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Review: THE FLASH/FANTASTIC FOUR #1

Writer: Jeremy Adams Artist: Adrián Gutiérrez Colorist: Romulo Fajardo Jr. Letterer: Josh Reed   Reviewed by: Joshua Raynor   Summary The Flash/Fantastic Four #1 is a digital-first one-shot published under DC’s DC GO! imprint, available exclusively via DC Universe Infinite. The issue dives further into the "Infiniverse," bringing together Barry Allen (The Flash) and Marvel’s First Family in a high-speed, multiversal adventure that centers on Gorilla Grodd, who is after Reed Richards’ mental-amplification technology, and manipulates Barry as part of his scheme.

  Positives Getting to see The Flash team up with the Fantastic Four — two icons from different corners of the comic book world — is something I never realized I wanted, until now. Jeremy Adams delivers a lean, high-concept one-shot that leans into the core of what makes both The Flash and the Fantastic Four compelling. Adams brings out a natural synergy between Barry’s logical, detective-like approach and Reed's brilliant but often emotionally distant intellect. Their dynamic works well — you feel the mutual respect, and the occasional competitiveness. The Fantastic Four are portrayed faithfully: Reed is analytical, Sue is both caring and pragmatic, Johnny has his trademark spark, and Ben, a.k.a. The Thing, brings groundedness and heart. The conflict doesn’t just come from Grodd — there’s real tension in how Barry and Reed wrestle with the moral and scientific implications of the amplifier. Grodd feels like a worthy antagonist here: his ambition, his manipulation, and his threat-level all feel appropriate for a crossover. He isn’t just causing mischief; his ambition is worldwide mental domination, which would absolutely branch out through the multiverse, if given the opportunity.

Because it’s a digital webcomic formatted for vertical scroll, Adams leans into the Speed Force as more than just the source of Barry’s power, as it becomes a pertinent storytelling device. He uses it to propel the narrative through different time/space beats, which allows for some fun glimpses and cameos from some classic, fan-favorite Flash characters.

Adrián Gutiérrez’s art is energetic. His style captures both the sleekness of The Flash and the more blocky, powerful physiques of the Fantastic Four. Romulo Fajardo Jr.'s vibrant colors help emphasize movement, energy, and emotion, with lightning trails, cosmic backgrounds, and mental-energy effects that are all rendered exceptionally well. The way time/space shifts are rendered is particularly effective, as you can feel the instability, but it never becomes confusing. Instead, it carries a sense of wonder, which is exactly what you want in a genre-bending crossover.

Negatives As a single-issue crossover, there’s only so much room for setup, character work, and resolution. Some plot threads feel brushed over, and the climax, while satisfying, doesn’t fully explore the ramifications of Grodd’s plan. The story is built very much for its webcomic, vertical scroll style. For people who prefer reading a more traditional comic layout, this may be a bit jarring.   Verdict The Flash/Fantastic Four #1 is a very solid one-shot and a successful experiment in cross-publisher storytelling. While it’s not perfect — especially given the limitations of a single-issue and vertical-scroll format — it delivers on concept, character, and fun. The art and pacing lean into the strengths of both mythologies, and it feels like a real celebration of classic Silver Age energy. If you’re a fan of either character (or both), this is absolutely worth checking out. Even if you’re just curious about digital comics or crossovers, this is a strong entry point. It’s not the most earth-shattering comic of the year, but it’s a fun, high-speed, high-stakes ride. The Flash/Fantastic Four #1 by Jeremy Adams, Adrián Gutiérrez and Romulo Fajardo Jr. is now available to read exclusively on DC UNIVERSE INFINITE.   Score: 4/5

DC Comics has announced DC GO!, webcomics designed for mobile devices that will be published exclusively on DC Universe Infinite. DC GO! will feature a mix of original webcomic content as well as vertically reformatted DC and MAD Magazine classics. The original titles will release weekly. The first three original webcomics are Harley Quinn in Paradise, Nothing Butt Nightwing, and Renaissance of Raven. Reformatted DC classics will include titles like Batman: Hush, All-Star Superman, and Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.

DC Comics and Marvel Comics are propelling their landmark 2025 crossover initiative into the digital era with the surprise launch of two new digital-first webcomics—each debuting exclusively on their respective subscription platforms and free-to-read for a limited time. Announced on November 12, 2025, the publishers revealed The Flash/Fantastic Four on DC UNIVERSE INFINITE and Thor/Shazam! on Marvel Unlimited, signaling an ambitious new chapter in the evolving collaboration between the two comic book giants.

The rollout builds upon the excitement generated earlier this year by the dual-release event of Batman/Deadpool #1 from DC and Deadpool/Batman #1 from Marvel. Now, the companies are expanding that partnership beyond print with an initiative designed specifically for digital readers—and tailored for vertical-scroll consumption.

The Flash Meets Marvel’s First Family

Leading the charge is The Flash/Fantastic Four, a DC GO! imprint one-shot crafted by writer Jeremy Adams and artist Adrián Gutiérrez, with colors by Romulo Fajardo Jr. The webcomic, available now on DC UNIVERSE INFINITE, throws Barry Allen together with Marvel’s iconic Fantastic Four for a race across time and reality. When Gorilla Grodd threatens to exert mental domination on a multiversal scale, the Scarlet Speedster teams up with the FF to pursue him through the Speed Force, encountering heroes and villains from both universes along the way.

Gutiérrez’s dynamic cover art—also released with the announcement—highlights the high-speed, high-energy tone of the story. True to the DC GO! initiative, this one-shot is optimized for phones and tablets, embracing the vertical-scroll format increasingly favored by digital comics readers.

Thor and Shazam Unite in a Mythic Showdown

Marvel counters DC’s release with its own powerhouse pairing. Thor/Shazam!, a new Infinity Comics one-shot by acclaimed writer Al Ewing and artist Jethro Morales, is likewise available now, exclusively on Marvel Unlimited.

Positioning two of comics’ most mythic figures side by side, the story pits Donald Blake and Billy Batson against a mysterious adversary seeking to steal the fundamental magic of both universes. With both heroes struggling to reclaim their lost powers, the narrative promises a fusion of grandeur, myth, and multiversal stakes—all delivered in the signature Infinity Comics vertical-scroll style.

More Crossovers Coming in 2026

DC and Marvel confirmed that this digital initiative is far from over. Each publisher will release an additional vertical-scroll crossover webcomic in 2026, though details remain under wraps. Teasers and updates are expected to roll out in the coming months.

A 30-Day Subscription Swap for Fans

To mark this new phase of cooperation, DC and Marvel are offering a unique benefit to their U.S. subscribers: a cross-platform free-trial swap. DCUI paid subscribers who are not currently subscribed to Marvel Unlimited will receive a code for a 30-day Marvel Unlimited trial. Likewise, Marvel Unlimited paid subscribers will receive a 30-day DCUI Ultra trial if they are not current DCUI members. Existing subscribers can expect their codes via email, and new readers who subscribe by December 17, 2025, will also qualify. Standard auto-renewal and eligibility terms apply.

Batman/Deadpool #1 Joins DCUI in December

For fans continuing to follow the crossover storyline in print, DC also announced that Batman/Deadpool #1, released physically on November 19, will arrive on DCUI on December 17. This digital availability further intertwines the publishers’ combined narrative slate as both companies blend print and digital storytelling.

DC UNIVERSE INFINITE expands its curated library of comic books and graphic novels this week with five new DC Finest titles, each spotlighting a different corner of DC’s publishing history. These additions continue DCUI’s commitment to delivering theme-driven collections, celebrating genre storytelling, and bringing new archival material to the platform, much of it available digitally for the first time.