Dark Souls: Redemption Vol. 3 manga is set to release on September 22, 2026, through Yen Press, bringing the officially licensed Dark Souls series to its third volume. Written by Julien Blondel with artwork by Shonen, the 192-page volume will be available in both paperback and digital formats at $15.00 USD and $19.50 CAD.
The manga presents an original story set within the Dark Souls universe. According to Yen Press, the narrative follows a tenuous alliance between a guardian, a keeper, and a hunter as they navigate a world consumed by ruin and despair. The description reads: “The tenuous alliance between a guardian, a keeper, and a hunter calms in ruin’s wake. Yet, like a candle against a gale, hope flickers with each passing moment.”
Dark Souls: Redemption launched as an officially licensed manga adaptation in August 2024, when Yen Press released the first volume. The series began as a French publication from Mana Books before Yen Press acquired the English licensing rights. Vol. 1 debuted on August 27, 2024, with 216 pages, followed by Vol. 2 in 2025.
The manga is classified as a video game tie-in spanning multiple genres including sword and sorcery, action and adventure, fantasy, horror, and dark fantasy. It targets readers aged 16 and up. The series expands the Dark Souls franchise beyond its core video game releases, offering fans a new narrative experience within the established world.
Pre-orders for Vol. 3 are available through major retailers including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Kinokuniya, and the Crunchyroll Store for print copies, with digital versions available through platforms like Apple Books, comiXology, Google Play, Kobo, and BookWalker.
Sources
- Yen Press — official publisher details, release date, pricing, and series information for Dark Souls: Redemption Vol. 3
- Unabridged Books, Inc. — confirmed September 22, 2026 release date and 192-page count
- Amazon.com — release date and series information
- Anime News Network — original licensing announcement and series background
- Siliconera — Vol. 1 release date of August 27, 2024
