Godzillawill soon set his sights on Marvel’s first family,The Fantastic Four. It was previously announced that March 2025 will officially mark Godzilla’s takeover of the Marvel Universe. The King of the Monsters will merge with Marvel fora new six-issue crossover event, where each issue will feature Godzilla taking on an iconic superhero among the company’s roster. Now, we have been given a peek at the event’s launch, and the crossover will gift Galactus an impressive new ally that even Godzilla would think twice before crossing.
The one-shot in question isGodzilla vs. Fantastic Four#1 by Ryan North and John Romita Jr. which will hit stands on March 19. The cover art is by Adam Kubert, a wraparound variant cover by Leinil Francis Yu, a foil variant cover by Mark Bagley, a monster homage variant cover by Nick Bradshaw, and a versus variant cover by Lee Garbettcan all be found further below.
Godzilla vs Marvel Gets Green Light as the New Crossover Event Prepares to Merge Both Universes Together
Get ready Godzilla fans, because the King of the Monsters is coming to the Marvel Universe for an outrageous, six-issue crossover next year.
With Godzilla taking on the Marvel Universe, this issue will give The Fantastic Four its biggest challenge to date. After all, the Marvel heroeswon’t just have to fight Godzilla, but one of the kaiju’s foes.After all, it seems King Ghidorah is on deck and ready to take their place as the next Herald of Galactus.
What Does Godzilla vs. Fantastic Four Mean For Marvel Readers?
Godzilla Is Also Treating His Fans By Stepping Into The Marvel Universe
For Godzilla fans who are unfamiliar with Marvel lore, The Fantastic Four has been fighting against Galactus for the better part of 58 years as the Devourer of Worlds debuted in 1966. Oftentimes, Galactus is joined by a Herald at his side such as the ever-iconic Silver Surfer.The Heralds of Galactus are those who are gifted a small ounce of the Power Cosmicwhich gives Galactus his own power. These allies are expected to use that power to serve Galactus, do his bidding, and prepare the planet for his arrival before Galactus decides to devour that world. Marvel’s solicit forGodzilla vs. Fantastic Four#1 reads the following:
In GODZILLA VS. FANTASTIC FOUR #1, witness a threat never before seen as King Ghidorah descends upon the Earth with the Power Cosmic as Galactus’ newest herald! Can the Fantastic Four stop him from destroying New York along with the rest of the planet? It’s a city smashing spectacular as Godzilla with the help of the Silver Surfer join forces to stop the world from certain annihilation! A must-have for Marvel and Godzilla fans alike!
It looks like Ghidorah will be entering the Marvel Universe with the Power Cosmic already flowing through their veins. Now, the question is how Godzilla factors into this debate. The kaiju has beef with Ghidorah, so exactly how Godzilla comes into contact with Galactus and Ghidorah remains to be seen. There is the implication that Marvel’s Eater of Worlds may travel through the Monsterverse specifically to seek out and find King Ghidorah. It also begs whether Ghidorah wielding the Power Cosmic will have permanent implications on the canon of eitherMarvel or the Monsterverse. After all, we have seen Godzilla’s enemy take on all kinds of powers, but we have never seen Ghidorah saddle up with one of Marvel’s most famous villains.
Godzilla vs. Fantastic Four #1 Promises To Make The Kaiju Stronger Than Ever
What Ripple Effect Will Godzilla’s Marvel Run Have?
Ghidorah becoming a Herald of Galactus might have major ramifications in the Marvel Universe and maybe even the Monsterverse. It’s easy to presume that Ghidorah’s appearance in these six issues with The Fantastic Four is just a one-off. The titan will surely return to the Monsterverse after with Godzilla. However, even if that is the case, there have been cases in the past where former Heralds of Galactus maintained thePower Cosmic even after leaving his side. Even if his Herald status is temporary,Ghidorah might return to the his own universe more powerful than ever. But before anything can happen,Godzillamust make his way into the Marvel Universe with this special event.
Godzilla vs. Fantastic Four#1 arrives in stores from Marvel on June 25, 2025
Godzilla
The Godzilla franchise, spanning over six decades, follows the adventures of the titular kaiju, a colossal, prehistoric sea monster awakened and empowered by nuclear radiation. Originating in Japan, Godzilla has evolved from a destructive force of nature to a protector of humanity, battling various other giant monsters, including iconic foes like King Ghidorah, Mothra, and Mechagodzilla. The series explores themes of environmental destruction, nuclear anxiety, and human resilience. With numerous films, TV series, and an expanding universe, Godzilla remains a cultural icon, captivating audiences worldwide with its epic battles and compelling narratives.
