Why Korean Webtoons Are Dominating the Zombie Genre
If you thought The Walking Dead and World War Z were the peak of zombie storytelling, Korean webtoons are here to prove you wrong. The vertical scroll format creates an immersive reading experience perfect for horror, with jump scares that literally make you scroll into terror. Platforms like Webtoon, Tapas, and Manta have brought these gems to English-speaking audiences.
Top 7 Zombie Apocalypse Webtoons to Binge in 2026
1. Sweet Home / Shotgun Boy Universe
Carnby Kim's interconnected universe starting with Sweet Home (now a hit Netflix series) continues to expand. The psychological depth rivals anything in Western horror comics, exploring what it means to be human when humanity itself is transforming.
2. All of Us Are Dead (Original Webtoon: Now at Our School)
Before the Netflix adaptation took the world by storm, this webtoon delivered high school horror that makes you question every survival decision. Available on Webtoon with the prequel content.
3. Dead Days
Think 28 Days Later meets Korean corporate satire. Office workers must survive not just zombies but also the toxic hierarchy that follows them into the apocalypse.
4. Zombie Fight
For fans of action-heavy content like Invincible or The Boys, this webtoon delivers brutal combat sequences with surprisingly deep character development.
5. Duty After School
Military conscription meets monster invasion. This unique take resonates with fans of Attack on Titan's themes of youth thrown into impossible wars.
6. Hellbound (Kim Yong-ki)
While not traditional zombies, this supernatural apocalypse webtoon from the creator of Train to Busan explores societal collapse in terrifying ways.
7. Terror Man / Revival Man Series
A superhero twist on the apocalypse genre, perfect for readers who love Marvel/DC but want something darker and more unpredictable.
Where to Read
- Webtoon - Largest selection, free with ads
- Tapas - Great for indie zombie titles
- Manta - Subscription model with premium Korean imports
- Tappytoon - Licensed translations with fast updates
Why Zombie Webtoons Hit Different
Korean creators approach the zombie genre with a focus on social commentary—class warfare, corporate culture, family dynamics, and the thin veneer of civilization. The webtoon format allows for pacing that builds dread in ways traditional comics can't match. If you loved Train to Busan or Kingdom, these webtoons are your next obsession.