Gods Games We Play

In a realm where dungeons are the nexus of power and adventure, a forgotten Architect awakens to a world filled with treachery and ambition. Once a mere spectator in the grand game of gods and mortals, he finds himself thrust into a desperate struggle for survival after a fateful encounter with a group of reckless adventurers. With only his wits and the remnants of an ancient dungeon core at his disposal, he must navigate the treacherous landscape of dungeon-building, gathering resources, and facing relentless threats. As he delves deeper into the mysteries of his newfound powers, he discovers the ability to summon guardians and craft traps that will turn the tide of battle. But with each victory comes a price. Rival adventurers seek to claim the power of his dungeon for themselves, and ancient secrets threaten to unravel everything he has built. As he faces increasingly formidable foes, the Architect must confront the true nature of power and the burden of his role in a game controlled by gods. Will he rise to become a legend of his design, or will he be crushed beneath the weight of ambition and fate? In a world where every choice matters, the Architect must forge his path through cunning and strategy, building a dungeon that not only serves as a sanctuary but becomes a force to be reckoned with. Join him on this thrilling journey through a realm of magic, danger, and endless possibilities—where the only limit is the depth of his imagination. Also I want to say to my readers that I'm not perfect and free free to say your mind, I'm open to correction, even more to criticisms.

DESTINY GAMES. It has been 85 years since Earth-11 became aligned with Yggdrasil and 73 years since Icon became the first demigod from Earth. Icon, as the first demigod, was privileged to weave the thread of fate for everyone. He was supposed to cut off Yggdrasil and free Earth-11 from the grasps of the other Earths and their god kings. That's why everyone helped him climb the tower of Destiny. But instead of ridding earth of Yggdrasil, he turned the destiny of mankind into seven rings of immortality.  The first ring was for the immortality of power. The second was for the immortality of the knowledge. The third, fourth, fifth, and sixth were for the immortality of the mind, energy, body, and soul. The last ring, the ring of the paragon, was made to rule them all.  Icon kept the ring of the paragon for himself and became a dictator. He ruled with an iron fist for many years. His was a reign of terror. But he was eventually vanquished by the collective effort of the world.  It has been 62 years since then. Icon is no more, but the damage he had done still remains. Earth-11 is still connected to Yggdrasil. The deadly games of the Tower of Destiny still remain, and the fight for the seven rings of immortality still continues.  Kelvin Thorn has just awakened his ability. It came at a good time too since he is running for his life. The ability he awakened saved him, but it came with a cost. He must climb the tower of destiny under the witness of the whole world and accumulate destiny, or he will die.  His situation is not unique. Everyone that awakens, which is mostly everyone, must climb the tower of destiny. It is one of the curses that Icon left behind before he died. But Thorn is different because the seventh ring found him.  The tower of destiny is where everyone granted power by destiny, be they humans, non-humans, or otherworlders, must fight in games of might, skill, and knowledge to gather the power of destiny. They will either die or eventually overcome death. Kelvin will be one of the latest in the line of billions of others in this struggle. 

[WSA 2024 Entry] Everyone is playing a regal game. Everyone except Lucia (who probably should). After her father faced accusations of trying to seize the throne from his father and king, he was exiled along with his family. They were no longer royalty, but his wife would not have it. She was friends with the queen of Vershia and used that to her advantage. Her two older daughters were the right age to marry the two princes, and she would make that happen come what may. That became a problem when the oldest daughter was ignored by the crown prince, who formed a friendship with the youngest of the girls. There was still hope; Lucia could become the future queen. But Lucia was not groomed for this role. She did not want to live for the type of marriage she could snag. She did not want to take the man who had been planned for her sister. But that’s the thing with plans, isn’t it? She never planned to fall in love with the man, and there she was: an unwilling participant in the regal games. Would she capture the crown? How would everything affect her relationship with her sister? Was there ever pleasing her mother?

