Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Nightwing isn’t just bad right now—it’s borderline unreadable. This issue shows how far DC has let the book fall.
Nightwing should be one of DC’s most reliable characters, but the current run proves how badly the title has lost its identity. What should be a grounded, character-driven superhero book has spiraled into chaotic nonsense, with bizarre concepts and tonal whiplash replacing coherent storytelling. The result is a comic that no longer resembles Nightwing in tone, scope, or purpose.
In this breakdown, we dig into how the creative direction and lack of editorial restraint have pushed Nightwing far beyond what longtime fans expect or want from the character, making the book increasingly difficult to defend or even finish.
Then it’s time for the week’s must-read comics:
• Redcoat #16 — Jeff Johns (writer), Bryan Hitch (artist)
A dialogue-driven issue packed with tension, character work, and Hitch delivering top-tier visual storytelling.
• The Darkness #2 — Mark Silvestri (writer), Raymond Gay (artist)
A violent, emotional chapter exploring Jackie Estacado’s past while the supernatural conflict continues to escalate.
• Alien vs. Captain America #3 — Frank Tieri (writer), Stefano Raffaele (artist)
A brutal WWII crossover that leans fully into horror, action, and unforgettable visual moments.
• Spider-Man & Wolverine #9 — Marc Guggenheim (writer), Gerardo Sandoval (artist)
Big action, strong pacing, and fun character interplay as the series races toward its conclusion.
• X-Men of Apocalypse #2 — Jeph Loeb (writer), Simone Di Meo (artist)
Classic X-Men energy with sharp visuals and a story that actually feels like an X-Men comic.
• DC K.O.: Green Lantern – Galactic Slam — Jeremy Adams (writer), Cian Tormey (artist)
Over-the-top fun, high energy, and pure comic book chaos done right.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:39 Nightwing is a Nightmare
04:23 Redcoat #16
06:02 The Darkness #2
07:11 Alien Vs Captain America #3
09:16 Spider-Man & Wolverine #9
11:07 X-Men of Apocalypse #2
13:10 DC K.O.: GL Galactic Slam
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Nightwing isn’t just bad right now—it’s borderline unreadable. This issue shows how far DC has let the book fall.
Nightwing should be one of DC’s most reliable characters, but the current run proves how badly the title has lost its identity. What should be a grounded, character-driven superhero book has spiraled into chaotic nonsense, with bizarre concepts and tonal whiplash replacing coherent storytelling. The result is a comic that no longer resembles Nightwing in tone, scope, or purpose.
In this breakdown, we dig into how the creative direction and lack of editorial restraint have pushed Nightwing far beyond what longtime fans expect or want from the character, making the book increasingly difficult to defend or even finish.
Then it’s time for the week’s must-read comics:
• Redcoat #16 — Jeff Johns (writer), Bryan Hitch (artist)
A dialogue-driven issue packed with tension, character work, and Hitch delivering top-tier visual storytelling.
• The Darkness #2 — Mark Silvestri (writer), Raymond Gay (artist)
A violent, emotional chapter exploring Jackie Estacado’s past while the supernatural conflict continues to escalate.
• Alien vs. Captain America #3 — Frank Tieri (writer), Stefano Raffaele (artist)
A brutal WWII crossover that leans fully into horror, action, and unforgettable visual moments.
• Spider-Man & Wolverine #9 — Marc Guggenheim (writer), Gerardo Sandoval (artist)
Big action, strong pacing, and fun character interplay as the series races toward its conclusion.
• X-Men of Apocalypse #2 — Jeph Loeb (writer), Simone Di Meo (artist)
Classic X-Men energy with sharp visuals and a story that actually feels like an X-Men comic.
• DC K.O.: Green Lantern – Galactic Slam — Jeremy Adams (writer), Cian Tormey (artist)
Over-the-top fun, high energy, and pure comic book chaos done right.
Video Sponsor — The 616 Comics
For the best retailer-exclusive variants in comics, check out The 616 Comics.
Visit https://the616comics.com! Use code THINKINGCRITICAL to get 10% off their exclusive covers.
🎧 Want More No-BS Comic Talk?
The latest Hot or Not Podcast is live right now, covering even more weekly releases and deeper discussion.
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
00:39 Nightwing is a Nightmare
04:23 Redcoat #16
06:02 The Darkness #2
07:11 Alien Vs Captain America #3
09:16 Spider-Man & Wolverine #9
11:07 X-Men of Apocalypse #2
13:10 DC K.O.: GL Galactic Slam
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.
