The British magazine 2000 AD has announced the return of its annual science fiction special for the summer of 2026. This edition, which has become a summer tradition for fans, will feature a cover by artist Liam Sharp and will offer original stories created specifically for the occasion, maintaining the spirit of British comics.
Sharp and his visual approach for the summer special 🚀
Liam Sharp, known for his work at DC Comics and his detailed style, takes on the cover of this Sci-Fi Special. His technique combines digital illustration with traditional brushstrokes, creating textures that evoke classic pulp. The magazine has confirmed that the special will include stories from various writers and artists, without resorting to reprints. Each story will be self-contained, following the anthology format that has defined the publication since its origins in 1977.
Summer without Dredd is not summer, but at least there are aliens 👽
Sure, the announcement of the Sci-Fi Special 2026 is good news for those expecting something more than repeating the same Judge Dredd episode from twenty years ago. Because, let's be honest, summer specials have always been the ideal time for writers to pull out those weird ideas that don't fit into the regular series. You know, Martians, time travel, or robots with existential crises. Anything to avoid reading another summary trial in Mega-City One.