Godzilla #3 REVIEW
Kaiju on The Move
Jumping back into the fray with Godzilla #3, our special forces team and Pirate Captain Carronero dance with the terrible Yacumama and its leeches. Meanwhile, Godzilla is making his way to the source of what created Yacumama as discoveries are made about the origin of the newfound creature. What’s worse is that Godzilla is ripping through Atlanta despite confronting a mech that unfortunately only pissed it off. The team devises a plan to slow down Godzilla, and Jacen is the only one who can complete the task. Lucky for him, he won’t do this alone.
Written by Tim Seeley (Ant-Man & Wasp), Godzilla #3 dives a bit deeper and expands a little more on this world and its characters. While it’s nice to see Godzilla getting some page time, it’s equally interesting how the story progresses its characters in the third comic of the series. The pacing of the story is rich in exploring more about the human characters. Readers get that insight increasingly as the story unfolds. As for the team’s situation on how to handle Godzilla going forward, it’s anticipated that Jacen will have to face Godzilla one-on-one and adhere to the instructions, possibly given to him by Rumi. On the good side of this development, Nuki is warming up a bit more to Jacen as she seems less cold to him than before and opens up about her past. She didn’t really strike as the sharing type, but it’s fascinating by the growth of each character so far. What readers will appreciate about Seeley’s direction is that it’s not about particularly giant Kaiju, but about how humanity deals with them. As this is a new era of Kaiju, Seeley steers in uncharted waters with the likes of this Godzilla universe.
In comparison with the comic book’s writing, Nikola Čižmešija (Destro) continues to display his mastery of visual storytelling. Čižmešija’s attention to detail and linework contribute to an awesome story worth diving into. Godzilla #3, through the artistic concept of Čižmešij, adds a whole new meaning to mayhem. As Godzilla is a force of nature, Čižmešija makes it clear that the Kaiju has no time to play games with minor obstacles through the pages of this book. The art of the story does its best to utilize the raw emotion each character filters through. A reader can almost feel what the characters feel at any point in the comic book itself.
Coloring work by Francesco Segala (Green Lantern) and assisted by Gloria Martinellie (Dawnrunner) continues to inspire intrigue for the story of Godzilla #3. Page after page is gifted with pallets of color designs that capture the atmosphere of the scene. For quiet moments, it’s noticeable that specific color uses are appropriate. These approaches help solidify the craziness of this comic book’s potential for more.
As the story evolves, so does the use of lettering. Nathan Widick’s (Godzilla: Skate or Die) lettering for Godzilla #3 is outstanding. As readers might not notice at first, Widick is faced with more than simple lettering as he is tasked with various forms to tackle within the comic book. On one hand, Widick is using his skills to establish captions and off-panel conversation, but on the other hand, he’s showcasing a mech that’s constantly talking repeatedly without end. It’s best to say that this was well-deserved recognition.
As it stands, Godzilla #3 is ramping up for something big to happen. If readers would like to follow along with the story, be sure to pick up this issue at your local comic book store or online, where copies are sold. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
Comic Details
Writer: Tim Seeley
Artist: Nikola Čižmešija
Colorist: Francesco Segala, Asst. Gloria Martinellie
Letterer: Nathan Widick
Cover Artist: Nikola Čižmešija
Editor: Jake Williams
Publisher: IDW
Date of Release: October 8, 2025
Rating: 5/5
About the Author
Howard Smith Howard is a passionate collector and avid reader of comics & manga. His love for all things pop culture extends beyond the pages of comics, as he is a seasoned gamer with an appreciation of quality storytelling. As he is always on the hunt for rare collectibles, he manifests an opportunity to celebrate his fandoms. Follow along for new discoveries and changes in the world of entertainment.
Related Posts
DC K.O. #1 REVIEW →
Amazing X-Men #1 REVIEW →
Amazing Spider-Man #14 (2025) Review →
