DC's All In publishing initiative offers a unique opportunity for powerhouse creators to explore the iconic heroes of the DC universe without the shackles of pre-established continuity. Spearheaded by comics legends Scott Snyder and Joshua Williamson, this initiative includes the Absolute Universe, which builds upon the Absolute Power arc from late 2024. This new, ongoing series introduces a fresh status quo for beloved heroes like Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman, promising to challenge fans' expectations of these well-known characters.
Since its launch in October, the Absolute Universe has been captivating readers, though keeping up with its multiple ongoing titles can be challenging. Here, we provide a detailed chronology and reading order for DC's Absolute Universe in 2025.
Note: It's important not to confuse the Absolute Universe titles with DC's "Absolute" line of collected editions, such as the new Absolute Batman: Zero Year; these are separate entities.
The Reading Order
For all ongoing series, start with our recommended reading order, then follow the subsequent issues in their release sequence. Each main Absolute series will span six issues and will be available in trade paperback collections in the future.
1. DC All In Special #1 by Scott Snyder, Joshua Williamson, Wes Craig, and Daniel Sampere
### DC All In Special #1
0See it at AmazonThis oversized one-shot by architect Scott Snyder sets the stage for the Absolute Universe. Begin your journey here before diving into Absolute Batman.
2. Absolute Batman #1 by Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta
### Absolute Batman #1
1See it at AmazonLaunched in October 2024, Absolute Batman #1 marks the true beginning of the Absolute Universe. It presents a gritty, reimagined Batman where Bruce Wayne is not wealthy, lacks a high-tech Batcave, and has no Alfred to keep him grounded.
3. Absolute Wonder Woman #1 by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman
### Absolute Wonder Woman #1
0See it at AmazonReleased shortly after Absolute Batman #1 at the end of October, this series reimagines Wonder Woman, presenting Diana as a formidable, heavily armed Amazon warrior on a quest for purpose, deviating from the traditional Greek mythos.
4. Absolute Superman #1 by Jason Aaron and Rafa Sandoval
### Absolute Superman #1
0See it at AmazonCrafted by Jason Aaron, known for his work on Southern Bastards and Thor, Absolute Superman explores a more relatable Man of Steel, who, like his counterparts, starts from humble beginnings.
5. Absolute Flash #1 by Jeff Lemire and Nick Robles
### Absolute Flash #1
0See it at AmazonKicking off the second wave in 2025, Absolute Flash delves into Wally West's journey to master speed without the support of the Flash family or the Speed Force.
6. Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodriguez
### Absolute Martian Manhunter #1
0See it at AmazonThe second entry in the 2025 wave, this series presents a dramatic departure from the original character, portraying FBI agent John Jones being overtaken by a Martian, pulling him into a larger conflict.
7. Absolute Green Lantern #1 by Al Ewing and Jahnoy Lindsay
### Absolute Green Lantern #1
0See it at AmazonThis unique take on the Green Lantern mythos involves four individuals—Hal Jordan, John Stewart, Guy Gardner, and Jo Mullein—who must handle the aftermath of a crashed Green Lantern in a small town.
Upcoming Collected Editions
Currently, release dates for collected editions have been announced for the first three Absolute titles:
- Absolute Batman Vol. 1: The Zoo releases on August 5
- Absolute Wonder Woman Vol. 1: The Last Amazon releases on August 12
- Absolute Superman Vol. 1: The Last Dust of Krypton releases on August 19
For now, this encompasses the offerings of the Absolute Universe. However, fans can anticipate these stories potentially leading to a grand finale or event at the end of 2025 or beyond, with more heroes possibly receiving the Absolute treatment in the future.
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