Transformers / G.I. Joe: First Strike

In 2018, IDW delivered a compact, high-octane crossover with Transformers / G.I. Joe: First Strike, a single-issue special that merged the Autobots and Decepticons with the military action of G.I. Joe. Written by John Barber with art by Tom Waltz, this one-shot served as a bridge between the two franchises under IDW's shared universe, offering a standalone clash of giant robots and elite soldiers. It matters as a concise, fan-pleasing meeting of these classic Hasbro properties, showcasing how their worlds collide in a single, explosive issue.