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All-In Act II: Next Level continues the DC All-In era, launching new series and bold new directions after DC K.O. while building on the wider storylines already set in motion across the DC Universe and Absolute Universe. Note: Things may move around in the early stages as we try and figure out the 'Meta' story connections.
DC All-In is a new jumping-on point following Absolute Power, establishing a fresh status quo for the DC Universe while launching the parallel Absolute Universe, all tied together by an overarching Darkseid narrative. With so many series involved, this reading order groups story arcs together so you can follow them without juggling dozens of plotlines at once.
Like Bendis? Like Hickman? Like Spider-Man? Like stories that influenced the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Then indulge yourself in Marvel's reimagining of classic heroes in a modern, grounded continuity, offering fresh origins and streamlined storytelling for a new generation of readers.
DC’s Crisis events reshape continuity, reboot timelines, and unite heroes against cosmic threats.
Geoff Johns’ DC Comics work is defined by revitalizing iconic characters and teams—like Green Lantern, The Flash, and the Justice League—while weaving epic storylines that blend continuity reverence with modern twists. Note: This isn't really in a chronological reading order, but rather broken down into his work on each major series. You can find links to crossovers within each reading order.
Gotham erupts into chaos as Vandal Savage wages war on the Bat-Family and Mayor Pamela Isley makes a desperate power play that could leave the city devastated. This order is in it's infancy and lead-in titles are likely to change a lot, as this event starts to take shape.
Darkseid forces the DC Universe into a brutal cosmic tournament, pitting hero against hero in a fight where every victory serves his hidden agenda.
Eternal night falls over the Marvel Universe as a united vampire army launches a global assault, forcing Earth’s heroes into a desperate fight for survival.
DC’s Absolute Universe reimagines iconic heroes in a bold new continuity, introducing fresh origins and relationships while exploring a world still discovering what it means to have superhumans among them.
Reimagining iconic heroes within a radically altered reality shaped by the Maker, where figures like Iron Lad, Doom, and a mature Peter Parker rise to challenge a world where heroism was suppressed before it could begin.
Geoff Johns reinvents the Green Lantern mythos by expanding its cosmic lore, deepening Hal Jordan’s legacy, and introducing epic, emotionally charged storylines that redefined heroism.