Manga Up! Global is expanding its English manga library with the addition of three exciting new titles. Starting this week, fans can dive into the workplace romance of My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me, the dungeon-farming adventures of Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!, and the dark fantasy of The Record of a Fallen Vampire.
New Manga Alert! Details on the Fresh Titles
Here’s a closer look at each of the new manga now available on Manga Up! Global:
My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me
- Author: Isuzu
- Genre: Romantic Comedy, Slice of Life
- Synopsis: Hiyakawa-san, a handsome boss, intimidates his coworkers with his perpetually stern expression. However, around Tetsuhara Miori, his cool facade crumbles. He becomes clumsy, blurts out his thoughts, and is generally a flustered mess. This workplace romantic comedy follows Miori as she navigates her awkward but sweet days with her blushing boss.
- Background: Isuzu launched the manga in Square Enix’s Gangan Online in July 2023, concluding it in February 2024. The fourth compiled book volume was released on December 12.
Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!
- Story: Ryūichi Suzuki (Light Novel)
- Art: Mozukuzu (Manga)
- Genre: Fantasy, Isekai, Slice of Life
- Synopsis: Bale, during a divine item bestowal ceremony, remembers his past life and realizes he’s been reborn into a video game. After being kicked out of his home, he ventures into a secret dungeon armed with the “Dragontree Sword,” which is packed with farming buffs. The story follows Bale’s new life of easygoing farming and encounters with cute girls.
- Background: Mozukuzu began serializing the manga in Square Enix’s Gangan Online in August 2023. The third compiled book volume was released on January 10. Ryūichi Suzuki’s light novel series, featuring character designs by Siso, has four volumes, with the fourth released on November 7.
The Record of a Fallen Vampire
- Story: Kyo Shirodaira
- Art: Yuri Kimura
- Genre: Dark Fantasy, Action, Supernatural
- Synopsis: (Details about the synopsis of this manga are not available in the provided context. Further research would be needed to provide a summary.)
- Background: Kyo Shirodaira is known for other works such as In/Spectre.
What is Manga Up! Global?
Manga Up! Global is the official English version of Square Enix’s popular manga service. Launched globally in July 2022, the service offers a wide selection of manga titles, including both ongoing and completed series. It’s available on iOS and Android devices, providing fans outside of Japan with access to English translations of Square Enix’s manga content.
Key Features of Manga Up! Global:
- Extensive Library: The service boasts a library of over 160 titles, with around 100 available in English translations.
- Simultaneous Releases: Manga Up! Global aims to provide the latest installments of ongoing series shortly after their release in Japan.
- Diverse Genres: The platform covers a wide range of genres, including action, adventure, comedy, drama, fantasy, romance, and slice of life.
- Original Works: In addition to previously published works, Manga Up! Global also serializes original manga, including adaptations of video games and light novels.
- Point-Based System: The service uses a point-based system where users can read the first few chapters of each series for free. To read further, users can use “UP” points, which refresh twice daily, or purchase “XP” points.
- Support for Creators: Manga Up! Global is an official service run by Square Enix, ensuring that profits are legally distributed to the authors and creators.
Popular Titles on Manga Up! Global:
Manga Up! Global features a variety of popular titles, including:
- Fullmetal Alchemist
- Soul Eater
- PandoraHearts
- The Case Study of Vanitas
- Goblin Slayer
- Final Fantasy Lost Stranger
- Daemons of the Shadow Realm
- My Dress-Up Darling
- The Apothecary Diaries
- Akame ga Kill!
- Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!
- Horimiya
- Arakawa Under the Bridge
- Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun
How to Access Manga Up! Global
You can access Manga Up! Global through the following ways:
- Mobile App: Download the Manga Up! app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
- Web Version: Visit the official Manga Up! Global website at global.manga-up.com.
Square Enix and Manga
Square Enix, known for its popular video game franchises like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, has a significant presence in the manga publishing industry. The company’s manga imprint, Gangan Comics, publishes a wide variety of titles, many of which are adapted from Square Enix’s games.
Square Enix’s Manga Initiatives:
- Global Expansion: Square Enix has been actively expanding its manga offerings outside of Japan, aiming to bring its content to a wider global audience.
- Digital Platforms: The company has embraced digital platforms like Manga Up! Global to distribute its manga content more efficiently and reach readers worldwide.
- Cross-Media Adaptations: Square Enix often adapts its popular video game franchises into manga series, further expanding the reach of its intellectual properties.
Other Digital Manga Platforms
Manga Up! Global is one of many digital platforms offering manga to readers worldwide. Other popular platforms include:
- Crunchyroll Manga: A subscription-based service that offers a wide selection of manga titles, often with simultaneous releases with Japan.
- ComiXology: A digital comics platform owned by Amazon, offering a vast library of manga, comics, and graphic novels.
- Azuki: A subscription-based service focused on providing readers with access to a curated selection of manga titles.
- Viz Manga: The digital platform of Viz Media, one of the largest publishers of manga in North America, offering a wide range of popular titles.
Conclusion
With the addition of My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me, Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!, and The Record of a Fallen Vampire, Manga Up! Global continues to expand its English manga library, offering fans a diverse selection of titles to enjoy. As the demand for manga continues to grow worldwide, platforms like Manga Up! Global play a crucial role in bringing Japanese comics to a global audience. Whether you’re a seasoned manga reader or just getting started, Manga Up! Global provides a convenient and accessible way to discover new series and support your favorite creators.
