Godzilla Destroys The Marvel Universe #1 Review

Writer: Gerry Duggan

Art: Javier Garron and Mark Brooks

Publisher: Marvel Comics

Price:$4.99

Reviewed by: Anonymous

Release Date: July 16th, 2025

LOOK OUT NEW YORK! A previously dormant Godzilla has been angrily awoken and begun carving a path of annihilation as Earth’s Mightiest Heroes band together to try and stop it’s cataclysmic rampage! But when their combined efforts fail to slow the Bringer of Destruction, Earth’s heroes are forced to go to extraordinary lengths to try and bring Godzilla down – including joining forces with Earths most devious villains! But will this be enough to stop Godzilla as it tears straight through the Marvel Universe into the Dark Dimension and other realms? Plus, how is the King of the Monsters connected to the mysterious metal, Vibranium, and what does this mean for Wakanda? In the face of an unstoppable force of nature, the Marvel Universe must come together like never before in this earth-shattering fight for Earth’s survival. It’s all hands on deck in the FIRST of FIVE electrifying chapters in this epic saga!

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THE DISPATCH

Gerry Duggan kicks off this event with cinematic impact. After classic one-shots where Godzilla tangled with the X-Men, Avengers, and Fantastic Four, this latest issue unites the entire Marvel Universe—and its villains—to halt the monster’s rampage. Adding Dark Dimension detours and a new link to Wakanda’s vibranium opens ambitious potential: will Wakandan tech or mysticism play a role in stopping—or understanding—this beast?

Duggan escalates quickly—heroes unite, fail spectacularly, and recruit villains in desperation . With vibranium intertwined in the plot, Wakanda may emerge as both target and savior. The resonance of Godzilla’s power in vibranium-rich environments is emboldened and ominous. A jaw-dropping cameo suggests the Venom symbiote might bond to Godzilla—hinting at devastating new threats.

Javier Garrón delivers spectacular set pieces and cinematic panels. The series opens with iconic Marvel faces (Fantastic Four, X-Men) facing off in the rubble with grounded storytelling meeting an epic scope. Colorist Jesús Aburtov amplifies Godzilla’s aura with fiery tones and symbiote-black accents when hints of alien presence emerge. Whether devastation in Manhattan or portal-straddling battlefields, Garrón’s layouts capture dynamic movement and massive scale with precision.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #1 is an event-level ambitious story. Heroes and villains teamup with cosmic detours, and mystical narrative meat. Moreover, this issue has intensity from page one, yet breathes room for drama and teasers. Plus, the massive action translates beautifully in Garrón’s art. Yet, with so many threads such as Dark Dimension, symbiotes, and vibranium, the focus must remain sharp. However, Duggan should be careful not to misuse villains as gimmicks rather than meaningful characters with emotional impact. Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #1 is a monstrously fun kickoff to Marvel’s boldest summer event. Duggan’s script is lean and relentless, poking at mythic, technological, and cosmic lore all at once, while Garrón’s art brings unforgettable scale and energy. If future issues maintain focus—grounding the bombast in character stakes—it could define Marvel’s 2025 event season.