NYCC 2026: Image Comics Panel Schedule Revealed

Image Comics has shared its lineup of panels happening at this year’s New York Comic-Con, and we have all the guests, times and locations below:

Image Comics Panels:

Thurdsay 8th October:

Exquisite Corpses: The Game and Beyond (18 and Up)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Room 1C03

Join co-creators James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh as they dive into the dark and twisted world of the bestselling, hit series Exquisite Corpses! Together with Tyler Boss, Adam Gorham, Pornsak Pichetshote, and Che Grayson, the corpse crew will discuss the creation of their spin offs, the response to the game, and the future of Exquisite Corpses. It’s going to be a spooky, good time! Moderated by: Sami DeMonster, Community Manager and Tiny Onion.

Friday 9th October:

Todd McFarlane Spotlight
1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Room 406.3

The Toddfather is back @ NYCC! Comic legend Todd McFarlane (Spawn) shares what it really takes to create, build, and push past obstacles. From breaking into comics, movies and toys to navigating everyday challenges, McFarlane brings real talk, practical advice, and inspiration for fans, creators, and anyone chasing their dreams.

Skybound Comics: Vision for the Future
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
Room 406.3

Skybound has supercharged Transformers, Invincible, and Universal Monsters to new heights in comics and are now revealing a new slate that will have everyone talking. Join superstars Stephen Graham Jones (The Buffalo Hunter Hunter, Earthdivers), Leandro Fernández (The Old Guard), Tate Brombal (Batgirl, Everything Dead & Dying), Matt Emmons (The Council of Frogs), Doug Mahnke (Batman: The Man Who Laughs), and Ben Abernathy (Executive Editor, Skybound) as they unveil the future of Skybound, and trust us, you won’t want to miss this. Moderated by Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound Entertainment.

Saturday 10th October:

Transformers & G.I. Joe: What’s Next for the Energon Universe?
11:15 – 12:15 p.m.
Room 406.2

Join superstars Robert Kirkman (Void Rivals, Transformers), Dan Watters (M.A.S.K.), Tom Reilly (G.I. Joe), Jason Howard (Transformers), and Conor Hughes (Void Rivals) as they unveil what the future holds for Skybound and Hasbro’s record-breaking shared universe featuring Transformers, G.I. Joe, Void Rivals, and M.A.S.K. Moderated by Ben Abernathy, Executive Editor at Skybound Entertainment.

Image Comics Presents: Kyle Higgins of Radiant Black, the Massive-Verse & more
12:45PM – 1:30 p.m.
Room 406.2

Join Massive-Verse superstars Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, No/One), Brian Buccellato (No/One), Kelly McMahon, Melissa Flores (The Dead Lucky), and Rod Reis (C.O.W.L) as the crew unveils exciting new developments and announcements in store for the Massive-verse this year and next.

Image Comics Presents: In Conversation with Brian K. Vaughan & Cliff Chiang
4PM – 4:45 p.m.
Room 1B02

Join us for an in-depth conversation with master storyteller Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang, the team behind the smash-hit Paper Girls, as the two share details about working in comics together. There may be a surprise or two for those in attendance. Moderated by Jim Viscardi, VP of Business Development at Image Comics.

Sunday 11th October:

Image Comics Presents: Let’s Talk Comics podcast LIVE & the Future of Comics!
12:30PM – 1:15 p.m.
Room 1C03

Join Tony Fleecs (Stray Dogs, The Princess Murders), Mirka Andolfo (Sweet Paprika, Merciless), Franklin Jonas (Fireborn), and Eric Zawadzki (Assorted Crisis Events) for a live episode of the official Image Comics Podcast: Let’s Talk Comics! Fans can expect an unfiltered conversation about breaking rules, building worlds, and telling stories only they could create. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, sneak peeks at upcoming projects, and plenty of insight into how the creator-owned spirit keeps Image at the forefront of the industry. Moderated by Jim Viscardi, VP of Business Development at Image Comics.\