Comic book fans are in for an exciting week as New York Comic Con 2025 takes center stage, unveiling major developments for beloved characters and shaking up the industry with unexpected crossovers and new series launches. The energy at the Javits Center is palpable, especially with retailer day having set the tone for an eventful few days ahead.

The Ultimate Universe, Marvel’s long-running alternate reality, will officially conclude in April 2026 after the finale of Ultimate Endgame. While skepticism remains about whether this really marks its end, fans speculate about a possible reboot or continuation. Still, Marvel promises a huge sendoff for the best-selling line, prompting eager anticipation and debate among longtime readers.

Shifting gears to cosmic chaos, Marvel announced Godzilla: Infinity Roar, an outlandish new series that sends Godzilla into space to team up with Knull, the god of the symbiotes, for a showdown with the wider cosmic Marvel pantheon. Written by Gerry Duggan, with art by Javier Garrón, the series debuts in February and builds on the wild events of Godzilla Destroys The Marvel Universe.

If monsters and mayhem aren’t enough, Marvel also amped up excitement around Moon Knight. News of a brand-new Moon Knight series coming in February 2026 was one of the most talked-about headlines. Details remain under wraps, but speculation is already swirling about the creative team and what twists Marc Spector will face.

Meanwhile, DC Vertigo stole the spotlight by announcing a full slate of ten bold new titles for 2026, marking the imprint’s dramatic return to its roots of creator-driven storytelling that pushes boundaries. The panel revealed exclusive cover art and surprise appearances, with highlights including the second cycle of The Nice House by the Sea, a horror epic that continues to explore psychological survival and societal collapse.

New York Comic Con is also celebrating the fusion between hip-hop and comics: Nas, together with Mass Appeal, officially launched Legend Has It… at the Whatnot House on Friday. This ambitious comic brings together the stories of seven iconic New York hip-hop artists and explores the deep-rooted connection between music and graphic storytelling. Fans lucky enough to attend had access to a black-and-white variant limited to just 1,000 copies, quickly becoming one of the show’s most sought-after exclusives.

On the Marvel side, All-New Ghost-Spider writer Stephanie Phillips gave fans a sneak peek at what’s next for Gwen Stacy. Her former symbiote suit, now dubbed Tantrum, is causing havoc by targeting hosts who struggle with anger. Guest appearances like Agent Anti-Venom and Silk, along with Gwen’s new band Threadbare, continue making Ghost-Spider one of Marvel’s most innovative series.

Venom’s story grows even more tangled, as Al Ewing announced that after the Maximum Carnage era, Hela will attempt to cage Knull and use his power, while Venom adopts Spider-Man’s color scheme and tangles with Otto Octavius. The upcoming solo Knull series promises more surprises, hinting that another key Marvel figure will go toe-to-toe with the symbiote god.

As all this unfolds, the show floor remains abuzz with cosplay, collectibles, and panel discussions. Whether exploring the latest Vertigo launches, hunting for Comic Con exclusives, or debating the fate of the Ultimate Universe, comic book culture is alive and thriving with fresh stories, bold crossovers, and creative reinventions for classic characters.

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