Marvel Comics Sequel Events: Hits and Misses
Marvel Comics has a plethora of crossover events, including several follow-up sequels, with some living up to the original and others falling short.
Marvel Comics' success is heavily reliant on its crossover and event series, with numerous events occurring every year, such as Imperial, Age of Revelation, and One World Under Doom in 2025.
The concept of event series in Marvel Comics dates back to the '80s, with Contest of Champions and Secret Wars achieving massive success.
However, not all sequels and follow-ups to major Marvel Comics events have been successful, with some exceeding expectations and others disappointing fans.
- Some sequels have surpassed their predecessors, building upon the original storylines.
- Others have failed to meet expectations, despite being direct follow-ups to groundbreaking events.
This article examines the five best follow-ups and five sequels that left most fans disappointed, providing a comprehensive look at Marvel Comics' sequel events.
Marvel Comics seems to live and die with its crossover and event series.
Author's summary: Marvel Comics' sequel events have varying degrees of success.
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