Wasn't that called Rebirth?
Dark Nights: Death Metal #1
| Writer | Scott Snyder |
| Artist | Greg Capullo |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
Get ready for the earth-shattering encore! The legendary team behind Dark Nights: Metal and Batman: Last Knight on Earth take center stage and reunite for one last tour. When the Earth is enveloped by the Dark Multiverse, the Justice League is at the mercy of the Batman Who Laughs. Humanity struggles to survive in a hellish landscape twisted beyond recognition, while Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman have all been separated and fight to survive. Unleash the beast and let the head banging begin!
CRITIC REVIEWS
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10
Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles
Jun 16, 2020Strap your seats in kids. Dark Nights Death Metal is here and ready to blow your mind and expectations. Read Full Review
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10
Comics: The Gathering - Wes Greer
Jun 16, 2020I can honestly say that I have been so excited waiting for this story and now that I have finally had a chance to read it, I am even ore excited to move forward with the story as well as the tie ins. I knew this story was going to be incredible, but I was not prepared for it to blow my mind the way it did. I can easily say this may be the best series to be released this year and there is no where to go from here but up. Read Full Review
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10
The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally
Jun 16, 2020Greg Capullo's art is the icing on an already decadent cake with the art not only being beautifully detailed, but celebratory of these characters and their powers. Everything from the composition of the panels to how they progress the story is brilliantly done. Read Full Review
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10
But Why Tho? - Lizzy Garcia
Jun 16, 2020At the end of the day, Death Metal #1is a wild ride and an absolute must-read for DC fans particularly anyone partial to Wonder Woman and Batman. Read Full Review
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10
On Comics Ground - Travis Tucker
Jun 17, 2020As you can probably guess, I am foaming at the mouth for this to come to fruition in full. Being a lifelong metalhead and Batman fan, this has a special place in my heart where it will permanently remain. I can't express to you guys enough how excited I am for this to have more issues. Like any good mosh pit warrior pick up those who fall down reading this. We cannot allow this series to be a rainbow in the dark. It's far too balls to the wall to be left behind right now, nothing else matters in comics. Read Full Review
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10
DC Comics News - Carl Bryan
Jun 18, 2020Capullo draws a mighty intimidating cast of heroes. Snyder weaves what may be the final tale of the Metal/Multi Universes. All hands on deck for this" and Clark has not even weighed in yet. Get your hands on this comic. This is as iconic as the issues where Superman's tattered cape is flapping in the wind and Batman's spine was cracked by Bane. Read Full Review
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10
Comic Crusaders - Lucas Fashina
Jun 18, 2020Almost a year ago DC Comics publishers Dan DiDio and Jim Lee talked about DC priorities as building the "connective tissue" of DC continuity, Dark Nights Death Metal seems to be the biggest step toward building that. Read Full Review
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10
Nerdly - Dean Fuller
Jun 18, 2020A book that does live up to the hype, and in terms of what it is trying to do should be an absolute epic. A game changer for an entire universe and it's history. Read Full Review
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9.9
Geek'd Out - Howard Smith
Jun 17, 2020Overall, I enjoy where the comic is heading. I believe the event has just begun. People should really consider picking this one up, because I have a feeling something amazing will present itself. Read Full Review
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9.6
The Brazen Bull - Charlie Chipman
Jun 16, 2020Chainsaws, necromancy, and leather - a lot of leather - Dark Nights: Death Metal (2020-) #1 is an epic first chapter in what promises to be another hard-hitting, universe-shaping event from Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo. This is as Metal as it gets, folks; dime the volume and prepare to be Killed By Death (Metal). Read Full Review
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9.6
Forces Of Geek - Lenny Schwartz
Jun 17, 2020It is the hand reaching out to every story that came before it in this universe, saying "you matter." Read Full Review
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9.5
Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield
Jun 17, 2020This is one of the most unpredictable first issues I can remember, with callbacks to some of the greatest DC events of all time and excellent characterization for a Wonder Woman and a Batman pushed beyond their limits. It's exactly what I'd want out of a first issue of Snyder and Capullo's ultimate comic book event. Read Full Review
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9.5
Black Nerd Problems - Morgan Hampton
Jun 17, 2020Snyder and Capullo are back like they never left with their debut of Dark Nights: Death Metal, and somehow, they are still able to take it to another level with the absolute insanity on the page. If you've read any of their stories from the past few years, you're gonna want to pick this one up. Read Full Review
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9.3
Comic Watch - Matt Meyer
Jun 16, 2020Dark Knights: Death Metal #1 is more fun than a barrel of used death metal CDs. Big, fun, and utterly over the top, the fate of the DCU being at stake couldn't possibly be a louder power chord! Read Full Review
