The popular animated web series Murder Drones is transitioning into the comic book realm with a graphic novel set to debut on Kickstarter in September 2025 and in comic shops in February 2026. This adaptation, in collaboration between Oni Press and Glitch Productions, will be crafted by writer Wyatt Kennedy and illustrator Jo Mi-Gyeong, with striking cover art by Alessio Zonno. The story continues the narrative from the series, where worker drones on the frozen mining planet Copper 9 must navigate a new society amid threats from disassembly drones and a mysterious virus called the "Absolute Solver." This comic book marks a significant step for Glitch Productions as it expands its creative storytelling into new mediums.

What is the release date for the Murder Drones graphic novel?

The graphic novel will debut on Kickstarter in September 2025 and will be available in comic shops starting February 2026.

Murder Drones began as a successful animated series created by Liam Vickers, airing from 2021 to 2024, and gained recognition with two Webby Awards for Best Animated Video. It features a unique blend of dark humor and social commentary set in a dystopian future where robotic worker drones must adapt to a world without humans. With its engaging storyline and distinctive art style, the graphic novel adaptation is highly anticipated among fans and newcomers alike.