PLUS: More retro Batman and horror!
Whenever we get news of new DC retro omnibi and whatnot, it’s always accompanied by a bunch of re-releases. Among the highlights this time around is Dave Gibbons and Steve Rude’s 1990 classic World’s Finest, plus more Batman and some horror.
Dig the descriptions from Penguin Random House, which handles DC in the book market, in chronological order:
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BATMAN ARKHAM: CLAYFACE (2026 EDITION)
The greatest Clayface stories from across the decades, collected in one volume in advance of the upcoming feature film!
Washed-up actor Basil Karlo. Matt Hagen, a common crook. Preston Payne, tragic scientist. These are just a few of the many people who have claimed the name Clayface! Some of them have incredible shape-changing abilities, while others have a deadly touch that can melt a person into a puddle of protoplasm. All of them have tormented the citizens of Gotham City and been defeated by the Dark Knight and his allies. Now witness the origins of their transformations and learn their ultimate fate!
Batman Arkham: Clayface collects some of the villain’s greatest stories by some of the industry’s greatest creators, including Ed Brubaker (Captain America), Len Wein (Swamp Thing), Mike W. Barr (Batman and the Outsiders), Darwyn Cooke (DC: The New Frontier), J.H. Williams III (Batwoman), Mike Mignola (Hellboy), and many more!
Collects Detective Comics #40, #298, and #478; Outsiders #21; Secret Origins #44; Batman #550; Catwoman #4; Batman: Gotham Knights #23 and #69-71; and Batman Villains Secret Files #1.
$24.99
Paperback/320 Pages
On Sale August 4, 2026
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HOUSE OF SECRETS: THE BRONZE AGE OMNIBUS VOL. 1 (NEW EDITION)
Welcome to the House of Secrets, where every dark and cobwebbed corner holds a spellbinding story of shock and suspense—and the door is always open!
As one of the most celebrated anthology titles of the Bronze Age of comics, The House of Secrets cemented its iconic status in the 1970s under the transformative leadership of editor Joe Orlando, whose impeccable instincts yielded a cornucopia of devilish delights in every intriguing issue.
Now these classic tales of the mysterious and the macabre—including the first appearance of Swamp Thing—are gathered in a handsome hardcover edition. House of Secrets: The Bronze Age Omnibus Vol. 1 (2026 Edition) collects issues #81-111 of the acclaimed series and features tantalizingly terrifying work from a host of comics’ greatest talents, including Bernie Wrightson, Len Wein, Alex Toth, Marv Wolfman, Wally Wood, Gerry Conway, Neal Adams, Jack Oleck, Jim Aparo, Jack Sparling, Sergio Aragonés, and many more!
$125.00
Hardcover/864 Pages
On Sale September 1, 2026
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BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD: THE BRONZE AGE OMNIBUS VOL. 1 (NEW EDITION)
A defining era of bold, unpredictable, Bronze Age adventure—where Batman becomes the DC Universe’s ultimate partner-in-crimefighting. This is the experimental, character-driven heart of the Brave and the Bold legacy—restored in full, oversized detail.
During the height of late-’60s and early-’70s Batmania, The Brave and the Bold transformed into DC’s boldest laboratory—pairing the Dark Knight with heroes from every corner of the universe. Across these issues, Batman teams with Wonder Woman, Deadman, Sgt. Rock, the Teen Titans, Metamorpho, Black Canary, the Spectre, Aquaman, Green Arrow, and many more, with stories that blend espionage, supernatural mystery, sci-fi spectacle, and street-level detective work.
Written by Bob Haney, Mike Sekowsky, and Denny O’Neil, and illustrated by Bronze Age icons Neal Adams, Jim Aparo, Ross Andru, Nick Cardy, and Irv Novick, these stories represent one of the most creatively fearless chapters in DC’s history.
Collects The Brave and the Bold #74-106—and includes a foreword by Robert Greenberger.
$125.00
Hardcover/894 Pages
On Sale October 6, 2026
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HOUSE OF MYSTERY: THE BRONZE AGE OMNIBUS VOL. 2 (NEW EDITION)
Welcome to the House of Mystery, where bone-chilling (and rib-tickling) revelations haunt every dark and shadowed room—and people are dying to get in!
