Following DC’s announcement, Universal Distribution, Lunar and Diamond UK have revealed the full list of titles to be released as part of this year’s Free Comic Book Day (Saturday 2nd May). Other publishers and their books participating in the event include Image, Archie, Titan and more, with details and images available on Lunar’s website.
Archie Comics: The World of Archie in One Shot
(W) Various (A) Holly G, Stephen Butler, Dan Parent (CA) Dan Parent, Holly G, Various
Celebrate Archie Comics’ landmark 85th anniversary with this collection of fun stories for all ages. You probably already know Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and even mischievous Reggie, as well as everyone’s favorite teenage witch Sabrina, and the musical and mysterious Josie and the Pussycats. Still, there’s still a world of Archie characters to explore. This collection spotlights parts of the expanded Archie universe and shows why Archie and his friends have remained the coolest for nearly 90 years. Featuring the work of Archie fan-favorite creators including Dan Parent, Holly G!, Timmy Heague, Jamie L. Rotante, Craig Boldman, Steven & Lily Butler, and more.
AWA Studio: AWA Sneak Preview
(W/A/CA) To be determined
Something magical is coming… During this year’s event on the first Saturday in May, AWA invites readers to get their first glimpse of a bold new graphic novel from an Eisner Award-winning creator. This free preview gives you a first look at the project, which is scheduled to launch in 2026. I’m not ready to reveal everything yet… but trust me, I’m not ready to reveal everything yet. You’ll want to be here too when the secrets start to be revealed.
Image: Energon Universe FCBD 2026 Special
(W) Joshua Williamson, Robert Kirkman, Daniel Warren Johnson (A) Jason Howard, Connor Hughes
The biggest year in the history of the Energon Universe is upon us, and this Free Comic Book Day issue features four all-new stories from the worlds of Transformers, GI Joe, Void Rivals, and more.
Join some of the biggest names in comics for both the perfect jumping-off point into the Energon Universe and a can’t-miss experience for longtime fans.
Keens Spot Entertainment:
spotlight 2026
(W) Various (A) Various (CA) To be determined
We spotlight Keenspot comics for teens and older, including MARK SPEARS MONSTERS, TIM SEELEY’S LUCKY, MAID CAFE, SKYCLAD, HOLY BRAWL, GREENHORNS, OTTER SQUAD, KIDS THESE DAYS, and more. This 2026 Free Comic Book Day feature debuts at least one new character and includes a bonus fold-out pullout poster by Mark Spears.
toy box 2026
(W) Various (A) Various (CA) To be determined
KEENSPOT TOYBOX 2026 is an illustrated toy box filled with fun for all ages. Playdate Free Comic Book Day 2026 with POOH BEAR ADVENTURES, ROBOT + GIRL, HERO HIRO, GRUBBS, JUNIOR HIGH HORRORS, SQUISH & SQUASH, SISTER POWERS, TOY and other popular kids comics from Keenspot! (Ages 0 and up. Batteries not included.)
Mad Cave Studio:
flash gordon #1
(W) Jeremy Adams (A/CA) Will Conrad
The best-selling sci-fi spectacle is back in an all-new black and white edition! The Flash wakes up on a secret prison planet somewhere in the galaxy. When he learns that Dale Arden is the subject of an assassination plot, he is forced to escape and travel across the galaxy to save her. Along the way, he encounters old friends, new threats, and a great mystery surrounding the WHO that is pulling the strings of this universe. The first exciting issue of an all-new ongoing series!
Terrorbyte #1
(W) Mark Russell (A) Felix Ruiz (CA) Juan Do
Relive the horror in an all-new black and white edition! In an age where technology is seamlessly intertwined with our daily lives, TERRORBYTES delves deep into the shadows of our digital existence and explores the uncharted territories of human consciousness shaped by technological advances. This new series pushes the boundaries of detective fiction, presenting stories that challenge identity, morality, and the nature of reality in a hyper-connected world. In the first issue, a headset that allows users to relive their fondest memories at the moment of death comes at a hefty price.
Oni Press: Mind MGMT/Fort Psycho Special
(W) Matt Kindt (A/CA) Brian Hart, Matt Kindt
Kindt’s first two splinter-filled new series under the FLUX HOUSE banner are preceded by the release of MIND MGMT: NEW & IMPROVED in June and FORT PSYCHO with co-creator and artist Brian Hart (The Sixth Gun) in August. Experience the psychoactive effects of FLUX HOUSE firsthand in this exclusive double feature…featuring two brand new short stories premiering here, only on Free Comics Day!
