Dungeon Crawler Carl Announces Free Limited-Edition Release

Image via Simon & Schuster Published Sep 23, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT LitRPG book series Dungeon Crawler Carl has skyrocketed in popularity since its 2020 release, with eight books currently released. The series' acclaim earned it a webcomic spin-off that debuted in July 2025 and adapted Matt Dinniman's masterpiece to a more dynamic, visual format. Fans can expect a new comic ahead of the ninth Dungeon Crawler Carl book's release. At New York City Comic Con this October, a Dungeon Crawler Carl comic book will be made available to event attendees for free from October 8 to October 11. Dungeon Crawler Carl Fans Can Snag a Free Comic Book at New York Comic Con Image via Ace Books In order to receive the exclusive NYCC comic, fans must have a comic book graded at the CGC booth. Comic grading pricing is dependent on the specific edition being graded, so participants should consider the cost. For someone who already has a comic or other collectible they were planning on having authenticated, this is the ideal opportunity to receive a free comic book in the process. Not only will the free comic be up for grabs at the event, but fans can also meet Matt Dinniman and Doug Mahnke in-person and h...