The battle of titans rages on, at least in theory. After the explosive setup of previous issues, Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #3 dials things down for some strategic team-ups and plot-heavy detours. With Superman and Lex Luthor diving deeper into Hollow Earth, and the Suicide Squad crossing paths with Wonder Woman and Supergirl, this issue shifts focus from monster mayhem to character dynamics, for better or worse.
Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #3 is a character-heavy detour that teases monster battles but delivers more DC drama. Superman and Lex Luthor are stranded in Hollow Earth, with Superman’s powers fading fast due to the lack of a yellow sun. While the Man of Steel wrestles with titanic apes, Lex is off chasing a mysterious energy-rich mineral with Task Force X’s Leyland Shaw.
Back on the surface, Supergirl and Wonder Woman fake a capture to ambush the Suicide Squad, setting up one of the more energetic clashes of the issue. Meanwhile, The Flash is recovering from a literal headshot, trying to re-establish contact with Earth-1, only to stumble into Kong himself. And then there’s Harley Quinn, engaging in a bizarre “therapy” session with herself as Harleen Quinzel, teasing a subplot that feels both random and disconnected from the main action.
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Reading this issue feels like watching a movie trailer that forgets to show you the movie. All the right ingredients are there: Justice League, Godzilla, Kong, and the teases of Rodan, Mothra, and King Ghidorah, but the actual monster spectacle is MIA. Instead, we get oversized dialogue boxes filling in exposition and scenes that sometimes feel like filler. Yet, there’s a charm in how Brian Buccellato writes Superman and Lex Luthor’s odd-couple dynamic. Lex’s obsession with Superman’s powers borders on hilarious, and the two navigating Hollow Earth without their usual arsenal is genuinely entertaining.
Artist Christian Duce and colorist Luis Guerrero deserve a shout-out for bringing life to what could’ve been a dull dialogue-driven issue. The textures on the apes facing Superman, the neon-lit Hollow Earth environment, and even the subtle shine on Lex’s pre-New 52 suit add layers that make these scenes pop. The Suicide Squad’s confrontation with Wonder Woman and Supergirl offers a burst of adrenaline, even if the pacing feels like it’s trying to catch up with itself.
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Still, if you picked up this issue hoping for a full-scale Monsterverse rumble, you’ll be left waiting. The Monsterverse icons like Godzilla, Kong, and King Ghidorah are barely present, reduced to teases and variant cover cameos. The Flash’s brief interaction with Kong is a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. Harley Quinn’s side quest for a Joker doppelgänger feels out of left field and disrupts the narrative flow. It’s like the comic is revving its engines but refuses to leave the driveway.
However, if you’re here for the character-driven DC moments, you’ll find enjoyment in the witty exchanges and strategic team-ups. But if you’re hunting for an epic monster brawl, you’ll have to be patient. This issue feels like a bridge, a necessary pitstop before the real chaos begins.
Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #3 promises a monster mash-up but settles for a DC-centric chess game. Superman and Lex Luthor carry the issue with their banter and problem-solving antics in Hollow Earth, while Wonder Woman and Supergirl bring some much-needed action against the Suicide Squad. However, the lack of Monsterverse presence and pacing hiccups keep it from hitting its full potential.
‘Justice League vs Godzilla vs Kong 2’ #3 Review: Superman & Lex Steal the Show
Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #3 promises a monster mash-up but settles for a DC-centric chess game. Superman and Lex Luthor carry the issue with their banter and problem-solving antics in Hollow Earth, while Wonder Woman and Supergirl bring some much-needed action against the Suicide Squad. However, the lack of Monsterverse presence and pacing hiccups keep it from hitting its full potential.