In a world turned into a deadly game, Alex Grant, an ordinary high school student, finds himself thrust into an apocalyptic reality where Earth has been selected as Game World N31459. With invaders and monsters descending from the skies, humanity is forced to fight for survival. As Alex navigates through the chaos, he discovers a game-like system in his mind, granting him access to items, abilities, and quests. Using a rare "Blessing Stone," he gains temporary god-like powers, boosting his strength and endurance. Tasked with surviving the first week of the invasion, Alex fights terrifying creatures and encounters other survivors, each struggling to adapt to their new powers and the terrifying monsters attacking their world. Along the way, he earns valuable loot, including rare "Awakening Stones" that promise to unlock even greater power. With his R-level potential, Alex quickly becomes a force to be reckoned with, but the battles only grow more dangerous. The world has become a brutal game of survival, and Alex must use every advantage he gains to protect those around him and unravel the mysteries behind the invasion.

Welcome to The Evolution Games! A hub of entertainment created to amuse the commoners and line the pockets of the rich all across the universe! In these games, race doesn’t matter, status doesn’t matter—nothing matters except your ability! It’s a platform that meets all your needs, from sports to battle royales to even fishing! If you want it, it has it! This collection of deadly games lets the races compete with whatever special gifts the universe has given them, whether that’s the cheat-like abilities of the dragons, the runic manipulation of the elves, or even the countless elemental abilities that have evolved! Everything is done in a 100% immersive Virtual Reality Simulation, or VRS! Rain Janus, an average college student, is suddenly exposed to the universal powers that dominate his world. This drastically changes his fate—and his entire life. However, everything truly changes once he meets a former criminal hiding on his planet. What caused this person to become a criminal? How did this criminal change Rain’s life? Did they even change his life? ***This story may start a little slow, but its pace will increase after the first volume, which is expected to be around 10–15 chapters (still undecided and only an estimate).*** ***This is a WebNovel Rising Star II so PLEASE give me some love and attention, you know shower me with some beautiful power stones when it becomes available, an honest review here and there never hurts anyone, and I'll even take hurtful comments if it has at least some way to improve within it.*** * I’ll be also releasing an extra chapter for every 15 Powerstones in a given week (may change) and every 20 collections. These chapters will be uploaded after Volume 1 is finished and I start a consistent release schedule.*

In a world of constant competition, one man aims for the top. In this new genre VRMMORPG, he plans on becoming the strongest at all costs. The classes, the races, the starting zones, everything is a mystery in 'New Eden'. This game is coming out without a shred of details. The only thing that was promoted was the freedom of skill choosing. Our protagonist Alexander, gamer tag Astaroth, has always dreamt of becoming an E-Sports athlete. His parents supported his dream, but they are no longer of this world. He fully intends on making it in this new game, if not for him, then at least to honor their memory. With no idea how he wants to play his character, Alexander chooses the most mysterious starting race. Will this be his road to success or his downfall? The game assistant certainly thought the latter. "Do as you wish, young adventurer. I only wish to add this. Do not come back with complaints when you realize you have made the wrong choice," the elf said, looking at him with clear hatred. "We will see about that," Alexander flatly replied. "I love challenges," he added. "Very well!" the elf harrumphed. "Have the adventure of your lifetime, as short as it will last," he sarcastically added. Ahead of him lies an uncertain path, filled with trials and hardships. But one thing is clear in his eyes. He will become the strongest player in the game, even if he must step over mountains of corpses to do so. Over are his days of working hard for nothing, it's make or break now! I now have a discord where you can talk with other readers and me. There are also channels to discuss new weapons; characters; classes; or monsters that you might want to design and see incorporated in the story. I will always give credit to the person that created said thing, rest assured. The link is https://discord.gg/68kPqbSFrN

What will an ordinary man do if he finds out he is God in an Otome game? Of course, save the game's Evil character, Morrigan! Unknowingly spread more chaos! Establish your own kingdom! Establish your own religion! Kill the Goddess of Light! Tags: Noharem, Romance, Dark, Fantasy, Medieval, different races, Magic.

