Spider-Man Faces Brutal Showdown in Amazing Spider-Man

Amazing Spider-Man #8 from Marvel Comics delivers a gut-punching story that puts Peter Parker through the wringer.

AIPT Comics’ review calls it a thrilling, emotional ride, with Joe Kelly writing and John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, and Marcio Menyz handling the art.

This issue dives straight into a brutal showdown between Spider-Man and Hellgate, a shadowy villain with big, bad plans.

The fight spills across Central Park and Manhattan before dawn, testing Peter’s strength and spirit like never before.

Kelly nails Peter’s classic mix of humor, worry, and heart, especially in a heartfelt Uncle Ben flashback that teaches him when to fight and when to back off.

It’s a moment that grounds all the chaos with real emotion.

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John Romita Jr.’s art makes every swing and punch pop, with clever panel choices and a standout scene of Spider-Man protecting others from harm. That said, it’s not perfect. A key character reveal near the end looks a bit confusing, and the story focuses so much on the action that the bigger plot doesn’t move much. There’s also a Mary Jane scene, drawn by guest artist Todd Nauck, that hints at future twists but might leave readers scratching their heads if they’re not caught up on All-New Venom.

Even with those small bumps, Amazing Spider-Man #8 reminds us why Spider-Man’s such a beloved hero. AIPT Comics sums it up well: “Peter takes a beating, but Kelly and Romita Jr. make every hit count emotionally.” Fans will be hooked, waiting to see what Hellgate’s got up his sleeve next.

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Priced at $4.99 for 32 pages, Amazing Spider-Man #8 is out now at comic stores or online at Marvel.com or AIPTcomics.com. Don’t miss this action-packed chapter of Spidey’s saga!