Dark Souls Manga Release Date

The Dark Souls universe is expanding with the release of Dark Souls Redemption, a manga set to debut in English on August 27. This new addition to the franchise is helmed by Julien Blondel and explores an original narrative within the familiar, haunting world created by FromSoftware.

Yen Press, known for bringing popular Japanese media to English-speaking audiences, will be publishing this shōnen manga. Alongside its current portfolio, which includes the successful adaptation of the Elden Ring manga, the release of Dark Souls Redemption promises to offer fans yet another compelling entry that delves deep into the series‘ dark and intricate lore.

Dark Souls Redemption Manga English Release Date

The English version of the Dark Souls: Redemption manga, published by Yen Press, will be available on August 27, 2024. This series transports readers into the dark and unforgiving world of the Dark Souls universe, tapping into the same gothic ambiance and complex lore that fans have come to love.

Dark Souls has transcended its origins as a challenging video game series developed by FromSoftware and has been adapted into various other media forms over the years. These adaptations include a comic book, released in 2016 to coincide with Dark Souls 3, and a licensed board game that achieved its crowdfunding goals almost instantly. Additionally, there have been rumors of a Netflix anime adaptation, although no official announcements have been made yet.

The manga is written by Julien Blondel, an author known for his work on other graphic novels. While Dark Souls: Redemption is an original creation, it maintains the essence of the game series, combining intense action and dark fantasy narratives. The manga will be available in both print and digital formats, catering to different reader preferences.

FromSoftware, the studio behind Dark Souls, has shifted its focus to new projects in recent years. Titles such as Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Elden Ring, and Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon illustrate their evolving portfolio. With the success of Elden Ring, which also has an ongoing manga titled Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, it's clear that FromSoftware’s storytelling continues to captivate audiences across various media.

Since its original release on multiple platforms, including PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, Dark Souls has garnered a dedicated following. Known for its brutal difficulty, the series has left a lasting impact on the action RPG genre. With the upcoming English release of the Dark Souls: Redemption manga, fans can look forward to another deep dive into the beloved universe.