Tower of God Chapter 653 will begin the next stage of Bam’s story after a lengthy break. The main series has remained on hiatus since the end of Season 3, while SIU shifted attention to the 70-chapter Tower of God: Urek Mazino spin-off.
That side story is now complete, but readers are still waiting for an official Chapter 653 release date.
When is Tower of God Chapter 653 Coming Out?
Tower of God Chapter 653 does not have a confirmed release date as of July 15, 2026.
The official Korean Naver Webtoon page continues to mark Tower of God as being on hiatus. The English WEBTOON page says the series “will be back,” but it does not provide a date or release window.
The current status is:
- Chapter: Tower of God Chapter 653
- Release Date: Not announced
- Spoiler Status: No spoilers available
- Hiatus Status: Ongoing
- Previous Release: Chapter 652, the Season 3 finale
- Official Platforms: Naver Webtoon and WEBTOON
Are Tower of God Chapter 653 Spoilers Available?
Tower of God Chapter 653 spoilers are not available.
MangaHelpers opened a Chapter 653 discussion thread in December 2024, shortly after the Season 3 finale appeared in Korea. However, the thread remains locked and contains only the forum’s standard spoiler rules.
Its existence does not mean the chapter is close to release. MangaHelpers often prepares the next numbered thread before a break begins so it is available whenever confirmed material eventually appears.
Posts claiming to contain Chapter 653 panels, summaries, or a release date should be treated carefully unless they can be traced to Naver, WEBTOON, SIU, or a verified Korean preview.
Is Tower of God Returning After the World Cup?
There is no official confirmation that Tower of God will return after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The tournament ends on July 19, 2026, but neither Naver nor WEBTOON currently connects the hiatus to the World Cup. The timing appears to be a fan prediction based on the completion of the Urek Mazino spin-off and the approaching end of the tournament.
Tower of God normally publishes on Mondays when active. That does not confirm a July 20 return or any other date immediately after the final.
A real return announcement would likely appear through one of these sources:
- The official Korean Naver Webtoon page
- The official English WEBTOON page
- A notice attached to the series
- An announcement from SIU or the editorial team
Until one of those appears, Chapter 653 should remain listed without a release date.
How Long Has Tower of God Been on Hiatus?
Tower of God Season 3 ended with Chapter 652.
The Korean edition published Season 3 Episode 235 on February 2, 2025. The official English version followed on February 23, 2025. The series has not published another main-story chapter since then.
The English WEBTOON page still carries a message promising that Tower of God will return. However, it does not identify the next installment as Season 4 or provide a timetable.
Did the Urek Mazino Spin-Off Delay Chapter 653?
It is reasonable to connect the main hiatus with the publication of Tower of God: Urek Mazino, but no official statement says the spin-off directly caused or extended the break.
The Urek Mazino side story followed the character during his time as a Regular and expanded several areas of Tower of God lore. Its Korean edition ended with Chapter 70, “The Rising Moon,” which is officially marked as the conclusion.
The spin-off ending removes one major publication from SIU’s current schedule. Still, its completion does not guarantee that Tower of God Chapter 653 will begin immediately.
SIU may need additional preparation time before starting the next season of the main story.
What Happened Before Tower of God Chapter 653?
Chapter 652 served as the Tower of God Season 3 finale.
It followed the conclusion of the conflict involving the Lo Po Bia and Po Bidau families and prepared the story for another major shift. The consequences of the battle between the Family Heads remain important, while Bam and his allies are spread across several competing factions.
The long hiatus also gave SIU space to introduce more historical information through the Urek Mazino spin-off.
That story added new details about Urek, Baek Ryun, the Shining Ones, the Nameless Princess, the hidden well, and dangerous beings released through widening rifts.
These events take place before the main story. However, several characters and ideas introduced in the spin-off could become relevant after Chapter 653 begins.
What to Expect From Tower of God Chapter 653
Tower of God Chapter 653 will most likely open a new season rather than continue as a normal weekly chapter.
The first installment may spend time establishing where Bam and the other major characters are after the Season 3 finale. It could also explain how the balance of power changed following the Family Head conflict.
Several larger storylines remain ready to continue:
- Bam’s position among the Tower’s major factions
- The fallout from the Lo Po Bia and Po Bidau conflict
- Zahard’s next move
- The roles of Urek Mazino and Wolhaiksong
- Revolution and the groups opposing the established order
- The truth behind the Tower, its rifts, and the outside world
The Urek Mazino finale also leaves historical threats active inside the Tower. The Nameless Princess begins gathering power against Zahard, while beings freed from the hidden well remain unaccounted for.
Because the spin-off is set in the past, Chapter 653 may reveal what became of those characters in the present timeline.
That connection is possible, but it has not been confirmed.
Where to Read Tower of God Chapter 653
Tower of God Chapter 653 should release first through the Korean Naver Webtoon platform.
The official English translation should follow through WEBTOON.
Readers should use those official pages to confirm the return date. Neither platform currently lists Chapter 653.
Final Thoughts
Tower of God Chapter 653 is still waiting for an official release date.
The Urek Mazino spin-off has reached its ending, which clears one possible obstacle before the main series returns. However, Naver still labels Tower of God as being on hiatus, and WEBTOON only promises that the series will be back.
The World Cup theory may line up with the end of the spin-off, but it should not be presented as a confirmed schedule.
