Mike Eakins
Skybound Comet, the original graphic novel imprint aimed at Young Adult and Middle Grade audiences, in collaboration with Image Comics and leading games, IP, and toy company Hasbro, today announced TRANSFORMERS: Worst Bot Ever– Bot Swap! The second book in the series of OGNs from writer Brian “Smitty” Smith (Pea, Bee, and Jay) and artist Marz Jr. (Void Rivals cover artist) will be available everywhere books are sold June 2026.
The continuation of the Middle Grade OGN series reinforces the collaboration between Hasbro and Skybound, alongside other key initiatives including the shared Energon Universe comic book series (Void Rivals, the two-time Eisner Award-winning TRANSFORMERS, and G.I. JOE), the reboot of G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero, and the most funded comics campaigns on Kickstarter, The TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero Compendium Sets.
Hijinx and mayhem will ensue as readers reunite with Ballpoint, a reformed Decepticon, struggling to fit in with his new Autobot friends when a mishap with an experimental weapon causes him to swap bodies with the most feared Decepticon of them all—Megatron!
Will Ballpoint’s newfound size and strength finally garner him the acceptance he deserves? But what happens when the mighty Megatron suddenly finds himself in the itty-bitty body of the Worst Bot Ever?
“I’m absolutely thrilled to deliver more adventures of the bot with the biggest ego (and even bigger heart),” said Brian “Smitty” Smith. “Ballpoint has made an immediate impact with TRANSFORMERS fans of all ages, you’re gonna want to buckle up for this next ride!”
Marz Jr. added,
“What have you gotten yourself into this time Ballpoint?!” “I’m pumped to be bringing back the lovable rascal for another wacky adventure!”
Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound , said
“Your favorite new Transformers bot is back!“We’re thrilled to continue Ballpoint’s misadventures with a body-swapping tale guaranteed to delight Transformers fans of all-ages. You’ve never seen Megatron like this before!”
TRANSFORMERS: Worst Bot Ever–Bot Swap! (ISBN: 978-1-5343-3146-4| SRP $12.99) will be available at?comic book shops on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 and at booksellers, along with digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
