A Villain’s Will to Survive stands out for its complex narrative and deep exploration of game mechanics. The story’s premise of a game developer becoming the very villain doomed to die adds a unique layer of tension. Deculein’s strategic thinking and calculated moves to twist his fate make for a read.
The series balances psychological depth with action. Deculein’s internal conflict — knowing that the game itself is working against him — creates a sense of urgency and suspense. His evolving understanding of the game’s hidden rules and his attempts to manipulate them keep the story unpredictable. The supporting characters’ shifting alliances and motivations add further depth to the unfolding plot.
Plot of A Villain’s Will to Survive

Deculein, a game developer, never imagined he would wake up as the very villain he had created — the intermediate boss doomed to die 999 times out of 1,000. The game’s system is designed to ensure his inevitable death, but Deculein refuses to accept this fate. He quickly realizes that survival requires more than strength — it demands strategy, manipulation, and a deep understanding of the game’s mechanics.
To alter his destiny, Deculein sets out to become necessary to the game’s progression. He starts building relationships with key characters and gathering resources that will make his death detrimental to the game’s balance. However, every step forward is met with resistance from the game’s system, which seems determined to maintain the established storyline.
As Deculein uncovers hidden mechanics and secret lore within the game, he begins to understand the deeper forces at play. The true enemy might not be the heroes or the game itself, but something even more sinister lurking beneath the surface. Deculein’s resolve to survive strengthens, and he prepares to confront the source of the game’s cruel fate head-on.
A Villain’s Will to Survive Chapter 27 Release Date and Time

A Villain’s Will to Survive Chapter 27 is scheduled to be released on Friday, March 14, 2025. The release times for different regions are listed below:
- Japan Standard Time (JST): Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 12:00 AM
- India Standard Time (IST): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 8:30 PM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM
- Philippines Standard Time (PHT): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:00 PM
- Korean Standard Time (KST): Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 12:00 AM
- Eastern Time (EST): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- Central Time (CST): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Mountain Time (MST): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 8:00 AM
- Pacific Time (PST): Friday, March 14, 2025, at 7:00 AM
- Australian Capital Territory (ACST): Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 2:00 AM
Where to Read A Villain’s Will to Survive Chapter 27
A Villain’s Will to Survive Chapter 27 will be available on Naver Webtoon for Korean readers and on Webtoon for English translations. Supporting official platforms ensures high-quality translations and supports the creators directly.