The End 2099 #1 rolls out — a multiversal clash that reshapes the future

Marvel’s latest debut thrusts the 2099 vigilantes into a cosmic gamble with Mephisto, forcing them to battle beloved heroes from across the ages. A looming, blackened threat and a surprise new Spider‑Man make this first issue a must‑read for anyone craving high‑stakes sci‑fi action.

Steve Orlando’s new series, The End 2099, launches with a premise that feels like a collision of every alternate‑future you’ve ever imagined. The story gathers the next‑generation crime‑fighters—Spider‑Man 2099, Nova 2099, Red Hulk 2099 and their peers—and throws them into a battle that reaches far beyond their timeline.

In a world scarred after the Age of Heroes, a terrifying entity known as Abyssyus—a hybrid of a Knull‑tainted Galactus—casts a shadow that devours everything. Mephisto, ever the opportunist, wagers the survival of 2099 on a brutal contest, matching the futuristic squad against iconic figures such as Age of Apocalypse Wolverine, the Claremont‑Byrne Cyclops, Marvel Girl, and a House of M‑era Wanda. The stakes are nothing less than the continuation of an entire timeline.

The creative team adds extra weight. Orlando, who has a knack for turning ensemble casts into emotionally resonant dramas, scripts the clash with tight pacing. Ibraim Roberson delivers kinetic, neon‑tinged panels that capture both the grimy streets of 2099 and the otherworldly horror of the Devour in Black. David Marquez’s cover teases the looming chaos with a striking composition that hints at the surprise arrival of Spider‑Man 3099.

If the multiversal mash‑up sounds appealing, you might also enjoy Wolverine: Age of Apocalypse #1, where the feral mutant faces his own apocalyptic reality. The thematic echo of heroes fighting their own timelines makes it a natural companion piece.

Whether you’re a long‑time fan of the 2099 line or just looking for a fresh, high‑concept showdown, The End 2099 #1 offers a gripping entry point that promises bigger battles ahead.