IDW Reveals San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Godzilla Exclusive Covers

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IDW Publishing is heading to San Diego Comic-Con and going all-out to celebrate its slate of summer blockbuster comic book launches. Located on the show floor (#2729) and featuring an all-new booth, IDW Publishing is proud to offer fans in attendance eight stunning exclusive covers, plus free giveaway collectibles!

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Godzilla Vs America: San Diego Variant by Godtail

Godzilla returns to the Golden State to smash through the country’s biggest comic book convention in this oversize one-shot! What’s the biggest thing coming to Comic-Con this year? Comic book and movie announcements? Nope. Comic creators, cosplayers, and celebrities? No! Rising from the depths of San Diego Bay is the king of the monsters, ready for its destructive photo op. Move over, Hall H—this year, all eyes are on Hall G!

Join Godzilla as it takes on a roster of San Diego Comic-Con all-stars. Sorry, folks, but Godzilla doesn’t wait in line. Featuring stories by Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), Greg & Fake (Santos Sisters), and more!

Writers and Artists: Dave Baker, Sean Calloway, Nicole Goux, Greg Petrie, Fake Petrie, Stan Sakai, Gavin Smith

Page Count: 48

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Sonic the Hedgehog X Godzilla #1 Variant by Natalie Haines

When the King of the Monsters and other iconic kaiju mysteriously arrive in the Blue Blur's world, the brilliant and evil Dr. Eggman will try to harness the power of the kaiju for his own nefarious goals. Only Sonic and his amazing allies -- including Amy, Tails, Knuckles, and Shadow -- will be able to stand in the villain's way and try to send the giant monsters back to their own world.

Writer: Nick Marino
Artist: Jack Lawrence
Colors: Reggie Graham
Letters: Nathan Widick
Editors: Bixie Mathieu, Thea Cheuk

Page Count: 36

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The Horror of Godzilla #1 Variant by Andrew K Currey

A terrifying look at Godzilla’s first attack!

Tokyo, 1954. As the country begins to look toward its postwar future, two scientists start an experiment in the Pacific Ocean. It is meant to change everything…and it will. Come now, reader, and bear witness to the incredible horror of the King of the Monsters. There are no heroes. There are no survivors. There is only the wrath of Godzilla.

This standalone four-issue miniseries serves as a prequel to the Kai-Sei Era while also being perfect for fans of GODZILLA MINUS ONE, SHIN GODZILLA, and GODZILLA (1954). Written by rising star authors Ethan S. Parker and Griffin Sheridan (Marvel Zombies, Kill Your Darlings) and illustrated by one of the best horror artists of all time, Tristan Jones (Event Horizon, Aliens), this comic experience puts you on the ground during the kaiju’s first attack. And as readers will soon discover, they’ve never seen a Godzilla attack quite like this one before…

Writers: Ethan S. Parker, Griffin Sheridan
Artist: Tristan Jones

Editor: Jake Williams

Page Count: 36

Additional IDW SDCC 2026 Exclusives include...

HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS: HELLO WORLD! #1 Variant by Mirka Andolfo

TMNT #300 Variant by Chuck U

STAR TREK: RED SHIRTS - GHOST OF THE 21ST CENTURY #1 Variant by Tristan Jones, Charlie Kirchoff

THE ROCKETEER: INFILTRATOR! #1 Variant by Nathan Szerdy

TMNT: THE LAST RONIN - TRAINING DAY Variant by Attack Peter

The award-winning publisher will also have the following collectibles for free, while supplies last.

Star Trek #1 ashcan
IDW Dark ashcan, featuring Any Given Smile #1 and You'll Never Leave This Place Alive #1
HELLO KITTY poster
IDW Crime sampler
IDW Crime poster
And more!

Next week, IDW Publishing will reveal its packed schedule of signings with fan-favorite creators, plus details about all four panels featuring TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES, STAR TREK, GODZILLA, and its hit horror imprint IDW Dark.

About IDW

IDW (NYSE AMERICAN: IDW) is a leading media company providing uniquely compelling stories and characters in various genres for global audiences across all entertainment platforms. The award-winning IDW Publishing and IDW Entertainment divisions holistically evaluate and acquire IP for franchise development across comics and graphic novels, television, theatrical, games, merchandise, and other entertainment platforms, in addition to bringing world-renowned storytelling to life with our creative partners.

About Toho International

Toho International, Inc., the Japanese studio’s U.S.-based subsidiary, has brought classic Godzilla, with 70 years of storytelling and monster mayhem, brand awareness and excitement to audiences around the world through a comprehensive licensing program spanning toys & collectibles, gaming, apparel, accessories, publishing, seasonal, housewares, food & beverage, and many more categories. With over 25 live-action films, numerous animated films and series, and more action-packed new content to come, Toho has captured the love and attention of Godzilla fans from all across the globe. Always-on content accessible across multiple streaming platforms has put Godzilla and other Toho monsters at the forefront of consumers' minds as the franchise gears up for an exciting next generation of storytelling and fandom.

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