The DC Absolute Universe is officially moving into its next phase, and the stakes feel significantly higher with the announcement of two heavy hitters joining the line. Following the massive success of the initial wave of titles, DC has confirmed that both Absolute Catwoman and Absolute Green Arrow will debut in late spring and early summer of 2026.
This expansion, part of the broader DC: ALL IN initiative, continues the trend of stripping these icons down to their core and rebuilding them into something entirely unrecognizable and terrifying.
Absolute Catwoman #1 main cover by Bengal
Absolute Catwoman #1 interior art by Bengal
When does Absolute Catwoman #1 release?
Selina Kyle makes her solo debut in the Absolute line on June 10, 2026. This version of the character, envisioned by writers Che Grayson and Scott Snyder with stunning visuals by Bengal, reimagines the world’s greatest thief as the “Absolute Apex Predator.” Unlike her mainline counterpart, this Selina Kyle is already established with immense wealth and high-tech weaponry.
The drama stems from a figure in her past threatening to dismantle the empire she has built. It is a fascinating reversal of the typical “zero-to-hero” trope, and seeing her spin out of the events of Absolute Batman #14 suggests that the connectivity between these titles is tightening. The involvement of Black Mask and the lingering secrets of her past hint at a global mystery that will likely redefine her role in this darker cosmos.
Absolute Green Arrow #1 main cover by Rafael Albuquerque and Marcelo Maiolo
Absolute Green Arrow #1 interior art by Rafael Albuquerque and Marcelo Maiolo
What is the plot of Absolute Green Arrow?
Arriving slightly earlier on May 20, 2026, Absolute Green Arrow is perhaps the most radical departure from status quo storytelling we have seen in this universe yet. Written by Pornsak Pichetshote with art by Rafael Albuquerque, this series leans heavily into urban horror and slasher tropes. The “Absolute Hunter” is a serial killer targeting corrupt billionaires, leaving only green arrows as a calling card.
The twist that will likely polarize fans is the status of Oliver Queen, who is reportedly a murder victim at the start of the series. This leaves Dinah Lance, known here as Absolute Black Canary, to lead the investigation into a group of dangerous archers. It is a bold, “Eisner Award-winning” level of creative risk that turns a traditional superhero book into a gritty detective thriller.
Is the DC Absolute Universe expanding further in 2026?
The current momentum suggests that DC: ALL IN is nowhere near its ceiling. Beyond these two limited series, DC has teased an event mini-series launching in the fourth quarter of 2026. While the first wave focused on establishing the “Big Three”—Absolute Superman, Absolute Wonder Woman, and Absolute Batman—this second wave, including Absolute Flash, Absolute Green Lantern, and Absolute Martian Manhunter, proves the editorial team is willing to experiment with niche genres like horror and high-tech espionage.
