Gaming Month Spotlight: Free Comic Book Day 2023 Celebrates with Inconic Video Game Franchises

As we celebrate Gaming Month, it's the perfect time to spotlight some of the exciting free comic books that will be available for Free Comic Book Day 2023, featuring popular video game franchises. Among the titles available are Animal Crossing & Kirby Manga Mania, Street Fighter 6 #0, Runescape Untold Tales God Wars, Punch Up! Preview, and Shadowman Dark Legacy. These comic books offer fans a unique opportunity to explore the worlds of their favorite video games in a new and exciting way.

Animal Crossing & Kirby Manga Mania is a collection of short stories based on two beloved Nintendo franchises. Street Fighter 6 #0 offers a preview of the upcoming video game, featuring iconic characters such as Ryu, Ken, and Chun-Li. Runescape Untold Tales God Wars takes readers on a journey through the game's rich lore, exploring the epic God Wars that took place thousands of years ago. Meanwhile, Shadowman Dark Legacy is a must-read for fans of the Valiant comics or classic video game, offering a preview of a new series that delves into the character's origins with stunning artwork by acclaimed artists Bob Hall and Liam Sharp.

Punch Up! Preview offers readers a sneak peek of Zachary Sterling's upcoming shonen manga adventure. In this thrilling story, orphan Pitch is determined to convince his idol and possible father, fighter Sonny Han, to compete alongside him in the Wide Plains Fighting Tournament. The sneak peek promises to be an exciting addition to the world of shonen manga, with its action-packed storyline and dynamic characters.

Don't miss your chance to experience these exciting titles on Free Comic Book Day 2023. Check with your local comic book store for availability and to secure your copies. Whether you're a fan of Nintendo classics, epic MMORPGs, or shonen manga adventures, there's something for everyone in these free comic books. Get ready to explore the worlds of your favorite video games in a whole new way with these exciting titles.

FCBD 2023 ANIMAL CROSING & KIRBY MANGA MANIA

VIZ MEDIA LLC

DEC220047

(W) Kokonasu Rumba, Hirokazu Hikawa (A) Kokonasu Rumba, Hirokazu Hikawa

Animal Crossing:
Read the gag-filled adventures of four goofy residents living among the Animal Crossing: New Horizons characters!
Kirby Manga Mania:
Jump into Dream Land with Kirby and gobble up some fun! Everyone's favorite pink puff teams up with his friends to keep arch-frenemy King Dedede in line. Fans of all ages can enjoy this sampling of a classic Kirby comic; just take a deep breath and hop on in!
Reprint & Preview Material
Rating: All-Ages

In Shops: Apr 19, 2023

SRP: PI

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FCBD 2023 STREET FIGHTER 6 #0

UDON ENTERTAINMENT INC

DEC220043

(W) Capcom, Matt Moylan (A) Genzoman (A/CA) Edwin Huang

It's a whole new generation of World Warriors! In this issue, mixed martial artist Luke puts his special forces training to use against a group of art thieves, while sadistic kickboxer Juri faces off against graffiti ninja Kimberly! It's all out action in this official prequel to the new Street Fighter 6 video game! Pick this special one-shot up before the Street Fighter 6 4-issue miniseries, also launching in May!
Exclusive Original Material
Rating: Teen

In Shops: Apr 19, 2023

SRP: PI

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FCBD 2023 RUNESCAPE UNTOLD TALES GOD WARS

TITAN COMICS

DEC220041

(W) Ryan O'Sullivan (A) TBD (CA) Dave Barker

FCBD STORY LEADS DIRECTLY INTO AN EPIC NEW 4-PART SERIES- LAUNCHING JUNE 2023! After more than 21 years of setting world records (300M+ accounts and counting!), Jagex and Titan Comics are bringing out a brand new, comic series; the first to be set in the iconic medieval fantasy realm of Gielinor which is home to humans, elves, dwarves and dragonkin alike. Filled with vibrant characters, daring adventure and mysterious magicks, the series will kick off in an epic Free Comic Book Day issue.
Exclusive Original Material
Rating: Teen

In Shops: Apr 12, 2023

SRP: PI

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FCBD 2023 PUNCH UP! PREVIEW

ONI PRESS INC.

DEC220035

(W) Zachary Sterling (A) Crank! (CA) Zachary Sterling

The Wide Plains Fighting Tournament is finally here, and orphan Pitch will do whatever it takes to convince his idol-and possible father-fighter Sonny Han to compete alongside him in the Free Comic Book Day sneak peek of Zachary Sterling's upcoming shonen manga adventure Punch Up! Vol. 1.
Preview Material
Rating: All Ages

In Shops: Apr 05, 2023

SRP: PI

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FCBD 2023 SHADOWMAN DARQUE LEGACY (Net)

VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

DEC220044

(W) Bob Hall, Becky Cloonan, Michael Conrad (A) Bob Hall, Liam Sharp

From legendary SHADOWMAN creator Bob Hall, Valiant's FCBD SHADOWMAN new story delves into the secret past of Valiant's premier horror character.
Includes an inside look at the 2023 series X-O MANOWAR UNCONQUERED from the acclaimed writing team of Becky Cloonan and Michael W. Conrad and award-winning artist Liam Sharp!
Exclusive Original Material
Rating: Teen

In Shops: Apr 19, 2023

SRP: PI

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