Godzilla's rampage shifts from Tokyo to the United States in IDW Publishing and Toho's new series, Godzilla vs. America. Following the Chicago installment, the series continues with Godzilla vs. Los Angeles #1, a four-story anthology depicting Godzilla's attack on the City of Angels.
The creative team boasts a stellar lineup including Gabriel Hardman, J. Gonzo, Dave Baker, and Nicole Goux.
Acknowledging the sensitive timing given recent devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, IDW has pledged to donate all proceeds from Godzilla vs. Los Angeles #1 to the Book Industry Charitable Foundation (Binc), supporting bookstores and comic shops impacted by the fires. The publisher released a statement emphasizing their commitment to community support and clarifying that the comic's themes, while coincidentally mirroring current events, are intended to explore broader concepts of resilience in the face of tragedy. The statement also notes the project's planning began well before the wildfires.
Associate editor Nicolas Niño shared his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the diverse stories featuring Angelenos uniting against Godzilla, including battles against giant lowrider mechs and escapades through theme parks. He emphasized the positive message of community resilience, especially pertinent given the city's recent challenges.
Godzilla vs. Los Angeles #1 will be released April 30, 2025, with final orders due March 24. For more on upcoming comic releases, explore previews of Marvel and DC's 2025 offerings.
