Absolute Martian Manhunter #2 is a visual masterpiece, mixed with teases of the story's antagonist and what they're capable of. Things can only get crazier from here, and I, for one, am ready. Read Full Review

This comic is like listening to music with synesthesia or tasting poetry while providing a warts and all look at existence in 2025. Read Full Review

There's nothing else like this coming from the Big Two. Camp and Rodriguez seem to have asked themselves not simply how to tell a great story, but how to move the medium forward. This metamodern narrative engages with the way we as a reader engage with the world, and is distinctly in conversation with us. Read Full Review

Absolute Martian Manhunter #2 effectively tackles heavy, real-world themes like paranoia and mass violence. With relevant writing by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodrguez's stunningly vibrant and impactful artwork, the issue builds intrigue with poignant character moments and ends on a powerful cliffhanger. If you are not reading Absolute Martian Manhunter, what the f***? Read Full Review

The issue doesn't feel like there are any big reveals about the overall mythology of the issue, but it doesn't need them it's just incredibly fascinating to watch these two unlikely partners work. Read Full Review

Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 is a hard act to follow. It was the kind of first issue that truly announces itself. Indeed, Absolute Martian Manhunter #2 doesnt quite reach that same height. But it gets very close. The Martians dialogue proves a bit of an attention hog. All in all, though, Absolute Martian Manhunter #2 is another showcase for the power of the comic book medium. Read Full Review

The next adventures of John Jones and the Martian tackle a deadly situation with this chapter. Camp evolves the concept of the Martian Manhunter to new levels. Rodrguez constructs a truly captivating world which never lets readers escape from. This series is transcending the concept of superheroes in its own vision. Read Full Review

Absolute Martian Manhunter Issue 2 is more than just genre-defining, its genre-melting. Its the most mind-boggling superhero comic in years, breaking rules like theyre not there. Read Full Review

This second issue provides a stronger foundation and explanation than the first, along with a compelling single-issue story. Read Full Review

Absolute Martian Manhunter #2fills in some of the blanks regarding Agent Jones's new partner when the two embark on their first mission together to stop an active shooter. Deniz Camp's plot leaps ahead of the first issue by clarifying enough bits about the Martian's presence on Earth to make the story accessible, and Javier Rodriguez's art will continue to please his existing fans. That said, this issue raises a flag of concern about Camp's intentions for this series. Read Full Review

This is probably one of the best ongoing comics DC has ever published.

Amazing. Probably the finest second issue of an amazing book that I’ve ever read. It takes everything I loved about the first issue and moves it forward with exciting new developments, both in terms of plot and character. This is proving to be a book that I want to re-read immediately after I finish it. It definitely leaves you wanting more, and it also stimulates your imagination to ponder what future Absolute Universe team-ups with this character might look like.

Fantastic.

It's difficult at times to review a comic and use words that generally reflect how you feel. Martian Manhunter is absolutely and utterly perfection. The script , words , story and art just all come together magnificently...........JM

This beautiful psychedelic trip set in the Absolute universe continues.

Love it. This character hasn't felt this relevant in years.

Deniz Camp's star continues to rise, despite people unfairly turning on his wonderful Ultimate run.

The man might have the best new IP in years with Assorted Crisis Events. Watching his career boom has been a pleasure to see.

Deniz Camp was high when he was writing this.

it's honestly crazy on how this is the most confusing and abstract out of all the DC Absolute Universe series, yet it still makes some sense and is intriguing. I really do love Javier Rodriguez art here. It's beautiful.

The second issue continues the experimental storytelling with a tighter,, less confusing plot. I love the weird concepts and ideas and the 60s inspired artwork. My only issue is the protagonist himself. Agent Jones is just not a compelling, interesting character (yet), there’s nothing about him that makes me care for what’s happening to him. If Camp manages to fix this, Absolute Martian Manhunter has the potential to become a favorite on my pull list.

This is interesting but it needs to develop a proper engaging plot.