One of the most celebrated anthology titles of the Bronze Age of comics, The House of Mystery earned its iconic status in the early 1970s under the skillful hands of editor Joe Orlando, whose uncanny aptitude for the fearsome and the frightful brought forth a sumptuous smorgasbord of arcane amusements in every enchanting installment.
Now these classic tales of the weird and the otherworldly are gathered for the first time in a handsome hardcover edition. House of Mystery: The Bronze Age Omnibus Vol. 2 collects issues #201-226 of the acclaimed series and features scarily sublime work from a horde of comics’ greatest artists, including Bernie Wrightson, Michael Wm. Kaluta, Sergio Aragonés, Alex Niño and some of the earliest published work by Jim Starlin, creator of Thanos. Collects House of Mystery #201-226.
$125.00
Hardcover/840 Pages
On Sale October 6, 2026
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BATMAN: THE GOLDEN AGE OMNIBUS VOL. 4 (NEW EDITION)
A cornerstone era of superhero history returns in a definitive, archival omnibus—showcasing the stories, creators, and visual language that further shaped Batman’s Golden Age identity.
Groundbreaking Golden Age classic stories—which cemented Batman’s place as the medium’s most popular hero—are gathered for the first time in this singular, expansive hardcover collection with a foreword by comics historian Michael Eury.
As World War II comes to an end, Batman and Robin continue to fight crime on the streets of Gotham City and beyond. In these thrilling adventures, the Dynamic Duo battle old foes like the Penguin, the Cavalier, and The Joker, while also meeting such classic characters as the Three Musketeers, Professor Moriarty and Santa Claus. All this, plus Alfred starts an amateur detective agency and Catwoman debuts an all-new costume.
Written by foundational creators including Bill Finger and illustrated by Golden Age greats such as Dick Sprang and Jerry Robinson, these tales balance lighthearted adventure with moments that reveal the humanity beneath the masks.
Collects Detective Comics #93–112, Batman #26–35, and stories from World’s Finest Comics #15–22.
$100.00
Hardcover/784 Pages
On Sale November 3, 2026
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NIGHTWING: YEAR ONE
By Chuck Dixon, Scott Beatty, Scott McDaniel, Andy Owens
Dick Grayson steps out of the shadow of the Bat—and into the legend he was meant to become. Nightwing: Year One captures the moment a young hero discovers the courage to claim his own name.
Cast out by Batman and unsure where he fits in a world that’s suddenly too big and too quiet, Dick Grayson sets out on a search for identity that spans the DC Universe. Writers Chuck Dixon (Robin, Birds of Prey) and Scott Beatty (Robin: Year One, Batgirl: Year One) chronicle his journey from lost partner to self-made hero as he seeks counsel from Superman, confronts the trauma of the Flying Graysons, and begins to understand that being a hero is something Bruce can neither grant nor revoke.
Artist Scott McDaniel (Daredevil, Batman) brings kinetic motion and bold emotional clarity to Dick’s transformation, capturing the raw vulnerability, explosive acrobatics, and icon-forging moments that define the birth of Nightwing. Together, this team delivers the definitive coming-of-age story of DC’s first Robin—one that reshapes his past, secures his future, and cements why the world needs Nightwing.
Collects Nightwing #101–106.
$17.99
Paperback/160 Pages
On Sale November 17, 2026
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NEW TEEN TITANS OMNIBUS VOL. 3 (NEW EDITION)
The saga that redefined DC’s greatest young team reaches its darkest, boldest era yet. The New Teen Titans Omnibus Vol. 3 captures the explosive turning point that transformed the Titans from rising heroes into icons.
Following the momentum of the first two omnibuses, Marv Wolfman and George Pérez lead the Titans into their most emotionally charged stories to date. These issues mark a sharp evolution in tone—more mature, more daring, and more character-driven—cementing the series’ place as a defining masterpiece of 1980s comics.
This volume also launches the Titans’ second series, expanding their mythology while introducing new challenges, new villains, and new emotional consequences. These stories showcase the Wolfman/Pérez team operating with unparalleled ambition and heart. Restored in a comprehensive modern edition, this omnibus preserves the era that shaped Cyborg, Changeling, Starfire, Wonder Girl, Raven, and Nightwing into the legends they remain today.
