Get Ready for the First New Scott Pilgrim Comic in 16 Years

In 2026, anticipation builds for the much-awaited new comic in the popular Scott Pilgrim franchise, Scott Pilgrim EX: Dawn of Metal Scott #1. This issue marks the first fresh installment in the series since 2010's Scott Pilgrim's Finest Hour. IGN provides a preview of the comic's first seven pages, showcasing Bryan Lee O'Malley's artwork and storytelling.

Scott Pilgrim EX: Dawn of Metal Scott #1 is a prequel to the recent arcade-style brawling game, Scott Pilgrim EX, and serves as a sequel to the 2023 Netflix series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. The comic explores the story of Scott meeting Ramona, their relationship, and their shared experience in battling Ramona's Seven Evil Exes and their leader, Gideon Gordon Graves. In the present day, Scott and Ramona are happily married, and the Exes have moved on.

Bryan Lee O'Malley, the creator, expressed excitement about contributing to the series after a 16-year hiatus. He mentioned that returning to Scott's Toronto felt like coming home. The comic will be released on November 11, available for pre-order at local comic shops.

IGN's Will Borger praises Scott Pilgrim EX: Dawn of Metal Scott #1, highlighting its retro revival and improvements in gameplay depth, replayability, and character development. Borger appreciates the game's exploration of the passage of time and its connection to the original works that inspired it. The comic serves as a reminder that nostalgia is powerful but also bittersweet, urging readers to appreciate their past while enjoying the present.