Marvel Unlimited, the company's dedicated digital comic subscription application, is scheduled to shut down on December 17, 2026, concluding nearly 19 years of service. Marvel announced that new subscriptions for the app have already ended, with a successor, 'Marvel Comics Powered by Webtoon,' set to launch on November 16, 2026.
Existing subscribers will retain free access to Marvel Unlimited until its final shutdown. Any recent charges will be the last made, and users will receive a prorated refund on November 16 for any remaining subscription value. There will be a period of overlap between the closure of Marvel Unlimited and the launch of the new app, allowing users to migrate their libraries and reading progress. Details on this transfer process will be provided via email and in-app messages, with users advised to sign up with Webtoon to facilitate the move.
The new Marvel Comics Powered by Webtoon app appears to offer several enhancements over its predecessor. The 'Ultimate' tier will provide access to new comic issues as soon as 30 days after their print release, a significant improvement over the three-month delay previously implemented for the standard tier and Marvel Unlimited. Initial screenshots suggest a more modern user interface, potentially addressing long-standing usability issues with comics on mobile and web browsers.
Pricing for the new service remains largely consistent with Marvel Unlimited. The 'Base' subscription will cost $9.99 per month, offering access to the full library with new issues available 90 days after print. The 'Ultimate' tier, also priced at $12.49 per month, provides the same library access but with new issues arriving 30 days after print. Additionally, a promotional offer allows users to pre-order a year of the Ultimate tier for $59.99, equating to $4.99 per month for the first year, though it will renew at $99.99 annually thereafter.