What Makes Regression Stories So Addictive?
If you've binged Solo Leveling or Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, you already know the thrill of watching an underdog rise to power. But regression stories take it further—imagine knowing exactly how your enemies will betray you, and having the chance to strike first. That's the core appeal of the regression genre that's taking the manhwa world by storm.
Why Western Readers Are Falling for Korean Regression Stories
Unlike traditional isekai where heroes stumble into new worlds, regression protagonists return to their own past armed with future knowledge. Think Edge of Tomorrow meets epic fantasy revenge. The result? Calculated comebacks, satisfying payoffs, and protagonists who actually learn from their mistakes.
Top 7 Regression Stories You Need to Read
- Trash of the Count's Family - A modern man wakes up as a minor villain and decides to live a peaceful, lazy life. Spoiler: it doesn't go as planned. Available on Tapas.
- The S-Classes That I Raised - After his brother's death, the protagonist regresses to nurture the world's strongest hunters. Found on Tapas and Kakao Webtoon.
- Return of the Frozen Player - A hunter frozen for 25 years returns to a world that's moved on without him. Pure action-packed progression on Webtoon.
- Regressor Instruction Manual - What if you weren't the regressor, but someone who figured out the regressor's secret? A fresh twist on the genre.
- The Novel's Extra - A writer gets trapped in his own novel as a background character. Meta storytelling at its finest.
- Murim Login - Modern gaming meets martial arts regression. Perfect for cultivation fans.
- The Max Level Hero Has Returned - A prince awakens with the memories of countless heroes. Epic fantasy revenge done right.
Where to Read
Most of these titles are available on Webtoon, Tapas, and Tappytoon. For web novels, check out Wuxiaworld and WebNovel for official translations.
Pro Tip for New Readers
Start with Trash of the Count's Family if you want humor mixed with strategy, or Return of the Frozen Player for straight-up action. Either way, prepare to lose sleep.