24+ Best Manhwa Like Nano Machine

If you loved Nano Machine, chances are you'll really enjoy Return of the Blossoming Blade, Solo Leveling and the others too. They share that same energy—whether it's the intense Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, or just the vibe that keeps you hooked. While you wait for the next chapters to drop, it’s the perfect time to explore something new that still feels familiar. These picks aren't just similar—they're fan favorites for a reason, and they might just become your next obsession.

1. Return of the Blossoming Blade

Synonyms: Return of The Mount Hua Sect, Volcano Return, Return of the Flowery Mountain Sect

When Cheong-Myeong of the Mount Hua Sect awakens a hundred years in the future, his last memories are of a bloody battle against the Leader of the Demonic Cult, the evil Cheon-Ma. The battle almost saw the end of the Ten Great Sects of ancient China, when Cheong-Myeong ended the hard-fought struggle by striking down Cheon-Ma. Soon after, he succumbed to his wounds, filled with regret at their pyrrhic victory. All is not lost, however, as he awakens to his second chance at life. Shocked to find his beloved Mount Hua Sect reduced to a mere shadow of itself in the present day, Cheong-Myeong embarks on a journey to restore Mount Hua to its former glory. (Source: WEBTOONS, edited)

2. Solo Leveling

Synonyms: I Level Up Alone, Only I Level Up, 俺だけレベルアップな件

In a world where awakened beings called “Hunters” must battle deadly monsters to protect humanity, Seong Jin-U, nicknamed “the weakest hunter of all mankind,” finds himself in a constant struggle for survival. One day, after a brutal encounter in an overpowered dungeon wipes out his party and threatens to end his life, a mysterious System chooses him as its sole player: Jin-U has been granted the rare opportunity to level up his abilities, possibly beyond any known limits. Follow Jin-U’s journey as he takes on ever-stronger enemies, both human and monster, to discover the secrets deep within the dungeons and the ultimate extent of his powers. (Source: Tappytoon) Note: Chapter count includes a prologue and 21 side stories.

3. Heavenly Demon Reborn!

Synonyms: Chronicles of Heavenly Demon

In an ancient world where martial artists reign supreme, Un-Seong can only watch as his master is brutally beaten to death after a false accusation of practicing forbidden demonic arts. Even after a valiant fight, he fails to kill those responsible and faces his own end. But fate has other plans… Instead of taking his last breath, he awakens as a child, training to be an elite soldier of a demonic sect. Now Un-Seong must embrace the demonic arts and harness power in his ultimate quest for revenge. (Source: Tapas) Includes 6 side story chapters

4. Log-in Murim

Synonyms: Login Murim, Murim Login, ログイン武林

When an interdimensional portal appeared and released countless monsters across the world, humanity didn’t take the threat lying down. Mankind fought back, defeating the monsters' Demon King and creating a new way of life as "hunters." But when Taekyung Jin, a struggling, low-ranked hunter, accidentally logs into a game on a beat-up VR console, he finds himself trapped in an all-new world, unable to log out. (Source: Tapas)

5. The Legend of the Northern Blade

Synonyms: 北剑江湖

For decades, the brave warriors of the Northern Heavenly Sect fought to keep the world safe from the evil Silent Night. But when the fourth generation leader is accused of colluding with the enemy, he is forced to disband the sect and commit suicide to protect his son, Moo-Won. With no family and allies left, Moo-Won leads a dreary life under close surveillance... until a surprise attack from the Silent Night gives him a chance to escape to the mountains. There, the young warrior trains to master the fighting techniques of his predecessors, before the mysterious disappearance of a loved one brings him back to the mainland. Follow Moo-Won as he embarks on a journey to avenge his father’s death and take down the villains who threaten to plunge the world into darkness! (Source: Tappytoon)

6. The Undefeatable Swordsman

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The son of a lowly innkeeper, U-Mun Song always dreamed of being a martial arts master, a dream that would never become a reality thanks to his frail body. Then one night, a mysterious guest leaves behind a painting as payment that enthralls U-Mun for reasons he can’t explain. It soon becomes clear that it’s no ordinary painting when U-Mun starts showing prowess in the martial arts he’s never had before. Thus begins the path for a scatterbrained kid to change his destiny and become truly undefeatable! (Source: Tapas, edited)

7. Infinite Leveling: Murim

Synonyms: Infinite Level up in Murim, Unlimited Level-ups in Murim

Killed on the battlefield without glory to his name, Yuseong Dan receives an opportunity to grow stronger with a strange quest and level system. But each quest he’s forced to fight only seems to be getting harder and harder. Can he level up enough to avoid the same miserable ending and become the powerful hero he wishes to be? (Source: WEBTOONS)

