Invincible Expands with Ella Mental and Invincible VS: How Comics, Games, and TV Collide in 2026
Invincible Universe Grows: New Heroes, New Mediums
Over two decades after its initial creation, Invincible continues to redefine what a multimedia superhero universe can be. What began as a bold deconstruction of spandex mythos has become a layered epic — spanning comics, streaming, and now, gaming. The universe’s signature intensity, emotional stakes, and unapologetic violence have made it a pop culture powerhouse, and the next wave is set to be its most ambitious yet.
Fighting Game Debut: Invincible VS Enters the Arena
Imagine pitting the most iconic — and most violent — heroes and villains from the Invincible universe against each other in a full-scale, interactive brawl. Invincible VS, a competitive fighting game, is set to launch across major platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). Focused on delivering the show’s brutal combat styles through distinct, playable movesets, the game promises a fresh take on superhero fighting by blending raw, narrative-driven action with the possibility of cross-platform multiplayer warfare.
The series’ world-building finds new depth in the fighting game format, not only because players can relive their favorite clashes but also because of how it serves as a gateway for new fans and diehards alike. What makes this entry especially pivotal is its role as the debut platform for characters expanding beyond their comic roots.
Meet Ella Mental: Elemental Powers, Canon Origins
Breaking ground as its newest powerhouse, Ella Mental joins the roster — first introduced within Invincible VS with explosive elemental manipulation abilities and set to become a major part of the print universe. She’ll make her canon comic debut in Capes #7, crafted by Invincible co-creator Robert Kirkman with Benito Cereno, Cory Walker, and Mark Englert. Here, her origin will unfold in serialized backups from issues #7 to #12, strategically timed with her multimedia launch.
Ella Mental stands out with a power set rarely seen in the franchise: mastery over earth, air, fire, and water. Visually and tactically, this marks a new era for Invincible, infusing mythic energy into a universe usually grounded in space empires and inherited legacies. Whether she rises to sit alongside the most powerful — and deadliest — franchise icons depends on how her limits are defined, but her versatility is already clear. Players can expect her fighting style to balance massive environmental control with dynamic offensive strategies and high-mobility play, breathing new life into both the game and the comics canon.
Capes Remastered: Where Ella’s Story Begins
Coinciding with Ella Mental’s arrival, Skybound is re-releasing the original six-issue Capes in remastered format, with her arc supplementing this new chapter of world-building. Long-time readers get a fresh take on classic issues while newcomers can jump in at the ground floor of evolving franchise lore.
Invincible’s Multimedia Masterclass
The strategic timing of Invincible’s cross-media rollout demonstrates what many long-running properties struggle to achieve: expansion without fragmentation. Unlike some franchises — think of the later, non-canon additions in Dragon Ball — Invincible’s approach rewards dedicated fans without alienating those who prefer a single medium. If you play the game, read the comics, or simply binge the show on Prime Video, each format adds unique context. And come March, new episodes and comic arcs will arrive side by side, weaving together storylines and character evolutions only possible in a truly integrated universe.
What’s Next for Invincible?
Ella Mental’s introduction isn’t just another character drop; it’s a milestone in how franchises can nimbly bridge platforms, sustaining hype and deepening engagement. The arrival of Invincible VS and the serialization of new Capes adventures represent a high point for fans who crave interconnected canon but dislike ‘mandatory viewing’ fatigue. As the universe expands, the only real question left is: who will dominate the next fight?
