Special Edition to Marvel's Fantastic Four/X-Men and The Amazing Spider-Man/Ultimate Universe, plus the latest Energon Universe special, these are the comics to seek out this year.

The Amazing Spider-Man/Ultimate Universe #1

Publisher: Marvel

Marvel kicks off with a dual-story special. Joe Kelly and John Romita, Jr. deliver a prelude to the relaunched Amazing Spider-Man series, while Deniz Camp, Cody Ziglar, and Jonas Scharf set the stage for the Ultimate Universe crossover, pulling Miles Morales into the reimagined Ultimate U.

Blood Type #0

Publisher: Oni Press

Oni Press expands its EC Comics line with new titles, including Corinna Bechko and Andrea Sorrentino’s vampire series Blood Type. This zero issue reprints the short story from Epitaphs From the Abyss that launched the saga, offering a sneak peek at the upcoming series.

Conan: Scourge of the Serpent #1

Publisher: Titan

Titan Comics continues its tradition of launching Conan crossover events on FCBD. This issue features three linked stories that pave the way for a sprawling battle between Conan and the serpent god Set.

Critical Role: The Mighty Nein Origins/Black Hammer #1

Publisher: Dark Horse

Dark Horse’s FCBD issue highlights two major franchises. One story dives into the Critical Role universe, with Beau and Caleb swept up in a chaotic dinner theater evening. The other explores Black Hammer’s Colonel Weird, shedding light on the universe’s past and future.

DC All In: 2025 Special Edition #1

Publisher: DC

Following last year’s format, DC’s flipbook previews the core DC Universe and the new Absolute Universe. It introduces Dan Slott and Rafael Albuquerque’s Superman Unlimited series and includes a new Absolute Universe tale by Jeff Lemire and Giuseppe Camuncoli.

Energon Universe 2025 Special #1

Publisher: Skybound

Skybound stunned fans by revealing Void Rivals as the foundation for a shared universe with Transformers and G.I. Joe. This issue includes three new stories across the Energon Universe, capped with a major twist so surprising the cover was censored.

Fantastic Four/X-Men #1

Publisher: Marvel

Marvel’s second FCBD release pairs the Fantastic Four and X-Men. Ryan North and Humberto Ramos craft a new FF story, while Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing revisit the day Charles Xavier formed the All-New, All-Different X-Men, revealing a mutant who declined his offer.

Gargoyles: Demona #1

Publisher: Dynamite

While Disney hasn’t revived Gargoyles in animation, Dynamite is expanding its comic line with this special, setting up the Gargoyles: Demona series. Written by creator Greg Weisman, it’s a treat for fans.

Godzilla: The New Heroes #1

Publisher: IDW

IDW is launching a new shared universe of Godzilla comics this summer. This issue offers a ten-page prelude story and previews of the upcoming ongoing Godzilla titles.

Power Rangers/VR Troopers #1

Publisher: BOOM! Studios

BOOM! Studios recently announced a VR Troopers series spinning out of the Power Rangers Prime reboot. This issue previews the new series while revisiting classic VR Troopers comics.

Star Wars #1

Publisher: Marvel

Marvel’s final FCBD offering spotlights its revamped Star Wars line, including Charles Soule and Luke Ross’ Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, Marc Guggenheim and Madibek Musabekov’s Star Wars: Jedi Knights, and Alex Segura and Phil Noto’s Star Wars. This issue features three stories tied to each title.

Thundercats/The Powerpuff Girls #1

Publisher: Dynamite

This FCBD 2025 standout delivers a wild crossover, blending Dynamite’s Thundercats and Powerpuff Girls comics. See what happens when Blossom, Buttercup, and Bubbles land on Third Earth in this quirky tale.

Share in the comments which comics you’re eager to grab on Free Comic Book Day 2025.

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