In an epic crossover event that fans have been clamoring for, Marvel Comics has announced a five-issue limited series titled Star Wars/Marvel: Hope Assembles. The highly anticipated series, due out in January 2027, will see the forces of both universes collide, with acclaimed writer Kevin Smith at the helm. Star Wars and Marvel characters will team up to take on formidable foes, bridging the gap between the classic A New Hope-era Star Wars cast and contemporary Marvel heroes. The series will be set within Marvel's mainline Earth-616 continuity, making it official canon in the Marvel Universe. In an interview with EW, Smith expressed his excitement to bring together these two iconic universes, reminiscing about his childhood dreams of seeing characters like Spider-Man and Doctor Doom cross over into the Star Wars saga. The series promises to be a love letter to both franchises, filled with action, heart, and unpredictability. Preorders for Star Wars/Marvel: Hope Assembles #1 can now be placed at your local comic shop. Additionally, Marvel will soon launch Star Wars: The Fall of Kylo Ren, delving deeper into Ben Solo's journey between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker. Jesse Schedeen, staff writer for IGN, invites you to sharpen your wits by following him on BlueSky at @jschedeen.