The end of aTransformersera is nearly here, and Image Comics has officially confirmed that this final chapter in the Energon Universe will be explosive, paving the way for a bold new beginning that fans won’t want to miss. So what’s next for the Autobots and Decepticons, and who will be spearheading this exciting new era?
Image Comics has recently released its September solicitations, and among the upcoming releases is the final installment of Daniel Warren Johnson and Jorge Corona’sTransformers, whichconcludes with its 24th issue on June 11, 2025.
While this monumental issue has already been highly anticipated by fans of Johnson’s Eisner Award-winning run, the brief yet tantalizing synopsis has only heightened the hype:“This is it. And the new era of TRANSFORMERS begins withthe most shocking ending to ANY comic book this year!”
OPTIMUS PRIME VS. MEGATRON:TransformersNext Era Begins with a Shocking Ending
Daniel Warren Johnson & Jorge Corona’s Run Ends inTransformers#24 (2025)
Transformers#24 will finally bring the long-awaited showdown betweenOptimus Prime and Megatronto a head, something the series has been building toward ever since Megatron’s dramatic return and his reclaiming of leadership over the Decepticons. And based on the issue’s synopsis,readers are in for an exceptionally wild ride.
CallingTransformers#24 the comic with the“most shocking ending to ANY comic book this year!”is an incredibly bold claim.Yet if anyone can deliver on that promise, it’s DWJ.HisTransformersrun has been nothing short of exceptional, becoming one of 2024’s most critically acclaimed and fan-beloved series, and winning two Eisner Awards in the process.
Notably, this isn’t the first time the series has teased a groundbreaking finale. The official synopsis for the upcomingTransformers Vol. 4: Conquer and Control(which collects issue #24) also promises a“shocking conclusion that NO ONE will see coming!”As for what exactly that twist entails, fans will have to wait and see.
What’s Next forTransformersAfter DWJ’s Run?
Robert Kirkman and Dan Mora TakeoverTransformersin October 2025
While the end of DWJ’s run is in sight, it’s far from the end forTransformers.A recent announcement from Image Comics confirmed that writer Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead, Invincible) and artist Dan Mora (Batman/Superman: World’s Finest,Justice League Unlimited) will be picking up the series next.
Both Kirkman and Mora have shared their excitement about taking over, teasing that they have bold and thrilling plans in store for the Energon Universe. Kirkman stated,“I can’t wait for everyone to see what the legendary Dan Mora and I are cooking up!”A sentiment that Mora echoed with equal enthusiasm.
WARNING: Contains Potential Spoiler forTransformers#25 (2025)!Thanks to the text-less preview forKirkman and Mora’sTransformers#25, set for release in October 2025, fans have already been given a glimpse of what the aftermath of the Autobots and Decepticons' battle might look like. The preview pages feature a reflective Optimus standing in the midst of devastation, making it clear that DWJ is handing the series off at a pivotal moment, perfectly setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in theTransformersseries.
