Superman and Spider-Man collide in a crossover packed with action, charm, and pure comic book fun.
DC/Marvel: Superman/Spider-Man #1 Review – A Crossover Swinging Straight Into Comic Book Glory
Some comic books feel important. Some feel fun. And then every once in a while, one rolls up like it knows it belongs on the Mount Rushmore of fandom. DC/Marvel: Superman/Spider-Man #1 is one of those books. This oversized crossover drops Superman and Spider-Man into the same solar system of superhero greatness, and for the most part, it absolutely sticks the landing. This issue packs in multiple stories from major creative teams, with the main event pairing Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez for a clash involving Superman, Spider-Man, Doctor Octopus, and Brainiac.
The lead story, “Truth, Justice and Great Responsibility,” is the crown jewel. This one gets what makes both of these icons timeless. Superman comes off noble, steady, and inspiring. Spider-Man brings the heart, the humor, and that never-quit energy that keeps him lovable even when the walls are collapsing around him. Waid writes both heroes with real affection, and Jorge Jiménez goes absolutely nuclear on the visuals. The action feels huge, the emotional beats feel earned, and Tomeu Morey’s colors give the whole thing that big-screen, event-comic electricity. This is the kind of story that reminds you why crossovers can still feel magical instead of manufactured.
The backups are a mixed bag but a strong mixed bag, not a train wreck. The Lois Lane and Mary Jane story has charm and gives both women room to shine outside of simply being “the girlfriends,” even if the dialogue gets a little stiff here and there. The Jimmy Olsen vs. Carnage piece is pure delightful chaos, the kind of oddball combo that should not work on paper but absolutely sings because it leans into the absurdity. Then you’ve got Pa Kent and Uncle Ben bringing heart to the table in a story that hits with warmth and reflection instead of fists. And the Power Girl/Punisher blind date closer? That one sounds insane and somehow becomes one of the most entertaining stories in the book. Funny, weird, self-aware, and smooth as hell.
Now let’s keep it real, because pom-poms don’t make good criticism. Not every story here lands with the same force. The Christopher Priest and Daniel Sampere entry has strong visual appeal, but the storytelling gets muddy and never fully cashes in on its premise. The Sean Murphy future-set story swings for big multiversal vibes, but it feels cramped, overcomplicated, and oddly disconnected, like a cool concept got shoved into a space too small for it to breathe. So nah, this isn’t wall-to-wall perfection. A couple stories feel like they’re flexing ideas instead of delivering fully formed punches.
Still, when the smoke clears, this issue wins because the highs are crazy high. It understands the assignment. This comic celebrates legacy, heroism, absurd fun, and the pure fanboy joy of seeing legendary worlds collide. It opens strong, closes strong, and gives readers several moments that scream “frame this page immediately.” That matters. In a market where event books can sometimes feel like hollow fireworks, DC/Marvel: Superman/Spider-Man #1 actually has soul. According to the reviewed breakdown, the strongest stories were the opener, “Jimmy Con Carnage,” and “Blind Date,” while the overall verdict called the issue the best of the recent DC/Marvel crossover wave.
This book is a blast. Not flawless, but absolutely worthy of the spotlight. When it’s great, it’s comic-book sugar rush greatness big laughs, bigger action, and enough heart to remind you why Superman and Spider-Man remain two of the most beloved heroes ever created. This ain’t just nostalgia bait. This is a celebration. Comic Crusaders style? We’re calling this one a must-read crossover with real replay value. Big cape energy. Big wall-crawler energy. Big WEPA energy.
SCORE:
4.5/5
Publisher: DC / Marvel
Lead Story: Mark Waid, Jorge Jiménez, Tomeu Morey
Additional Creators Include: Tom King, Jim Lee, Matt Fraction, Steve Lieber, Christopher Priest, Daniel Sampere, Gail Simone, Belén Ortega, Sean Murphy, and more
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