Directly from South Korea, the manhwa genre has become a big hit for those who are fans of manga. This genre has spread to all of Asia and overseas as well. Since manhwa is reaching the ranks of popularity that Japan has dominated for years, there are a lot of upcoming manhwa that readers won't want to miss.
Whether it is for its unique premise, its lovable characters, or its beautiful art — often in color, contrary to manga's black and white style — these series stand out among the rest. Both new and seasoned manhwa lovers should take note and check this incredible series out.
Updated on May 10th, 2024 by Chelsea Steele: In recent years, manhwa has become a very popular medium, sometimes even rivaling manga in its success. Webcomics are accessible, so people love them and every month there are new stories available. As a result, fans of all kinds have latched onto manhwa, allowing it to become bigger than ever before. We've updated this list to meet CBR's current publication standard, offering more must-read manhwa recommendations of all genres for readers to pick their new obsession.
10 Best Manhwa Adapted to Anime, Ranked
Many manhwa series, like Tower Of God and Lookism, have been adapted to anime — but which is the best?30 Wind Breaker Follows A High School Student With a Passion For Biking
Written and Illustrated by: Yongseok Jo, 104 Chapters (Ongoing)
Wind Breaker Rating Scores
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8.58/10 |
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Goodreads |
4.48/5 |
- Thrilling sports action
- Features a relatable protagonist
- Inspirational story of teamwork
One of the most popular manhwa series out there, Wind Breaker is an inspirational story of a young man following his passions. The story stars Jo Ja-Hyun, a brilliant young student who's been struggling under the weight of his studies for some time. As student body president, he has little time to himself, and even less time to devote to friends, leaving him feeling burnt out and alone. However, his life turns around when a classmate discovers his biking talents.
Soon enough, Ja-Hyun finds himself joining Yoon Minwoo and his friends as part of their biking crew. With a newfound passion and a brand-new group of friends, Ja-Hyun finally gets to experience life as a normal teenage boy. The story follows him as he slowly discovers himself and opens up like never before. Far more than just a typical sports series, Wind Breaker is full of action, drama, and many lighthearted moments as the characters grow and learn together. For those who enjoy a slice-of-life with a side of action, it's the perfect title.
Wind Breaker
Burdened with expectations since childhood, second-year high schooler Jo "Jay" Ja Hyun feels obligated to aim for the top through his studies.
- Author
- Yongseok Jo
- Artist
- Yongseok Jo
- Release Date
- December 15, 2013
- Genre
- Action , Drama , Sports
- Chapters
- 479
- Volumes
- 25
- Publisher
- Naver Webtoon, LINE Webtoon
29 Who Made Me a Princess? Stars a Reincarnated Princess Who Must Avoid a Terrible Fate
Written by: Plutus, Illustrated by: Spoon, 125 Chapters (Completed)
Who Made Me a Princess? Rating Scores
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8.45/10 |
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4.47/5 |
Who Made Me A Princess & 9 Other Must-Read Isekai Manhwa
There are several isekai manhwa like Who Made Me A Princess by Plutus and Spoon that are must-reads for fans of this trope.- Perfect for fans of reincarnation isekai
- Classic Fairytale theme
- Full of drama and romance
Reincarnation isekai remain one of the most popular genres out there, and Who Made Me a Princess? is one of the best within the manhwa sphere. The story follows a classic isekai format, with a modern-day woman awakening to find herself in the body of Athanasia de Alger Obelia, the ill-fated princess of a fairytale story. Knowing full-well that a horrific end awaits her, Athanasia decides to do whatever it takes to save herself from her fate — as well as another untimely death. In order to do this, she must gain the favor of her tyrannical father, which will prove to be quite the challenge.
Full of drama, romance, and courtly politics, Who Made Me a Princess? is a surprisingly thrilling addition to the reincarnation isekai genre. Readers will fall completely in love with Athanasia as she uses her charm and modern knowledge to change the outcome of the story. It's also a perfect manhwa title for those who enjoy the "reincarnated as a villainess" trope as well, as it uses many of the plotpoints and themes commonly found within that subgenre.
Who Made Me A Princess
Athanasia, executed for treason in her past life, wakes up reborn as a child princess in the very kingdom she threatened. Now, she must navigate a treacherous court, filled with hidden agendas and deadly secrets, all while maintaining the innocent facade of a princess.
28 The Greatest Estate Developer Is a Hilarious Isekai Following a Hero Who Uses His Past-Life Knowledge To Create His Fortune
Written by: Back-kyung Moon, Illustrated by: Hyunsoo Kim, 130 Chapters (Ongoing)
The Greatest Estate Developer Rating Scores
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MyAnimeList |
8.50/10 |
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4.90/5 |
- Perfectly blends comedy and isekai
- Likable main hero
- Simple but fun
The Greatest Estate Developer follows a fairly basic isekai premise. The story begins when a student named Suho Kim falls asleep, only to awaken as Lloyd Frontera, a lazy noble from the fantasy book he was reading. He soon discovers that his new family is overwhelmed with crushing debt, which now has been passed onto him as well. Luckily, he's able to use his past-life engineering knowledge to earn money, turning their lives around completely.
A fun and lighthearted comedy series, The Greatest Estate Developer may be simple, but it's nothing short of enjoyable. It's currently one of the highest-rated manhwa series out there, proving that not every great story has to be full of action and adventure to grab its audiences' attention.