Get ready to witness the X-Men like never before—Marvel just dropped a bombshell at NYCC 2025, unveiling Shadows of Tomorrow, the next groundbreaking phase of their iconic mutant saga. But here’s where it gets controversial: Is this bold new direction a fresh start or a risky gamble for the beloved franchise? Let’s dive in.
After the Age of Revelation crossover wraps up in December 2025, the X-Men universe is set for a seismic shift in 2026. Shadows of Tomorrow promises to redefine the status quo, blending continuity with radical new storytelling. Some fan-favorite series, like Jed MacKay’s X-Men and Gail Simone’s Uncanny X-Men, will continue their ongoing numbering, while others, such as Storm and Magik, will be relaunched with fresh titles and directions. And this is the part most people miss: Marvel is also introducing a wave of brand-new solo series, including Cyclops and Rogue, which could either breathe new life into the franchise or divide longtime fans.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming in January 2026:
X-MEN #23
Written by JED MACKAY
Art and Cover by TONY DANIEL
In the Age of Revelation epilogue, one X-Man is stranded in a future where survival seems impossible. Meanwhile, their future counterpart has taken over their body in the present—a twist that raises more questions than answers. What chaos will ensue when these timelines collide?
X-MEN #24
Written by JED MACKAY
Art and Cover by TONY DANIEL
The gene-terrorist group 3K is back with a vengeance, but their internal power struggles might be their downfall. Can the X-Men exploit these cracks, or will 3K’s resurgence spell disaster?
UNCANNY X-MEN #22
Written by GAIL SIMONE
Art and Cover by DAVID MARQUEZ
Mutina, the daughter of darkness, crashes a festive event with a chilling request for the Uncanny X-Men. Refusal isn’t an option, and the bloody consequences will forever change how you see one core team member. Cake, blades, and murder—what could go wrong?
WOLVERINE #14
Written by SALADIN AHMED
Art by MARTÍN CÓCCOLO
Cover by DAN PANOSIAN
Wolverine teams up with Silver Sable to save a group of Morlocks, but alliances are murky, and danger lurks in the shadows. Who’s targeting Logan, and can he trust his new partner? The stakes have never been higher.
CYCLOPS #1 (OF 5)
Written by ALEX PAKNADEL
Art by ROGÊ ANTÔNIO
Cover by FEDERICO VICENTINI
Scott Summers, the ever-controlled leader of the X-Men, is stranded in the wilderness without his visor. With his powers unchecked and the Reavers on his trail, will Cyclops survive this brutal test of his instincts?
GENERATION X-23 #1
Written by JODY HOUSER
Art by JACOPO CAMAGNI
Cover by PARTHA PRATIM SARKAR
Laura Kinney thought she left her assassin past behind, but when she and Gabby uncover a harrowing plot tied to a long-lost friend, the legacy of X-23 comes roaring back. Can they outrun their deadly history, or will it consume them?
INGLORIOUS X-FORCE #1
Written by TIM SEELEY
Art by MICHAEL STA. MARIA
Cover by R.B. SILVA
Variant Cover by FRANCESCO MANNA
Cable returns from the future with fragmented memories and a dire mission. Teaming up with Hellverine, Archangel, and Boom-Boom, they must stop an assassination—but what secrets is Cable hiding? Strap in for the most extreme X-Force adventure yet.
MAGIK & COLOSSUS #1 (OF 5)
Written by ASHLEY ALLEN
Art by GERMÁN PERALTA
Cover by DAVID NAKAYAMA
Illyana and Piotr Rasputin, mutant siblings with a strained relationship, reunite to face ancient Russian monsters. Can they set aside their differences to save their homeland? Expect epic battles, mysticism, and raw family drama.
ROGUE #1 (OF 5)
Written by ERICA SCHULTZ
Art by LUIGI ZAGARIA
Cover by DAVID NAKAYAMA
Rogue’s idyllic life with Remy is shattered when her villainous past comes knocking. What sin could force her to leave Haven House, and do Mystique and Destiny hold the key? The past always catches up—but at what cost?
STORM: EARTH’S MIGHTIEST MUTANT #1
Written by MUREWA AYODELE
Art by FEDERICA MANCIN
Cover by R.B. SILVA
As the cosmos teeters on the brink of annihilation, Storm turns her focus to Earth, becoming its protector once more. From a Japanese tea ceremony with an enemy to a masquerade with monsters, her journey is both beautiful and brutal. But with Mistress Death looming, can even Storm escape her fate?
WADE WILSON: DEADPOOL #1
Written by BENJAMIN PERCY
Art and Cover by GEOFF SHAW
Deadpool is on the edge, haunted by a dark memory and lured into a dangerous mission by a mysterious client. Redemption is off the table—but what’s waiting for him is far worse. Can Wade Wilson ever be forgiven for his sins?
In other NYCC news, DC is reviving a canceled Swamp Thing comic from 36 years ago, sparking debates about its controversial content. Bold move or bad idea? Let us know in the comments.
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