SONIC X GODZILLA #1 Smashes Into Comic Shops This Summer

Get ready for a summer-sized thrill! SONIC X GODZILLA #1 races and stomps into comic shops, bringing together two of the most beloved franchises in one epic crossover. Written by Nick Marino (Godzilla Rivals) and illustrated by Jack Lawrence (Sonic the Hedgehog), this issue promises fun, action, and chaos in equal measure.

In this explosive story, the King of the Monsters and other iconic kaiju mysteriously appear in Sonic’s world. Naturally, the brilliant—but evil—Dr. Eggman sees an opportunity to harness the kaiju’s power for his own schemes. Only Sonic and his heroic friends—Amy, Tails, Knuckles, and Shadow—stand in his way, racing against time to send the giant monsters back to their own universe.

“Sonic and Godzilla are such fun, action-packed franchises on their own, so it was a natural fit to pair them together,” said IDW’s Sonic Editorial. “We know fans have been asking for this crossover, and we wanted to make it worth the wait. Expect a mysterious portal, a massive kaiju attack on Sonic’s world, a new scheme from Dr. Eggman, and a dream team of Knuckles, Shadow, Amy, and Tails… not to mention plenty of Sonic and Godzilla!”

The project wouldn’t have been possible without collaboration. “A huge thanks to our partners at SEGA® and Toho, who supported us every step of the way, and to our incredible creative team—Nick Marino, Jack Lawrence, and colorist Reggie Graham—who brought this story to life,” added the editorial team.

Marino shared a peek behind the scenes: “I’m doing my best to cook up fun scenarios for Jack to draw, making sure each panel gives him room to explore the fantastic spectacle this crossover deserves. I’m fascinated by the scale of life—from bacteria to planet-wide ecosystems—and this combination lets me explore that in a fun, visual way. I hope readers enjoy seeing small speedsters and massive monsters collide in a story that delivers the best of both worlds!”

Don’t miss out—contact your local comic shop to pre-order SONIC X GODZILLA #1 and other Sonic and Godzilla titles from IDW. With action, adventure, and larger-than-life battles, this is one crossover fans won’t want to miss!