Collects The New Teen Titans #38, Tales of the Teen Titans #45-50; The New Teen Titans (Second Series) #1-6; The New Titans #50-61 and 66-67; and Secret Origins Annual #3.
$100.00
Hardcover/720 Pages
On Sale December 1, 2026
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WORLD’S FINEST DELUXE (2026 EDITION)
By Dave Gibbons, Steve Rude, Karl Kesel and Steve Oliff
Dave Gibbons and Steve Rude bring unmistakable precision and character insight to one of the greatest team-up stories of the 1990s—now available in a stunning Deluxe Edition.
Dave Gibbons (Watchmen, Green Lantern Corps) delivers a sharp, character-driven take on the alliance between Superman and Batman—two heroes united by purpose but divided by worldview. When the Joker and Lex Luthor forge a deadly partnership, the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight are drawn into a sleek, fast-paced thriller that explores their contrasting origins, heroic philosophies, and the mutual respect that ultimately binds them.
Featuring bold, retro-modern artwork by Eisner Award–winning artist Steve Rude (Nexus, The Moth), this story marries cinematic action with expressive character work. Rude’s crisp linework and iconic staging amplify the tension between Luthor’s cold ambition and Joker’s chaotic brutality, pushing the World’s Finest to their limits. This Deluxe Edition presents the full miniseries with restored detail, behind-the-scenes extras, and oversized pages worthy of its renowned creative team.
Collects World’s Finest (1990) #1-3.
$34.99
Hardcover/176 Pages
On Sale December 1, 2026
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Buncha thoughts:
— I never realized Cindy and Bobby Brady were in the DC Universe.
— The Clayface book was just solicited by DC but I’m including it here just because. Naturally, we’re getting it thanks to the upcoming movie.
— Plenty of more DC book news — links below!
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MORE
— JUSTICE LEAGUE BRONZE AGE OMNIBUS VOL. 4 Leads New Lineup of 2026 DC COMICS Retro Book Releases. Click here.
— Major Wave of DC FINEST Titles Added to 2026 Schedule. Click here.
— One of BATMAN’s Greatest Runs Ever Gets a DC FINEST Edition. Click here.
— O’NEIL and ADAMS’ Original BATMAN-RA’S AL GHUL SAGA Coming to DC FINEST Line. Click here.
— FOUR Groovy BRONZE AGE Collections Added to DC’s 2026 Schedule. Click here.
April 1, 2026
I loved the World’s Finest mini-series (I like it a lot better than the current WF series, but that’s just me). The solicitation mentions “this Deluxe Edition presents the full miniseries with restored detail.” I wonder if that means the artwork has been remastered (like on the recent Judas Contract Deluxe Edition).
April 1, 2026
That would be wonderful if WF was remastered. I will get this new printing but still hope that this will be someday released as an Absolute Edition slipcase hardcover. Wouldn’t mind that for Matt Wagner’s Trinity either.
April 1, 2026
Instead of repeating the Golden Age (GA) editions for BATMAN, I wish they would finish the Silver Age (SA). If they were to offer the complete Bronze Age (BA) I might stay with the omnibus format for consistency on the bookshelf. I say that even when the prices of the omnibus editions are getting crazy. I saw the latest Superman Triangle 3rd edition is listed around $170’ish. That’s crazy. I never paid the listed full price but at that level even if it drops 50% you are talking ~$85. My income has not kept up with publishing prices. My collection building days may be done. Otherwise, I will be looking at the lesser cost ones.
It is nice to “The Dude” get some attention. I love his World Finest take. He’s still producing new work too which is amazing and great for us the fans. His latest: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/steve-rude-the-dude/battle-for-thuneworld-artist-edition-hardcover
I’m interested in the Teen Titans. But, “The New Teen Titans (Second Series) #1-6; The New Titans #50-61 and 66-67;”….why does it jump from #6 to #50 on the second series title? Never mind the gap between 61 to 66. Not sure my OCD can handle that incompleteness of the run.
April 1, 2026
Wha?! I just got a used copy of that World’s Finest book on Amazon! Luckily, it’s not too late to send it back and buy the new one when it comes out then! Even better, this new printing with have the classic DC logo and not the ugly DC swirl one from years ago!