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The Most Amazing Cosplay of San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Day 3

Robots, aliens, and troopers, oh my!

By Jen Lennon Published July 26, 2026, 7:00 am ET

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Cosplayers brought out the big guns on day three of San Diego Comic-Con 2026—literally. We saw creative and detailed weapons and armor on characters like Din Djarin, aka the Mandalorian, some Orbital Drop Shock Troopers from Halo, Samus Aran from Metroid, and more. We also saw our first Patricia from Widow’s Bay, and she did not disappoint. And then there’s what we can only describe as Ronald McJoker—seriously, you’ve gotta check it out.

Here’s our favorite cosplay from SDCC day three.

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