REKCAH Comics: The Future Is ****** Annual 2026 #1
(W) Fred Van Lente (A) Juan Gedeon (CA) Paul Pope
Introducing the ultimate standalone introductory one-shot of the greatest hacker comic of all time! Witness guest artist Juan Gedeon (Marvel’s Venom, DC’s Jurassic League) write an absolutely killer story by series regular writer Fred Van Lente (Deadpool vs. Punisher), and anyone can get acquainted with the 60-issue ongoing series. See, this manga has rules, and it’s free! Jump on the bandwagon, buddy! Huge guns and monsters also appear in this issue! What more could you want? A 24-page story, yes, it’s free! Key Selling Points A completely free, self-contained introduction to the SIXTY-ISSUE series. New York Times bestseller Fred Van Lente (Deadpool vs. Punisher, Marvel Zombies) has created a buzz with issues that everyone can read and enjoy. Interior artist JUAN GEDEON joins THE FUTURE IS ******, fresh off his acclaimed work on MARVEL (Venom) and DC COMICS (Jurassic League)! The cover is…HOLY CRAP! Is that Paul Pope?! You bet it is! The sci-fi master craftsman behind Batman: Year 100, THB, Heavy Liquid, and many other books has drawn this amazing cover, which is free for readers. Learn how to become a hacker with even more Capture the Flag challenges!
Titan Comics:
Conan the Barbarian: Tides of the Tyrant King #0
(W) Jim Zab (A) Jesus Marino (CA) Rob de la Torre
Conan the Cimmerian believed that the evil of Tulsa Doom had been banished forever, but the dark powers of the Atlantean necromancers are at work once again, and unless they are stopped, the dead will attack the living! The tyrannical king of Atlantis has returned and all will suffer unless Conan and his brave companions turn the tide back!
Gun Honey Double Down #0
(W) Charles Aldai (A/CA) Ace Continuade
Offered $10 million to smuggle guns into the Kremlin, Gun Honey Joanna Tan enlists the help of her beautiful ex-lover in a thrilling build-up to the events of the summer blockbuster Gun Honey: Doubles Down.
Vault Comics:
Dungeon Crawler Karl #0
(W) Matt Dinniman, Tevaga (A/CA) Laurel Pursuit Studio
New Achievement: You can read the first chapter for free! Wow, you can read it? ! LitRPG blockbuster phenomenon and New York Times bestselling dungeon crawler Karl is now available as a graphic novel for the first time. This Free Comic Book Day is your chance to read Chapter 1 early. You know what’s worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Trapped in a sadistic alien game show with her cat. This FCBD special features the first episode (and more!) of the WEBTOON series, which has over 3 million views and 175,000 subscribers.
Inanna: The Name She Lost #0
(W) Inanna Serkis, Tim Seeley (A/CA) Ademir Leal
From writer, director, and actress Inanna Serkis and Eisner Award-nominated and New York Times bestselling author Tim Seeley comes the first chapter of a complete modern reimagining of the ancient Assyrian goddess of love and war… Inanna: The Name She Lost — FCBD Special! Once the home of the love and peace movement, San Francisco is now a city at war with itself. Mayor and presidential candidate Tim Teller promises to fix the problem, but he has a new problem. On a crisp September night, Inanna emerged from the bay wearing only a lapis necklace. She can’t remember much except her name…and that she’s angry. With great strength and unwavering charisma, Inanna becomes a champion of her people. But her immortal life as the goddess of love and war returns to haunt her. Ancient enemies and modern monsters collide as love and war collide in a battle for the souls of humanity and Inanna herself.
Additional services not listed on Lunar’s website at the time of writing include:
Blaze: Cimmerian: Pool of the Black One
AMP Comics: Great American Heroes
Dynamite Entertainment: Stitch #1, Supernatural #1
UDON Entertainment: Rockman Showdown Special #1, Street Fighter Forever #0
UDON Entertainment/Manga Classic Journey to the West
As announced by the end of 2025, publishers distributed by Penguin Random House will instead participate in Comics Gift Day, which will also take place on May 2nd. You can check what each company offers by clicking on the link.
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