DC Announces First-of-Its-Kind Darkseid Project Coming in October

Published Jul 26, 2026, 1:17 PM EDT TJ Mills is an editor on ScreenRant's Comic team, where she combines her lifelong passion for DC with her analytical background as a former Intelligence Analyst. Since joining ScreenRant in 2023, she has specialized in covering major DC storylines, character evolutions, and industry developments. DC Comics has officially announced a new Darkseid-centric project coming this fall that promises to present the legendary villain as fans have "never seen him before." The series marks a monumental addition to the character's 56-year legacy and will serve as a major chapter in the publisher's ongoing initiative. Thanks to DC's October solicitations, fans have now gotten their first look at Scott Snyder, Joshua Williamson, Sanford Greene, and Yasmine Putri's upcoming DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World #1. Set for release on October 28, 2026, the 48-page oversized issue promises to tell the "unforgettable story of Darkseid's past, present, and future." This upcoming Darkseid one-shot continues DC's ongoing All In Saga, which began with Darkseid himself in October 2024 with the release of Snyder and Williamson's DC All In Special #1. The special notably saw the death and rebirth of the iconic villain, followed by his creation of the Absolute Universe, which now serves as the setting for DC's bestselling Absolute titles, including Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Absolute Superman, and more. DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World #1 will be available for $5.99 at local comic shops and digitally on its release date. Now, two years later, it feels like a true full-circle moment as DC returns to Darkseid, the very character who served as the catalyst for what many fans consider the publisher's best era in decades, with DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World. Darkseid's War Is Just Beginning After DC K.O., and DC Has Revealed What's Next Main Cover by Sanford Greene for DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World #1 (2026) Those who have been keeping up with DC Comics know that Darkseid has been playing a pivotal role in the publisher's ongoing, overarching narrative. The legendary villain kicked off DC's ALL IN initiative with his death, created the Absolute Universe, and most recently battled Superman in DC's latest crossover crisis event, DC K.O. While the heroes emerged victorious at the end of DC K.O., it was made clear that the battle against Darkseid was far from over and that the villain would return. Now, we have confirmation that this overarching story will receive its latest Darkseid-centric chapter in DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World #1. Fans can find the official synopsis below: Darkseid is... only just the beginning. The ultimate anti-life in the universe has been at the heart of the DC All In Saga since its beginning... and while the King Omega battle has been won by the forces of good, the war against Darkseid has only just begun! Comics superstars Scott Snyder and Sanford Greene present the hidden past of the being called Uxus, his descent into Darkseid, and his plans for the fate of all creation! It's DC's premier villain as you've never seen him before, by the biggest names in comics, in DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World! With the promise that this special will present Darkseid in a way fans have yet to see this iconic villain, it already feels like a must-read. It will also likely prove essential for anyone looking to understand the full scope of Darkseid's upcoming war against DC's heroes, making it a must-pull for fans planning to follow the overarching narrative. DC All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World #1 from DC Comics will be available to read on October 28, 2026! Created By Jack Kirby First Appearance SuperMan's Pal Jimmy Olsen