Time Loop Manhwa Recs: Again and Again and Again
Sick of cookie-cutter action fantasies and recycled romance tropes like me? Then let’s shake things up by tossing those bland stories into wild, twisty time loops packed with brutal dead ends. Sounds like a blast, right?
Anyway, I’ve combed the web to curate this list of the absolute best in this time-bending genre. So grab your popcorn and get ready for a few nights of sleeplessness. After all, this list is going to be hardcore and addicting.
My Top 15 Time Loop Manhwa (Webtoons) to Binge Read
- The Knight Only Lives Today
- A Regressor’s Tale of Cultivation
- Surviving Romance
- Please Obsess Over Me
- Another Typical Fantasy Romance
- Concubine Walkthrough
- Solitary Lady
- Cheoulsu Saves the World
- You Mustn’t, Your Majesty!
- SSS-Class Revival Hunter
- The Villainess Turns the Hourglass
- The Skeleton Soldier Failed to Defend the Dungeon
- Murim RPG Simulation
- ‘Cause Calypso Can
- Touch My Little Brother and You’re Dead
1. The Knight Only Lives Today
Despite all the gruesome hardwork, Enkrid’s dream of knighthood still seemed like a long shot. Well, that’s until he dies and wakes up at the start of the same day.
Caught in a time loop with endless do-overs, he’s got infinite chances to train, fight, and claw his way to glory. But how long can a man’s sanity last in the face of insurmountable odds and agonizing deaths?
My Rating: The Knight Only Lives Today is a must-read time loop webtoon done right. It boasts top-tier art, breathtaking pacing, and more-than-skin deep characters. The best of it all? The main character’s crazy willpower is just downright epic.
Enjoyment-wise, this stunning tale deserves my 10/10 and a full-stamp recommendation. If you enjoy epic progression fantasy with depth, then this is your cup of tea.
2. A Regressor’s Tale of Cultivation
Seo Eun-hyeon’s soul-crushing office life takes a wild turn when fate yeets him and his coworkers into a mystical cultivation world. Unfortunately, while his colleagues are out there defying the heavens, Eun-hyeon’s got zero talent for immortality.
So time drags on, and he bites the dust. The punchline? Well, instead of meeting death, he returns to the past. Turns out, his secret power is infinite regression, looping him through time to rewrite his destiny.
My Rating: A Regressor’s Tale of Cultivation is a well-crafted time loop manhwa deserving of a 9/10. It offers solid character arcs, a well-executed plot concept, and a stunning art style.
Unlike its peers, this tale boasts an unexpected depth. The character’s growth and shifting perspective are so damn palpable you can’t help but root for the MC. Anyway, it also has a top-tier web novel if you enjoy cultivation books.
3. Surviving Romance
Chaerin Eun believes her transmigration into a romance novel is a dream come true. After all, who can say no to the smooth-sailing life of a Mary Sue?
Unfortunately, her once dreamy life takes a wild turn when the plot itself takes a hard life. From fluffy romance, things morph into a grim zombie apocalypse. The worst part? She can’t even stay dead and has to relive this nightmare on repeat.
My Rating: Surviving Romance is a must-read time loop webtoon worthy of a 10/10. Despite its shoujo-style art, this isn’t your typical mushy romance. No, this cookie is a heart-pounding psychological thriller spiked with isekai and zombie chaos.
If you’re searching for a high-stakes post-apocalyptic manhwa with a time-bending twist, then don’t miss this.
4. Please Obsess Over Me
Despite being a princess, Arabella’s life is no fairytale. Instead, it’s a nightmare of disease and suffering. She can’t help but feel like a bird coop in a dreary cage.
Worse, it seems like fate has got a nastier trick up its sleeve, and a rebellion breaks out. Her fate? Death. The punchline? Instead of the end, she finds herself stuck inside a gripping time loop.
My Rating: Please Obsess Over Me scores an 8/10. This time loop manhwa shines with its solid art, juicy political thriller vibe, and intriguing romance.
The problem? Well, its characters feel flat. It’s not bad, but it lacks the X-factor to make it unforgettable.
5. Another Typical Fantasy Romance
Lithera’s dream comes true when she suddenly finds herself whisked into her favorite fantasy novel. No, not as another side character, but as the story’s saintess and an empress.
