Brian K. Vaughan's and Fiona Staples' celebrated series may not quite be finished yet, with Vaughan stating he envisions the long-running Image-published comic to run for 108 issues. Currently at issue 72, now is the perfect time to jump into Saga, and what better way to start the series than digitally? You have a handful of options to get the incredible space fantasy story on your mobile device or reading tablet, and we've broken them down for you here.
Where to Read Saga Online
Read Issue #1 For Free on Image's Site
To start, get your feet wet by trying out Saga #1 for free, no strings attached. This is the perfect way to see if this kind of story is the right fit, and you also get to appreciate pages and pages of Fiona Staples' amazing art. This is available directly on Image Comic's website.
Read Free Through Hoopla
The entirety of the available Saga run is yours to read for free through Hoopla. Be aware, however, that reading through Hoopla comes with a caveat: you have to link an existing library card with your account and choose from your nearest local library. You can only check out what that library has in stock, so if you're not in a major metropolitan city, your mileage may vary. All-in-all, though, Hoopla is one of the best places to read comics for free online and it works great for free books as well.
Subscribe to Kindle or ComiXology
ComiXology Unlimited through Amazon is easily the best way to read any comic book online. With Saga, you can even get the entirety of the Volume 1 collection (issues 1-6) for free with a 30-day free trial. Once you're caught up on the available story, you can switch to appointment reading by purchasing single issues as they release every month.
Try out GlobalComix
GlobalComix is a newer, creator-focused reading and distribution platform that helps creators track analytics and monetize their digital comics. While their overall selection is relatively sparse compared to these other avenues, they do have Saga available. Sign up is free, too!
What If I Want to Read Saga Physically?
A lot of comics fans prefer physical media, myself included. Luckily, you can purchase multiple volumes and editions of the collected story so far, and most of them are even on sale at Amazon every now and then. You can pick up the regular trade paperbacks, which are currently up to Volume 11 (Volume 12 is coming May 13), or grab the oversized Saga: Compendium 1, which collects issues 1-54, which is currently on sale.
Myles Obenza is a freelance writer for IGN. Follow him on Bluesky @mylesobenza.bsky.social.