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9.3
Sequential Planet - Marcus Orchard
Jun 17, 2020Dark Knights: Death Metal #1 is another home run for this creative team. Fans of these characters should absolutely pick up this issue and get on board. Read Full Review
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9.0
AIPT - David Brooke
Jun 16, 2020It's fitting coming from Snyder and Capullo since they've told so many stories together, and it's exciting to see them try new things and surprise us. It's quite clear both are going down in comics history as one of the most dynamic, creative teams of all time. Read Full Review
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9.0
Dark Knight News - Steve J Ray
Jun 16, 2020My one complaint is that on all the covers, and all the previews leading up to this book, we saw a ton of Superman, but he only gets the briefest of mentions in this issue. (You teases, you!). Apart from the that, Dark Nights: Death Metal #1 is an absolute gem of a comic. Read Full Review
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9.0
Dark Nights: Death Metal #1is a success because of its willingness to embrace the craziest elements of the DC Universe and make them a point of emphasis. Like past efforts, the story attempts to explain the convoluted and contradictory nature of the publisher's history. The difference is that there is a lack of self-seriousness, pushing to give readers a fun time. Even those that have not kept up with the events between the originalMetaland this can follow along with relative ease.Dark Nights: Death Metal #1revels in the insanity of the DC cosmology, and is an absolute blast. Read Full Review
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9.0
Comics Bulletin - Daniel Gehen
Jun 17, 2020Dark Nights: Death Metal #1is a success because of its willingness to embrace the craziest elements of the DC Universe and make them a point of emphasis. Like past efforts, the story attempts to explain the convoluted and contradictory nature of the publisher's history. The difference is that there is a lack of self-seriousness, pushing to give readers a fun time. Even those that have not kept up with the events between the originalMetaland this can follow along with relative ease.Dark Nights: Death Metal #1revels in the insanity of the DC cosmology, and is an absolute blast. Read Full Review
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9.0
Comic Book Revolution - Rokk
Jun 18, 2020Overall: Death Metal #1 is a brilliant start to DC's newest big event. Scott Snyder comes out swinging as he delivers an issue that offers the reader everything they would want in the debut issue of a big event. Snyder rolls out a story that is focused on strong continuity work with a goal to reshape the entire DCU. There is something for everyone. Good action, quality character work, impressive world-building, and impeccable plotting. It looks like DC has another smash hit big event with Death Metal. Death Metal #1 is definitely worth your hard-earned money. Read Full Review
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8.8
Impulse Gamer - Andrew Bistak
Jun 17, 2020Once again Snyder stacks this comic with a plethora of cameos from Lobo to the Demon, including an awesome scene with our Batman using a Black Lantern ring against the Dark Knights. Read Full Review
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8.5
Batman-News - Casper Rudolph
Jun 16, 2020On the surface, this book is fine. It's a fun read and promises a great adventure through the upcoming issues. However, when I start paying attention to some of the technical details, I do end up asking questions that I struggle to find answers to. Moreover, the lengthy exposition can be somewhat overwhelming. Other than that, this book is hella entertaining and well worth a purchase if you are into a dark fantasy take on the DC Universe. Recommended! Read Full Review
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8.3
Weird Science - Jim Werner
Jun 16, 2020Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo kick off their Death Metal event with an issue that may be confusing to some, but after reading it, I am intrigued to find out more. Things do line up with everything that Snyder had given fans up to this point, so those jumping in here for the first time may struggle more than others. While it does come off as overly dark at first glance, there is a sense of hope running underneath that I hope surfaces more and more as we progress. Read Full Review
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8.1
Graphic Policy - Brett
Jun 16, 2020The team really nails the first issue. At first, you might feel lost but it all comes together. Dark Nights: Death Metal #1 really starts to connect the dots and finish the puzzle of a big picture story that was started years ago. We get some action but we also get the start of an event that feels like it'll begin to really pay off for those who have stuck around for so long and trusted there was a bigger picture at work. You might think this is the next chapter of Dark Nights: Metal, but Dark Nights: Death Metal #1 ties into so much more of what's been going on. Read Full Review
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8.0
Newsarama - David Pepose
Jun 16, 2020Even despite a few continuity bumps in the road, Dark Nights: Death Metal absolutely one-ups its predecessor in terms of intensity and tone, and will likely be a crowd-pleaser for anyone who's enjoyed Snyder and Capullo's work together over the last decade. Read Full Review
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8.0
ComicBook.com - Matthew Aguilar
Jun 17, 2020They seem to be having an absolute ball creating this crazy world, and you'll have just as much fun getting lost in it. Read Full Review
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7.8
Multiversity Comics - Joe Skonce
Jun 18, 2020"Dark Nights: Death Metal" #1 sets up the stakes for an epic struggle, balancing DC mythology with bombastic metal action! Read Full Review