Solo Leveling’s Ending Is Being Changed, And It’s Getting Even Better

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This article contains major spoilers for the Solo Leveling Manhwa

The anime adaptation of Solo Leveling is brand new, having just begun in 2024. However, the story itself has a long history, starting as a web novel in 2016 – almost a decade ago! This web novel was then turned into a manhwa in 2018, which ran until 2021. Both the original web novel and the manhwa have now concluded, and while the story is beloved by many, the final arc has received some criticism over time.

Many fans were disappointed with the ending of Solo Leveling, specifically the epilogue where Jinwoo travels back in time ten years to prevent the tragedies of the original story. This effectively erased his 27-year journey to defeat the Monarchs and saved everyone without fully showing the consequences of that war. However, a new game called Solo Leveling Karma, launching in 2026, has the potential to offer a more satisfying conclusion and potentially rewrite the ending for the better.

Solo Leveling Karma Is Expanding The Ending By Covering The Events of the 27 Year Monarch War

Just a few years ago, it would have been hard to imagine how popular Solo Leveling would become. Now, thanks to the incredible success of the anime, even more Solo Leveling projects are in the works, including a brand new game called Solo Leveling Karma. This won’t be a simple retelling of the story; Solo Leveling Karma will actually expand the universe with new backstory and details not explored in the original series.

I use the System and the System uses me. – Sung Jinwoo

Solo Leveling Karma continues the story after the main series, focusing on the events that happen after the epilogue. It offers a fresh look at the 27-year monarch war. At the end of Solo Leveling, Jinwoo travels back in time using a special item, the Cup of Reincarnation, with the daunting task of defeating all the Monarchs once more.

Jinwoo is driven by a powerful purpose: to save everyone who perished in the original timeline. It’s a truly noble ambition, but the war to achieve it won’t be easy. In fact, it’s expected to take him 27 years to finally succeed. Sadly, the story doesn’t show us exactly how he plans to do it.

Although people generally know the outcome, the specifics of the war in Solo Leveling have remained a mystery. The new game, Solo Leveling Karma, aims to change that. Players will experience the war firsthand, uncovering the events that took place between Jinwoo and the Monarchs, and learning how the conflict ultimately concluded. This will provide a complete and satisfying ending to the Solo Leveling story.

Solo Leveling’s Monarch War Was A Controversial Arc

The 27-year war is a divisive element in the Solo Leveling story. Some fans feel it wasn’t needed, arguing that Jinwoo’s initial success was already a strong conclusion. The idea of traveling back in time to rescue characters can come across as an easy way to ensure a completely happy ending for everyone.

This storyline heavily centers on Jinwoo, overshadowing the accomplishments of other hunters and resulting in a somewhat strange conclusion. However, the upcoming release of Solo Leveling Karma, based on the web novel, could offer a new perspective and potentially change how fans view the ending.

Solo Leveling Karma’s Canonicity Is Up In The Air

Image from Solo Leveling Karma

Many fans are curious about how closely the story of Solo Leveling Karma will follow the original Solo Leveling. Currently, it’s difficult to know, as the original author, Chugong, hasn’t commented on the new series. He also doesn’t appear to be involved in writing the story, which is a bit concerning for fans.

The story will generally follow the events of the original webcomic, but the creative team might add or change some minor details. Whether these changes are official or not, the goal is to create an enjoyable experience for fans.

Solo Leveling Karma Is Releasing In 2026

Image from Solo Leveling Karma

Fans of the Solo Leveling series are eagerly anticipating the upcoming game, Solo Leveling Karma, which is shaping up to be the best one yet. Although previous games like Overdrive have been released, Karma is expected to be a significant improvement. Currently, the game is slated for release in 2026, though a specific date hasn’t been announced.

You can currently watch all 25 episodes of Solo Leveling on Crunchyroll. For even more of the story, check out the original Solo Leveling Manhwa.

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2025-11-22 23:40