Skybound and Image Comics team with Hasbro to publish Energon Universe Special 2026 for Free Comic Book Day. The issue arrives Saturday, May 2, 2026.
The special celebrates the power of comics. It also offers a clean entry point for new readers and a must-read chapter for longtime fans. Major moments are promised.
Four Worlds. One Issue.
The biggest year in Energon Universe history kicks off with four brand-new stories. The lineup spans Transformers, G.I. Joe, Void Rivals, and more.
Top creators lead the charge. Writers include Robert Kirkman and Joshua Williamson. Art comes from Jason Howard, Conor Hughes, and additional talent.
Creators Celebrate the Event
“Free Comic Book Day is such an exciting holiday every year,” says Executive Editor Ben Abernathy. “To have four exciting stories by some of the best creators in the business is a dream come true.”
A Shared Universe Expands
The Energon Universe anchors the ongoing collaboration between Hasbro and Skybound. It unites Transformers and G.I. Joe in a shared comic book world.
Current titles include Void Rivals, Transformers, and G.I. Joe. Each series pushes the larger story forward. Fans can expect key revelations and answers to big questions shaping these iconic franchises.
Free Comic Book Day 2026 sets the stage. The Energon Universe moves into its next phase.
