What Is the Transformers Comic Book Series?

The Transformers is one of the most beloved sci-fi action franchises in comics history! Marvel Comics published the original ongoing series from 1984 to 1991, running a solid 80 issues. The series followed the war between the heroic Autobots — led by Optimus Prime — and the villainous Decepticons — led by Megatron — as it spilled over from their home planet of Cybertron onto Earth. Marvel's run introduced many fan-favorite characters and storylines that shaped the mythology for decades, and it remains a cornerstone of Transformers lore. After Marvel's run ended, the franchise continued through publishers like Dreamwave and IDW, with IDW producing an especially acclaimed modern continuity throughout the 2000s and 2010s.