Unfortunately, the fairy tale sours fast when the male lead turns into a useless, jealous, yet obsessive jerk. Worse, she kills her out of envy. Lucky for her, fate has a reset button, giving her another shot. But this time, she plans to pick a guy who actually values her.
My Rating: Another Typical Fantasy Romance is a straight-up 10/10 masterpiece. This time loop webtoon hooks readers with its witty romance plot, lovable characters, and well-done pacing.
Anyway, I consider this story to be among the most underrated otome isekai webcomic out there. So yeah, just give it a shot if you’re looking for something honey-sweet.
6. Concubine Walkthrough
Yona Lee is just an ordinary high schooler who suddenly finds herself transmigrated into another world. No, not just your ordinary fantasy realm, but a hardcore game world.
The problem? She has taken over the Imperial Consort Lee. Who’s that? A villainess destined for death. With no choice but to embrace her infamous role, she scrambles to smash every death flag in her path. Well, if she can.
My Rating: Concubine Walkthrough is a time loop manhwa gem worthy of a 10/10. This stands out with its unique Imperial China world-building, dramatic storyline, and well-written characters.
Anyway, if you enjoy palace intrigues loaded with face-slapping moments, then this is for you. I recommend it to all fans of the historical romance genre.
7. Solitary Lady
After seven heart-wrenching time loops, Hillis Inoaden’s done with her backstabbing family. Betrayed one too many times, her heart has turned ice cold and dark as night.
So in her eighth life, she’s ditching the goody-two-shoes act. Instead, she now plots a slow, savage revenge against her betrayers. Yes, it’s an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.
My Rating: Solitary Lady is a time loop webtoon gem that nails a 9/10. It’s packed with stunning art, a high-stakes plot, and multifaceted characters.
It’s one of those stories that hit so hard, offering its readers a gritty, dark satisfaction. If you’re looking for some hardcore face-slapping moments, then this one’s your perfect poison.
8. Cheoulsu Saves the World
As a massive asteroid barrels toward Earth, Cheoulsu can only crack a beer and watch the apocalypse unfold. After all, he is neither a superhero nor a super genius who can stop the end of the world.
Fate, however, has a rough plan for him. Instead of death, Cheoulsu finds himself stuck in an endless time loop. His mission? Save the humanity. But can he stay sane in the face of endless failure and despair?
My Rating: I might be biased, but Cheoulsu Saves the World is the king of time loop manhwa for me. It’s short, but its plot execution and pacing deserve applause.
The main character’s growth is also so solid I can’t help but reread it multiple times. Anyway, if you’re into high-stakes sci-fi, this masterpiece is an absolute must-read. Enjoyment-wise, it’s a solid 10/10.
9. You Mustn’t, Your Majesty!
Rosetta is the most loyal knight of Crown Prince Armund. The proof? She is willing to die to protect him. Too bad, despite her best efforts, the prince soon bites the dust.
The twist? Heartbroken, Rosetta dives back in time to save the prince, no matter the price. But can she outwit destiny and death at the same time?
My Rating: You Mustnt, Your Majesty! scores an 8/10. It’s a must-read time loop webtoon for fans of kickass female MCs and romcom. It also has solid art, a funny cast, and a shoujo-style plotline.
As for its weakness, it suffers from weak pacing and lackluster stakes. It’s not bad, but it doesn’t stick much with me as a reader.
10. SSS-Class Revival Hunter
Kim Gong-ja is a bitter normie who desires to become a hunter. Unfortunately, he is talentless, forcing him to live a mundane life whilst cursing the heavens out of envy.
Little did he know some gods do listen. Tired of his whining, the gods grant him a hunter-like skill. Specifically, the ability to copy skills. The catch? Using it will kill him.
My Rating: I’ve read more than a thousand manhwa, and I dare say SSS-Class Revival Hunter is one of the best out there. This time-loop manhwa is jam-packed with hilarious characters, stunning art, and a deep storyline.
How good is it? Well, it stole a few good nights of sleep from me. If you’re looking for a top-tier action fantasy, then you’re in for a treat. Overall, I’ll give this cookie my 10/10.
