2008 was a solid year for zombie stories, split between Marvel’s twisted takes on superheroes and the ongoing chaos of Highschool of the Dead. Some entries deepened their worlds, others spun their wheels — but a couple still hit hard.
4. Marvel Zombies: Dead Days by Robert Kirkman
Serving as a prequel, Dead Days fills in the gaps of how Earth’s heroes became flesh-hungry monsters. While it adds context, it doesn’t stand out beyond being supplemental material. Interesting for completionists, but not essential.
3. Marvel Zombies 2 by Robert Kirkman
The sequel carried the same grim humor and gore, but the novelty wore thin. It’s still a fun ride — watching zombified heroes wrestle with survival and morality — but the punch wasn’t as strong as the original.
2. Highschool of the Dead Vol. 4 by Daisuke Satō (writer) & Shōji Satō (artist)
The series picked up steam here, leaning into its mix of survival horror and chaotic teen drama. Big action, bigger stakes, and the kind of cliffhanger that keeps you flipping pages.
1. Highschool of the Dead Vol. 5 by Daisuke Satō (writer) & Shōji Satō (artist)
The best of the bunch. Vol. 5 balanced intense zombie clashes with growing character bonds, cementing why Highschool of the Dead became a modern zombie staple. Bloody, wild, and unforgettable.
2008 showed two sides of the genre: Marvel’s satirical apocalypse and Japan’s stylish survival horror. Both left their mark, but HOTD Vol. 5 stood at the top.
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