Time travel is a fascinating concept that has been a recurring theme in manhwa’s lately. The profound theme of the protagonist’s venture to the past to seek redemption or right the wrongs of history continues to be a compelling and enduring narrative in the rich landscape of manhwa.

What’s more, the incorporation of supernatural, action, and horror-drama elements in such types of stories adds extra layers of thrill to the series, driving readers to the edge of their seats. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best manhwa where MC goes back in time. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

10. Swordmaster’s Youngest Son

A new addition to the regression stories, Swordmaster’s Youngest Son isn’t an ideal manhwa for newcomers, regardless it has its own good elements. The story follows Jin Runcandel, the youngest of the Runcandel family, who’s destined to become the head of his prestigious swordmaster clan.

But despite his best efforts, he’s banished for his shoddy swordsmanship and eventually meets a rather unfortunate end. But a contract with the God Solderet gives him another chance at life as he reincarnates as a prodigy. With his newfound powers and knowledge, Jin swears to fulfill his destiny and become the ultimate swordmaster.

9. Kill The Hero

Kill The Hero takes place in a game-like world where dungeons, monsters, and players appear. The series tells the story of Kim Woo-Jin who is betrayed by his most trusted friend and gets killed in succession. However, he returns to the past and gets a chance to start over.

With his sights set on revenge, Woo-Jin quickly garners notoriety among the game plebs while boosting his stats, as he masterminds his way closer to the top. Now that he knows how to play to win, Woo-Jin will stop at nothing to destroy the hero! Kill The Hero is a must-read dungeon system manhwa like Solo Leveling.

8. Return Survival

Return Survival is a fast-paced zombie apocalypse manhwa with a strong emphasis on action and survival. Known for its violent and gore plotline, the series takes place in a post-apocalyptic world outrun by the undead and mutants.

Yohan meets his death in the same crisis however, instead of dying he finds himself thrust back in time to a pre-virus era. By using his knowledge of the future, Yohan prepares for the calamity in an attempt to save mankind and ensure his own survival against all odds.

7. Doom Breaker

Also known as “Reincarnation of the Suicidal Battle God”, Doom Breaker offers an adrenaline-pumping time-travel action fantasy story with absolutely orgasmic art. The series features Zephyr who’s the last warrior of humanity in a world abandoned by the gods.

When he’s killed in battle by Tartarus, the god of destruction, all hope for humanity seems lost. But Zephyr’s fate brings him back to ten years in the past when everything was normal. Zephyr is determined to use his second chance at life to avenge humanity and defeat Tartarus once and for all.

6. Tomb Raider King

Tomb Raider King offers a descriptive manhwa with op MC and leveling system that explores the historical and supernatural elements. The manhwa follows Jooheon Suh who is a tomb explorer, excavator, and raider. One day, he comes across mysterious tombs each containing a relic that grants its owner supernatural abilities.

However, betrayed by his employer, Jooheon is about to die at the hands of a powerful new relic when he suddenly finds himself 15 years in the past, before any relics or tombs make their debut. Driven by feelings of revenge, Jooheon uses his knowledge of the future to become the Tomb Raider King!

5. Return Of The 8th Class Mage

As the title suggests, The Return of the 8th Class Mage revolves around a powerful magician named Ian Paige who devoted his days to serving his friend and lord Ragnar. Yet despite their closeness, Ragnar views Ian as a threat and subsequently poisons him.

In his last moments, Ian somehow saves himself using time magic and returns 30 years to the past when he was a novice. Now as a young boy, Ian joins an elite order of mages to hone his abilities once again so that he can change his future and reclaim glory as an 8th class mage.

4. A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special

A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special may not entirely fall in the manhwa with op MC category but it sure does have fantasy elements that make it an entertaining manhwa to read. The series takes place in a world ravaged by the Shadow Realms, which have rendered most of the land uninhabitable.

During this time of immense darkness, six mages band together to rescue the world from falling into certain doom. However, the group is unsuccessful and the survival of humanity hinges upon magician Desir Arman who’s transported back in time where he has the chance to prevent human civilization’s fall.

3. Leveling Up With Gods

Leveling system manhwa has always been a first choice for the readers and Leveling With The Gods is a suitable manhwa for beginners. The story follows Kim Yuwon, a high-ranking warrior who is one of the last survivors of the tower. After a bitter defeat at the hands of the outer gods, he is tasked with returning to the past.

Facing a battle of extinction, Yuwon’s defeat marks the beginning of a new journey as a time traveler. With renewed determination, Yuwon starts back from where he began, smashing monster after monster and relearning his skills before taking on the tower once again.

2. SSS-Class Revival Hunter

Praised for its fast-paced action, SSS-Class Revival Hunter is an ideal series for fans of adventure, fantasy, and time travel manhwa. Often compared to the likes of “Solo Leveling” and “Tower of God”, the story revolves around Confucius Kim, a low-ranking hunter who is granted the legendary skill of copying others’ abilities.

However, his newfound ability comes at the cost of his life and before Kim can make sense of it, he gets killed by the Flame Emperor. His death works as a trigger for his new ability as he uses this skill to travel back in time and prevent his own death, allowing him to learn from his mistakes and rise to the top of the hunter rankings.

1. Medical Return

Medical Return is bound to captivate the interest of students or professionals who are pursuing the medical course. The story centers on Kim Jihyun, an underappreciated surgeon in his previous life, who’s yearning for a change, and his wish comes true after drinking a magical potion that sends him back to his middle school days.

Now immersed in his middle school life, his sole ambition is to dedicate himself to studying, breaking free from the shackles of a disrespected surgeon’s existence. Medical Return is a must-read for anyone interested in the informative portrayal of the medical profession.

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