Hulk Modern Age Key Issues: Recent Comics to Collect

If the Hulk Silver and Bronze Age comics reach considerable sums, the modern era is full of issues whose prices are growing rapidly. Planet Hulk (2006), World War Hulk (2007) and especially Immortal Hulk (2018-2021) have redefined the character and created new references for collectors. These runs benefit from a double advantage: limited print runs compared to the speculative era of the 90s and a narrative quality that guarantees lasting demand.

This guide identifies the most important modern numbers, their current rating, and the factors that influence their future valuation.

Planet Hulk (2006): the essential numbers

The Planet Hulk arc, written by Greg Pak in Incredible Hulk #92-105 (2006-2007), is considered one of the best Hulk runs ever published. Number #92, which launches the bow, is the main key: CGC 9.8 between $100 and $180, CGC 9.6 around $50-70. This price remains very affordable compared to its narrative importance and the fact that it directly adapts material used in Thor: Ragnarok (2017).

Giant-Size Hulk #1 (2006), which contains an important prologue to Planet Hulk, is an interesting sleeper for less than $30 in CGC 9.8. Incredible Hulk #105 (end of arc, death of Caiera) can be found between $20 and $40 in high condition and has upside potential if a direct adaptation of Planet Hulk is confirmed for the MCU.

World War Hulk (2007): the crossover event

World War Hulk #1 (August 2007) is the flagship issue of this 5-issue mini-series written by Greg Pak and drawn by John Romita Jr. In CGC 9.8, it trades between $60 and $120 depending on the variant. The Turner variant is particularly sought after, reaching $150-250 in 9.8. #5 (conclusion) is underpriced at $20-40 in 9.8.

Tie-ins also offer opportunities: World War Hulk: Gamma Corps #1 introduces new characters that could be exploited in the MCU. Incredible Hulk #107 (Amadeus Cho is gaining importance) trades around $30-60 in CGC 9.8 and benefits from the potential for the character to appear in future productions.

Immortal Hulk (2018-2021): the modern reference

Immortal Hulk by Al Ewing and Joe Bennett is unanimously hailed as the best Hulk run since Peter David. #1 (June 2018) is the major key to the modern era Hulk: CGC 9.8 between $200 and $400, with the Alex Ross variants hitting $500+. The complete series (50 issues) in CGC 9.8 represents a significant but potentially very profitable investment.

Key numbers within the series: #2 (first Doctor Frye, $40-80 in 9.8), #7 (return of Joe Fixit, $30-50 in 9.8), #17 (first Shadow Base, $25-45 in 9.8), #33 (first Cosmic Hulk/Breaker of Worlds, $60-120 in 9.8), and #50 (conclusion of the series, $30-50 in 9.8). The complete run #1-50 in raw Near Mint condition is found between $400 and $600 and represents excellent value.

Totally Awesome Hulk and Amadeus Cho

Totally Awesome Hulk #1 (2016, Amadeus Cho's first appearance as the Hulk) is an issue whose rating fluctuates based on MCU rumors. Currently between $40 and $80 in CGC 9.8, it could see a significant increase if the character obtains a role in a Disney+ production. #15 (Lady Hellbender's first appearance) is a microkey to watch for under $20 in 9.8.

Incredible Hulk #709 (2017, Amadeus Cho Planet Hulk) and Champions #1 (2016, Amadeus on the Team) complete a portfolio focused on this character whose MCU potential remains untapped.

Hulk post-2021: the new numbers to watch

Hulk #1 (2021, Donny Cates and Ryan Ottley) launched a new era with the concept of Starship Hulk. In CGC 9.8, it is trading between $50 and $100. #6 (first Titan, new villain) reaches $30-50 in 9.8. The series benefits from the prestige of its creators and a significant potential for adaptation.

Incredible Hulk #1 (2023, Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Nic Klein) relaunched the series with a horror tone. The inaugural issue can be found between $20 and $40 in CGC 9.8 — a very accessible entry point that could appreciate if the series maintains its critical quality. The first issues of recent relaunches are historically undervalued in their early years before appreciating once the run is complete and evaluated as a whole.