The Star Wars Jedi franchise is gearing up for a new official chapter in late 2026. Panini Manga has confirmed the release of Volume 3 of the manga adaptation of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order for December 1st. The new edition continues the journey of Padawan Cal Kestis, focusing on his past traumas and the destruction of his lightsaber, while fans await news about the third video game in the series.
Cal Kestis Faces the Ghosts of His Past in Volume 3 of the Manga
This new print installment continues the adaptation of the game originally released in 2019 by EA and Respawn Entertainment. The script and illustrations are once again handled by the duo Mangado and Sideranch, who were responsible for the two previous volumes published throughout this year.
The official synopsis revealed by the publisher points to tough times ahead for the protagonist. Haunted by tragic memories of Order 66 and without his main weapon after having his lightsaber destroyed, Cal must travel to new planets and confront the relationship he had with his deceased Jedi Master. The publication promises intense action scenes and an unprecedented psychological deepening of the character's journey.
Successful Video Game Franchise Expands into Comics
The Star Wars Jedi universe began as a bet by Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts to revive the single-player action-adventure format focused on narrative. In the first game, released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, players take on the role of Cal Kestis (played by actor Cameron Monaghan), a young Padawan hiding as a scrapper after the Jedi purge. His routine changes when Imperial Inquisitors discover him, forcing him to flee and rebuild his connection to the Force.
The reception from audiences and critics has yielded impressive numbers for the franchise:
- Over 8 million copies sold in the first three months on the market in 2019.
- Over 20 million players reached within the first two years.
- Game of the Year award at the 2019 Titanium Awards.
The expansion into manga format began in March with the release of Volume 1, offering a dynamic visual retelling of the adventures of Cal and the crew of the ship Mantis.
Impact on the Star Wars Ecosystem and the Future of Gaming
The arrival of Volume 3 in December helps fill fans' expectations for new content in the franchise. In video games, the story continued in 2023 with the acclaimed Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, set five years after the events of the first title.