In a galaxy far, far away, heroes rise against the forces of darkness and set out on epic adventures. But if you crave more intergalactic excitement in manga form, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best manga similar to Star Wars you must read!
Knights of Sidonia
Knights of Sidonia follows the journey of Nagate Tanikaze, an under-dweller fated to become a Garde pilot.
He is tasked with safeguarding the colossal starship Sidonia against the relentless threat of an alien race known as Gauna.
Knights of Sidonia will remind you of the epic battles in space as seen in Star Wars.
The manga is written and illustrated by Tsutomu Nihei and it ran from April 2009 to September 2015 with 15 volumes.
Last Exile
Set in the fictional world of Prester, flight reigns supreme thanks to Claudia Fluid, which is derived from crystals found on the planet. The Guild controls the skies, controlling both the fluid and airship engines.
Amid ecological turmoil, they also mediate between warring nations, Anatoray and Disith.
Stuck in the conflict are Sky Couriers named Lavie and Claus who navigate the tensions while transporting goods.
When they accept a mission to transport an orphan named Alvis Hamilton, they are pushed into a larger struggle against the Guild’s Dominance.
Last Exile is authored by Gonzo and illustrated by Robo Miyamoto.
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Sazan & Comet Girl
The story of this space manga follows Sazan, a young adventurer from Earth who travels across planets and comes across countless galactic oddities.
Everything changes when he crosses paths with Mina, a fiery-haired girl who bursts into his life aboard a space scooter. In her, Sazan senses a rare and extraordinary presence.
Beneath her seemingly ordinary façade lies an astonishing power, and the space marauders intent on seizing it.
Just as swiftly as she entered his world, Mina exits, leaving Sazan with an unwavering determination to track her down, even if it means embarking on an intergalactic pursuit across the galaxy.
The story and art of this gorgeous full-color manga is by Yuriko Akase and this will indeed remind you of Star Wars but in a colorful and fun way.
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Space Dandy
In this comedy and sci-fi manga, Space Dandy operates as a space hunter, tasked with the thrilling pursuits of uncovering new, uncharted alien species.
In this competitive industry, the reward goes to the fastest discoverer of extraterrestrial lifeforms.
Accompanied by his comrades, the weary robot QT, and the Betelgeuse-native Meow, Dandy explores unexplored planets in search of undiscovered beings.
Their adventures are constantly shadowed by pursuers from the enigmatic Gogol Empire, whose motives are shrouded in mystery.
Legend of the Galactic Heroes
The Legend of the Galactic Heroes manga is based on the novel series by Yoshiki Tanaka.
In the 36th century, humans expanded across the galaxy, colonizing several star systems.
Two dominant powers, the Galactic Empire and the democratic Free Planets Alliance, clash in a devastating conflict.
They are set on determining the destiny of every individual in existence.
Legend of the Galactic Heroes is a grand space opera that pits the Galactic Empire against the Free Planets Alliance, reminiscent of the conflict between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance in Star Wars.
A new Star Wars animated mini-series titled Star Wars: Tales of the Empire is available to stream on Disney+ beginning May 4, 2024.
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