DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion Announced for Worldwide Release on May 5, 2026
The highly anticipated collaboration between DC Comics and Sega’s iconic Sonic the Hedgehog franchise is making its return with a brand-new limited comic book event.
Titled 'DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion,' this five-issue crossover series will be released globally on May 5, 2026, bringing together celebrated heroes from both universes for another action-packed adventure. After the success and fan acclaim of their previous crossover, DC Comics and Sega are set to expand the worlds of Batman, Superman, Sonic, and friends in an all-new story helmed by renowned writer Ian Flynn.
Flynn, best known for his work on the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series, returns to lead the project.
He is joined by artist Adam Bryce Thomas, whose distinctive and dynamic illustrations are set to bring the crossover’s high-octane energy to life. In 'DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion,' mysterious mechanical rings have begun to appear throughout the DC Universe and Sonic’s dimension.
These rings create unpredictable disruptions, intertwining both worlds and reuniting heroes in an exhilarating but perilous scenario.
As celebrated characters come together once more, underlying dangers emerge when a hidden adversary manipulates events behind the scenes, threatening to transform this extraordinary reunion into chaos. Reflecting on the upcoming release, Ian Flynn shared his enthusiasm for the project, stating that he thoroughly enjoyed working on the first crossover and is delighted that the story’s earlier hints are now being explored further.
Flynn expressed his hope that readers will find as much excitement and enjoyment in this new series as he has in crafting it. The collaboration marks another creative milestone for both DC Comics and Sega, who continue to engage comics audiences with visually stunning and narratively ambitious crossovers.
With 'Metal Legion,' both veteran fans and newcomers can look forward to immersive storytelling, striking artwork, and a memorable exploration of the shared possibilities between the DC Universe and Sonic’s world.
' DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion ' will be available through global comic retailers and digital platforms starting May 5, 2026.
Stay tuned to official channels for further updates and previews as the release date approaches.
Titled 'DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion,' this five-issue crossover series will be released globally on May 5, 2026, bringing together celebrated heroes from both universes for another action-packed adventure. After the success and fan acclaim of their previous crossover, DC Comics and Sega are set to expand the worlds of Batman, Superman, Sonic, and friends in an all-new story helmed by renowned writer Ian Flynn.
Flynn, best known for his work on the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series, returns to lead the project.
He is joined by artist Adam Bryce Thomas, whose distinctive and dynamic illustrations are set to bring the crossover’s high-octane energy to life. In 'DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion,' mysterious mechanical rings have begun to appear throughout the DC Universe and Sonic’s dimension.
These rings create unpredictable disruptions, intertwining both worlds and reuniting heroes in an exhilarating but perilous scenario.
As celebrated characters come together once more, underlying dangers emerge when a hidden adversary manipulates events behind the scenes, threatening to transform this extraordinary reunion into chaos. Reflecting on the upcoming release, Ian Flynn shared his enthusiasm for the project, stating that he thoroughly enjoyed working on the first crossover and is delighted that the story’s earlier hints are now being explored further.
Flynn expressed his hope that readers will find as much excitement and enjoyment in this new series as he has in crafting it. The collaboration marks another creative milestone for both DC Comics and Sega, who continue to engage comics audiences with visually stunning and narratively ambitious crossovers.
With 'Metal Legion,' both veteran fans and newcomers can look forward to immersive storytelling, striking artwork, and a memorable exploration of the shared possibilities between the DC Universe and Sonic’s world.
' DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion ' will be available through global comic retailers and digital platforms starting May 5, 2026.
Stay tuned to official channels for further updates and previews as the release date approaches.