11. The Villainess Turns the Hourglass
Aria’s life flips from rags to riches when her mom marries a widowed Count. Unfortunately, the unexpected windfall has turned her into a spoiled villainess. Her ending? Death.
Fate, however, gives her a magical hourglass and a chance to redo it all. This time, she plans to live a smarter, kinder, and even richer life. Of course, she also plans to deal with her stepsister—a bona fide white lotus schemer.
My Rating: I’ll score The Villainess Turns the Hourglass a 9/10. This time loop webtoon offers a slick pace, gorgeous art, and a smart female lead. Forget about Mary Sues, this MC has no plans of becoming a pawn in a tiresome romance game.
The best part? It’s complete, so binge away without the wait. Anyway, if you’re looking for a solid regression romance webcomic, then this cookie is for you.
12. The Skeleton Soldier Failed to Defend the Dungeon
Skelly isn’t anything special. No, it’s just another frail skeleton summoned by a rookie necromancer. The twist? Unlike its peers, it’s sentient, has a quirky leveling system, and can even rewind time.
With one mission in mind, Skelly grinds non-stop, one lifetime at a time. Its goal? Protect its master no matter the price. Yes, even if it means looping through the agony of a thousand doomed lives.
My Rating: I’ll score The Skeleton Soldier Failed to Defend the Dungeon a 9/10. Unlike its peers, it stands tall with its arching world-building, gripping plot, and well-written characters.
Unfortunately, this time loop manhwa’s inconsistent art especially in the later arcs has been a disappointment. Still, if you’re searching for a well-done dark fantasy webcomic, then don’t miss this gritty goodie.
13. Murim RPG Simulation
Seol Hwi has poured his entire soul into serving the Demonic Cult. His repayment? Death and a cold-blooded betrayal by his master. Tragic, isn’t it?
But fate’s got a soft spot for such a hardworking underdog, and grants him another shot at it. But this time, he has something backing him. No, not another master, but a mysterious leveling system and some good ol’ time-bending powers.
My Rating: Murim RPG Simulation is a pulse-pounding blend of action, martial arts, and regression. Quality-wise, this time-loop webtoon deserves an 8/10.
It grips readers with its survival-driven plot, badass characters, and raw art style. If you’re looking for a story with a sharp murim vibe, then you’re in for a thrilling ride.
14. ‘Cause Calypso Can
Although she is only three, people recognize Calypso Aquasiadel as a prodigy. She talks like an adult, schemes like an adult, and has the mettle of an adult. Of course, that’s something we expect from a modern girl who has time-looped three times.
That catch? She has no plans of redoing it for the fourth time. This round, she plans to return to her own world. How? By tapping the enigmatic dragon duke’s space-time bending powers by hook or by crook.
My Rating: ‘Cause Calypso Can scores an 8/10. This time loop manhwa shines with gorgeous art, lovable characters, and a cozy, warm plot that wraps you up like a blanket.
Its downside? The storyline feels a bit been-there-done-that, solid but not groundbreaking. Still, it’s a heartwarming read that hits the spot.
15. Touch My Little Brother and You’re Dead
Rosalite Roxburgh, a transmigrator, is stuck in a brutal time loop. No, it’s not because of some sort of failure on her side. Instead, it’s because of her fragile brother. Specifically, every time he dies, she loops back whether she likes it or not.
Thus, she sets out to protect her glass-like sibling with all she has. Even if it means crossing the kind or wading in the river Styx, she’ll do it all just to stop this crazy loop.
My Rating: Touch My Little Brother and You’re Dead earns an 8/10. This time loop webtoon won’t blow you away with a deep plot or dazzling art, but it’ll have you laughing so hard your abs will beg for mercy.
The characters’ interactions are just so damn funny. Anyway, if you’re searching for a gag-heavy manhwa, then this is for you.
Time Loop Manhwa: Final Takeaways
There’s something oddly captivating about these time loop webtoons. How do I say this? It feels incredibly satisfying to watch the MCs change, redo, and progress through life as they face hard challenges.
Sadly, this genre’s a rare breed with only a handful of titles. Here’s hoping for more in the future, but for now, let’s continue binge-reading these gems one by one.