Marvel’s Iconic Swimsuit Special Is Making a Summer Comeback

gizmodo.comPublished: 4/20/2025

Summary

Summer is heating up Marvel’s nostalgia engine as the company revives its beloved Swimsuit Special after a 30-year hiatus. Inspired by DC’s summer variants and its own "Marvel Rivals" game featuring swimsuit designs, the new issue sees the Avengers taking on an unauthorized Roxxon swimsuit special with their own stylish response. Packed with contributions from writers Tim Seeley and Tony Fleecs, artist Nick Bradshaw, and designers like Nic Klein, the comic will hit stores July 9.

Additional Summaries

The much-loved Marvel Swimsuit Special is making a comeback with *Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, & Rivals*, marking its return after 30 years. The release coincides with DC’s summer graphic novel wave and Marvel Rivals’ swimwear designs during its showrunner’s second season. Featuring artwork from iconic creators like Nic Klein and Marguerite Sauvage alongside Tim Seeley and Tony Fleecs, this special sees the Avengers team up to combat an unauthorized swimwear release. Available in stores on July 9.