Darwin’s Game

“Darwin’s Game” is a captivating Japanese manga series, penned and illustrated by the talented duo known as FLIPFLOPs. The narrative centers on Kaname Sudō, a 17-year-old high school sophomore who unwittingly becomes embroiled in a deadly game of survival after accepting an online invitation to play an app game called Darwin’s Game. Each player in this high-stakes game is endowed with a unique ability, known as a Sigil, turning this game into a thrilling battle of wits and power.

As the plot unfolds, Kaname’s determination to survive intensifies, leading him on a quest to clear the game and confront the Game Master. The series takes an unexpected turn when it’s revealed that the Game Master is one of many in the multiverse and is actually benevolent, albeit in a greater good way. Serialized in Akita Shoten’s Bessatsu Shōnen Champion magazine from December 2012 to October 2023, “Darwin’s Game” has left an indelible mark in the manga world. An anime adaptation by Nexus aired in 2020, further cementing its popularity among fans.