Is the Story Finished?#
If you are diving into Sayonara Game, you might be wondering if the story reaches a definitive conclusion. The original Sayonara Game manga was serialized from March 14, 2016, to July 14, 2016. While the initial run is complete, the story is far from over.
To get a truly satisfying conclusion and see where the characters end up, you will need to continue with the source material. The narrative expands significantly through a series of sequels and spinoffs that build upon the foundation of the original work. You can buy the Sayonara Game manga to start your journey.
Audience and Appeal#
Sayonara Game is a romance title that is best suited for fans of the genre who enjoy seeing relationships evolve over time. Its primary appeal lies in its interconnected storytelling, where the events of one series lead directly into the next, creating a rich, cumulative emotional experience.
If you enjoy romance stories that don’t end with a single volume but instead grow into a larger universe of characters, this is a series for you. While you can watch for the anime on Prime Video, the heart of the story is found in its written releases.
Recommended Order#
Because Sayonara Game has a complex web of sequels and spinoffs, following the correct order is essential to avoid confusion. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual guide to these connections.
Release Order#
For those who want to experience the series exactly as it was introduced to the world, follow this timeline:
- Sayonara Game (2016)
- Change World (2017)
- Love Nest (2018–2019)
- Love Nest 2nd (2019–2020)
- Engage (2021)
Completionist Order#
For the completionist who wants every single detail and extra, we recommend following the narrative chain: start with Sayonara Game, move to its sequel Change World, then dive into the Love Nest spinoff and its subsequent sequel, Love Nest 2nd. Finally, wrap up the experience with the Engage spinoff. This path ensures you see the full evolution of the romance and the world.
Source Material Path#
Since the story is heavily detailed in the manga, we highly recommend reading the series in the order listed above. You can find the various volumes and buy the manga here.
Extra Tips for Fans#
If you’ve fallen in love with the characters, you might want to expand your collection. You can buy Sayonara Game merchandise to show your support for the series.
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Sayonara Game • manga • 2016-03-14 to 2016-07-14 (serialized in Dear+, Apr - Aug 2016)
└─(sequel)→ Change World • manga • 2017-03-14 to 2017-08-12 (serialized in Dear+, Apr - Sep 2017)
└─(spinoff)→ Love Nest • manga • 2018-04-13 to 2019-03-14 (serialized in Dear+, May 2018 - Apr 2019)
└─(sequel)→ Love Nest 2nd • manga • 2019-08-16 to 2020-11-13 (serialized in Dear+, Sep 2019 - Dec 2020)
└─(spinoff)→ Engage • manga • 2021-05-14 (serialized in Dear+, Jun 2021)