8. Absolute Sword Sense

Synonyms: Perfect Sword Sense, Le Sens de l'épée, เซียนสัมผัสดาบ

For as long as he can remember, Woonhwi So has been the black sheep of his family and clan. Because his spirit core has been destroyed, he has no choice but to serve as a third-rate spy for the Blood Cult. One day, during his mission to find the legendary Blade Scroll, he is killed and sent 10 years into the past. When Woonhwi regains consciousness, he realizes that he has been sent back to the day he was kidnapped by the Blood Cult, and that he has gained a mysterious ability to hear the voice of a dagger. (Source: WEBTOONS)

9. Murim RPG Simulation

Synonyms: Heavenly Demon Cultivation Simulation , Cultivation of Heaven, Heavenly Demon Cultivation

A scout in the infamous Demon Cult, Seol-Hwi is on a routine patrol when his squad unexpectedly encounters a fearsome master of the Mount Hua Sect, the sworn enemies of the Demon Cult. Without warning, the Mount Hua Cult master slaughters the entire squad. As Seol-Hwi lies dying, lamenting years of service to the cult with nothing to show for it, he is suddenly faced with a video game prompt, asking if he would like to start again. Given the opportunity to start over and make different choices, Seol-Hwi vows to survive and become stronger so he can rise to the top of the Demon Cult. (Source: WEBTOONS, edited)

10. Legend of an Asura - The Poison Dragon

Synonyms: Poison Dragon: The Legend of an Asura, Legend of Asura - The Venom Dragon, Legend of Sura - Venom Dragon

The mighty Medicine Faction has fallen to the evil hands of the Venom Clan. As they travel across the land, taking out each clan under the faction, Zhen Ziqiang becomes a test subject for the Elder of the Venom Clan. After being injected with various poisons, Ziqiang rises from the depths of hell as an Asura. Full of anger, he escapes and begins to plan his revenge as the sole survivor of his faction. Now, his goal is to destroy the entire Poison Faction and give them a taste of their own venom.(Source: Tapas)

11. The Reaper

Synonyms: Reaper of the Drifting Moon, Death God of the Drifting Moon, Grim Reaper's Floating Moon

Pyo-Wol was an orphan who wandered around the continent until he bumped into a mysterious man and lost consciousness. When he wakes up, he finds himself in a dark, confined space with only one iron door for an exit. Wol survives the next several grueling months, trying to keep a cool head and stay in shape. When the iron door finally opens, he discovers he's not the only one in this miserable situation. A group of masked people has kidnapped 300 children to train them into human weapons. Wol must fight and kill the others, for only a handful of the strongest will be selected. Will Wol be able to become one of the chosen and find a way to free himself from his captors?(Source: Tappytoon, edited)

12. Eleceed

Synonyms: Eleceed: Velocidad eléctrica, 觉醒吧，铲屎官！, 覺醒吧！貓奴

Jiwoo is a kind-hearted young man who harnesses the lightning quick reflexes of a cat to secretly make the world a better place – one saved little child or foster pet at a time. Kayden is a secret agent on the run, who finds himself stuck in the body of a…um…decidedly fat old fluffy cat. Together, armed with Jiwoo’s super powers and Kayden’s uber-smarts, they’re out to fight those forces who would let evil rule this world. That is, if they can stand each other long enough to get the job done. (Source: WEBTOONS)

13. Your Talent Is Mine

Synonyms: Talent Copycat, I Can Copy Talents, I Copy Talents

Ye Tian gained the power to copy others' talents. In order to protect his sister, he struggled to survive in the apocalyptic era of the invasion of exotic beasts. In order to become stronger, he began to explore the unknown world and gradually uncovered the secrets of the invasion of different dimensions... (Source: MangaToon)

14. Book Eater

Synonyms: The Book Eating Magician

Theodore Miller knows everything about magic… except how to use it. Just as he’s about to flunk out of Berghen Academy, Theo chances upon a grimoire named “Gluttony” that manifests as a magic-hungry creature on his hand. The more magical texts and artifacts Gluttony consumes, the more powerful Theo becomes, quickly making him the academy’s star student. Sure, he now lives under constant threat of being eaten by an insatiable parasite, but Theo is finally on his way to becoming a real wizard. (Source: Tapas)

15. Chronicles of the Demon Faction

Synonyms: 魔道轉生記, 魔道转生记, ตำนานการเกิดใหม่ในลัทธิมาร

Tired of the yoke of the Divine Justice Alliance, master assassin Cheon Ha-Jin attempts to flee, only to be confronted by martial artists of all allegiances, both orthodox and deviant. Succumbing to the wounds of his ferocious struggle for freedom, he awakens in the body of Seo Ryang, a prince of the notorious Heavenly Demon Cult who suffers from a disorder that prohibits him from the use of qi. In order to survive in his new life, Ha-Jin must contend with the many dangers and enemies that lurk within the cult.(Source: WEBTOONS, edited)

