Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
G.I. Joe #24 delivers one of the biggest "oh crap" moments of the year, while Nightwing somehow finds another way to get even worse. Here's what you should actually spend your money on this week.
Dan Watters' Nightwing continues its baffling obsession with a haunted highway, wasting Dennis Cowan's incredible artwork on one of DC's most frustrating current runs. Thankfully, the rest of the week is packed with outstanding comics. Wes highlights the books that deserve your attention, including another explosive chapter of G.I. Joe, an unforgettable showdown in Battle Beast, Marvel's surprisingly strong Punisher vs. The Amazing Spider-Man, and another excellent issue of Infernal Hulk.
Big thanks to The 616 Comics, the #1 producer-retailer in the comic book industry. Use code THINKINGCRITICAL at checkout for 10% OFF their exclusive variant covers on their website or app:
🔗 the616comics.com
🎧 Want More No-BS Comic Talk?
The latest Hot or Not Podcast is live right now, covering even more weekly releases and deeper discussion.
Then it’s time for the week’s must-read comics:
Space Ghost Annual — Dynamite Entertainment
Writer: David Pepose
Artist: Jonathan Lau
A heartfelt, character-driven annual that celebrates everything that has made Space Ghost one of the industry's best superhero comics while setting up an exciting new direction.
G.I. Joe #24 — Skybound/Image Comics
Writer: Joshua Williamson
Artist: Andrea Milana
Crystal Ball's plans become clearer as Destro and Baroness fight side by side in another thrilling chapter packed with action, intrigue, and a jaw-dropping ending.
Battle Beast #11 — Skybound/Image Comics
Writer: Robert Kirkman
Artist: Ryan Ottley
Battle Beast and Conquest unleash absolute carnage in one of the year's most entertaining action comics, filled with brutal fights, hilarious moments, and spectacular artwork.
Dungeon Crawler Carl #0 — Vault Comics
Writer: Matt Dinniman
Artists: Various
The hit fantasy series arrives in comics with an entertaining introduction to Carl's bizarre new reality, blending dark humor, RPG mechanics, and sci-fi insanity.
Punisher vs. The Amazing Spider-Man #1 — Marvel Comics
Writer: Dan Abnett
Artist: Matteo Della Fonte
Spider-Man and the Punisher clash over justice, responsibility, and redemption in Marvel's strongest Spider-Man story in a long time.
Infernal Hulk #9 — Marvel Comics
Writer: Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Artist: Adam Gorham
Bruce Banner and Doctor Voodoo venture deeper into the supernatural as the series builds toward Hulk War with strong horror elements and major revelations.
Deathstroke: The Terminator #5 — DC Comics
Writer: Tony Fleecs
Artist: Carmine Di Giandomenico
Deathstroke continues his search for answers in a fast-paced action thriller that delivers another strong showcase for one of DC's greatest assassins.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:49 Nightwing Keeps Getting Worse
03:50 Space Ghost Annual
05:24 G.I. Joe #24
07:13 Battle Beast #11
09:03 Dungeon Crawler Carl #0
10:46 Punisher Vs The Amazing Spider-Man #1
12:37 Infernal Hulk #9
14:32 Deathstroke: The Terminator #5
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📸 Instagram: instagram.com/thinkingcrit
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Contact Wes
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G.I. Joe #24 delivers one of the biggest "oh crap" moments of the year, while Nightwing somehow finds another way to get even worse. Here's what you should actually spend your money on this week.
Dan Watters' Nightwing continues its baffling obsession with a haunted highway, wasting Dennis Cowan's incredible artwork on one of DC's most frustrating current runs. Thankfully, the rest of the week is packed with outstanding comics. Wes highlights the books that deserve your attention, including another explosive chapter of G.I. Joe, an unforgettable showdown in Battle Beast, Marvel's surprisingly strong Punisher vs. The Amazing Spider-Man, and another excellent issue of Infernal Hulk.
Big thanks to The 616 Comics, the #1 producer-retailer in the comic book industry. Use code THINKINGCRITICAL at checkout for 10% OFF their exclusive variant covers on their website or app:
🔗 the616comics.com
🎧 Want More No-BS Comic Talk?
The latest Hot or Not Podcast is live right now, covering even more weekly releases and deeper discussion.
Then it’s time for the week’s must-read comics:
Space Ghost Annual — Dynamite Entertainment
Writer: David Pepose
Artist: Jonathan Lau
A heartfelt, character-driven annual that celebrates everything that has made Space Ghost one of the industry's best superhero comics while setting up an exciting new direction.
G.I. Joe #24 — Skybound/Image Comics
Writer: Joshua Williamson
Artist: Andrea Milana
Crystal Ball's plans become clearer as Destro and Baroness fight side by side in another thrilling chapter packed with action, intrigue, and a jaw-dropping ending.
Battle Beast #11 — Skybound/Image Comics
Writer: Robert Kirkman
Artist: Ryan Ottley
Battle Beast and Conquest unleash absolute carnage in one of the year's most entertaining action comics, filled with brutal fights, hilarious moments, and spectacular artwork.
Dungeon Crawler Carl #0 — Vault Comics
Writer: Matt Dinniman
Artists: Various
The hit fantasy series arrives in comics with an entertaining introduction to Carl's bizarre new reality, blending dark humor, RPG mechanics, and sci-fi insanity.
Punisher vs. The Amazing Spider-Man #1 — Marvel Comics
Writer: Dan Abnett
Artist: Matteo Della Fonte
Spider-Man and the Punisher clash over justice, responsibility, and redemption in Marvel's strongest Spider-Man story in a long time.
Infernal Hulk #9 — Marvel Comics
Writer: Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Artist: Adam Gorham
Bruce Banner and Doctor Voodoo venture deeper into the supernatural as the series builds toward Hulk War with strong horror elements and major revelations.
Deathstroke: The Terminator #5 — DC Comics
Writer: Tony Fleecs
Artist: Carmine Di Giandomenico
Deathstroke continues his search for answers in a fast-paced action thriller that delivers another strong showcase for one of DC's greatest assassins.
Support the Channel / Join the Community
Support Thinking Critical on Patreon for Exclusive Content
🔗 patreon.com/thinkingcritical
Back Channel Memberships
🔗 youtube.com/@Wes_From_TC/join
🛒 Official Thinking Critical Merch
🔗 redbubble.com/people/T-Critical/shop?asc=u
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:49 Nightwing Keeps Getting Worse
03:50 Space Ghost Annual
05:24 G.I. Joe #24
07:13 Battle Beast #11
09:03 Dungeon Crawler Carl #0
10:46 Punisher Vs The Amazing Spider-Man #1
12:37 Infernal Hulk #9
14:32 Deathstroke: The Terminator #5
Follow the Channel
📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@thinking_critical
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/thinkingcrit
📘 Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/1368359010382132
💬 Discord: discord.gg/uHM3Z68
🎮 Twitch: twitch.tv/thinking_critical_yt
Contact Wes
🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/Wes_from_TC
📧 Email: wesdigscomic@gmail.com
🔊 Automatic Dubbing Disclaimer
This video includes YouTube’s automatic dubbing feature for non-English speakers. Translations may contain minor errors and do not always reflect tone or expression. You can switch back to the original English track in the settings if needed.