16. Tales of Demons and Gods

Synonyms: Tales of Demons & Gods, Una Vida Del Demonio, Trach Yeu Ky

Because of the Space-Time Demon Spirit Book, time and space underwent a reversal. Though he was supposed to have died to demon beasts, Nie Li found himself sitting in a classroom when he opened his eyes. He had gone back to the age of thirteen. Now that everything has begun anew... how will he protect his beloved? (Source: Bilibili Comics)

17. Hwasangwonma

Synonyms: Fist demon of Mount Hua, The Fist Demon of Mount Hua

Dam-Ho, the sole survivor of a raid on his village, has a lame leg, the worst possible condition for a martial artist. Nonetheless, he refuses to stop training. Whilst everyone around him tells him he cannot become one, Dam-Ho refuses to give up on this dream. Will he really be able to overcome his misfortune and become the best martial artist? (Source: KakaoPage, translated)

18. Cheongeomgihyeop

Synonyms: Heavenly Sword's Grand Saga, Thousand Sword Techniques

There are people in the world that thinks they are the ‘chosen’ of the heavens. It’s been decades since chaos and strife among heroes ensued because of those people. A certain disciple who has six masters has been entrusted with the fate of the central plains. “If you guys are the heavens, then I’m the sword that’ll pierce the heavens.” That was what he’d resolved to do… No one mentioned he was a fatty, though! In any case, now that he’s here, he’ll need to save the… world… Damn it, lose some weight first.

19. Dosagangho

Synonyms: Dosa Gangho, Strongest Fighter

Woken up from a date, he’s suddenly in a movie set? Wait, he’s been reborn as a baby martial artist! In the Jongnam Clan, which was once one of the 9 strongest clans, he receives the name “Gun-Chung” and uses the knowledge of his past life to learn the true meaning of martial arts. When your perspective is different, your martial arts changes. Armed with knowledge, Gun-Chung brings about a new age of martial arts!

20. Absolute Reign

Synonyms: Absolute Dominion, 绝代君临, 絕代君臨

Twenty years have passed since the Great War, but petty theft and exploitation have taken root during times of peace. The once dazzling world of Murim is a mere shadow of its former self, but one young enigmatic swordsman has sworn to restore Jianghu to its former glory. Will the noble principles of justice and loyalty prevail over corruption and greed?(Source: WEBTOONS)

21. The Divine Path to Immortal Mastery

Synonyms: Supreme Exorcist, Supreme Taoist, 超神道術師への道

Yue's body has always been weak and frail but, after being rescued from a ghost by his uncle, the young boy dedicates himself to learning martial arts and ghost fighting techniques to better protect himself and his loved ones. And just as he resolves to do so, a strange internal system awakens within him, telling him he has soul points he can invest towards empowering his fragile body!(Source: Tapas)

22. Cheonaehyeomno

Synonyms: Way to Heaven, The Heavenly Way

A strange relationship began when orphan siblings met a old woman who claimed to be their grandmother, but this old woman is the superior master of Murim, who has lost her memory due to a disease. The woman recognized the hidden talent of the eldest sibling and started to train him, thus began the journey of Jinmu Sin-Mo, the last disciple. The boy is destined to reach the end of sky! (Source: Kakao, translated and edited)

23. Heoyakseonsaeng

Synonyms: Weak Teacher

The special discipleship of Mu-Rim's best assassin, Gwi-Myeon-Dok, will begin.

24. Martial Peak

Synonyms: The Pinnacle of Martial Arts

The peak of martial arts is solitary and lonely. It is an endless pursuit for unattainable heights as well. In order to surpass the limits of martial arts, growth and the will to survive in adverse situations is necessary. One day, Yang Kai, a disciple-on-trial (and floor sweeper) of the Lingxiao Martial Arts Sect discovered a Wordless Black Book. That marked the turn in his luck and the beginning of his martial arts journey. (Source: Webnovel)

25. How to Use a Returner

Synonyms: Regressor Instruction Manual, 重生使用說明書, คู่มือการใช้งานของนักข้ามเวลา

[Will you join the game?] Giyoung's suddenly thrown into a game of life and death. Not only that but he's also the player with the lowest stats. Still, he's got one skill on his side: the ability to read other players' status! He finds the opportunity of his life when he discovers that Hyunsung is a returner to this world. Now all Giyoung has to do is stick next to Hyunsung and game his way out of this tutorial. (Source: Tapas)

If you're anything like me, once you finish something amazing like Nano Machine, you're left wondering—what now? Luckily, there’s a whole world of stories out there that give off the same energy, whether it’s the intense fights, emotional backstories, or just that feeling of being completely hooked. The titles like Return of the Blossoming Blade, Solo Leveling... I’ve shared aren’t just similar—they feel right. They hit that same nerve that made Nano Machine special in the first place. Of course, everyone’s taste is different, but I really think you’ll find something here that pulls you in. And hey—if you’ve got a favorite that didn’t make the list, I’d love to hear about it. I’m always looking for my next obsession.