Reincarnation is an enigma. It leaves people asking questions while offering no replies. And I just got reincarnated. In a new world… well, calling it a new world is incorrect. It's more like a parallel version of the Earth I used to live on. ---------------------------------------------------------- Hello, law_of_luck here. I just want to clear up a few things before you start reading: • First, I’ve kept the synopsis to a bare minimum to avoid spoilers, so you can discover the new place the main character is in along with him. • Second, this is my first time properly writing a novel, so please feel free to offer any advice or feedback about my writing. • And third, please enjoy reading.

One day, a colossal meteorite struck the Earth, triggering a series of cataclysms. While humans were just beginning their process of recovery and planet reconstruction, an unknown energy began to spread across the Earth. Trees grew larger, animals became more powerful, threatening the survival of humankind. Fortunately, humans did not remain passive; they evolved as well, harnessing this energy to increase their own power. Among them, some received a gift from the universe from birth: a plane seed. Over time, as the Earth expanded, the rate of plane seeds among humans continued to rise, to the extent that almost every human possessed one. A new chapter in human history unfolded, with gods as the backbone of society. Some people will call it a new dawn; the dawn of the gods, Anonymous, May 28, 81395. (english is not my birth language, so there might be some faults in the traduction)

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Gods and Mortals tells the story of Klaus Walker, a teenager who has always been indifferent and apathetic to the world around him. But everything changes when he discovers that he is the child of a God. As he struggles to come to terms with his new reality, he must decide whether to embrace his destiny and uphold his duties as a Demigod or to ignore it altogether, seeking an average life. The story of Gods and Mortals is an enchanting modern fantasy tale that weaves together the extraordinary realms of gods and humans. With captivating characters, as well as a new and immersive mythology, this book draws readers into a world where ancient deities and mortal destinies collide. If you were captivated by the magic of the Percy Jackson franchise, prepare to embark on a breathtaking adventure with Gods and Mortals.

After completing a hardcore game after numerous attempts, Elias felt that he had finally succeeded in doing something in his life. However, this happiness proved fleeting. With the game conquered, there was only a deep feeling of emptiness left. "You win" As he stared at the simple yet deep message, he was left wondering... What now? What was the meaning of his life now that the game was conquered? Yet he knew that he was only lying to himself. Deep down, Elias already knows the answer. He had already died the moment he completed the game. His life lost all meaning the instant he completed the game. Thus, with a smile, he decided to end his life. There was no point in living further. After all, Isn't the pursuit of happiness the ultimate aim of all living beings? He had found his... only to lose it just as quickly. As Elias pulled the trigger, expecting nothingness to follow, he found himself in a strange space along with a new feeling... The one of hate. "I hate the world so much that I want to destroy it." "I hate myself so much that I want to destroy myself." "I hate the unknown so much that I want to know everything." "I hate the unknowable so much that I want to comprehend everything." "I hate the unforgivable so much that I want to forgive everything."

In a modern world where mythology is nothing more than legend, Nolan, a lonely young man, begins to have visions of a distant time. Soon, he discovers that he is the reincarnation of Hades, the god of the Underworld. As he struggles to understand the origins of his powers, he encounters other reincarnations of ancient gods, each with supernatural memories and talents. When an ancient force threatens to disrupt the balance between the worlds of the living and the dead, Nolan must embrace his divine heritage to prevent a catastrophe. But in embracing his past, he risks losing his humanity. In this quest where enemies and allies become one, Nolan must choose: become a god again or save humanity.

Be it looks, luck, grades or money, Owen's always been bottom of the barrel. Despite this he acts with a good heart and selflessness. One day his good actions are rewarded by a homeless man who gives him a mysterious coin that changes his life after a single flip. [Updates every Thursday]

set in the same world as "Nevermore Zero" is now in a distant time, over 2000 years has passed after the events. Alexandra is on a quest to find out the truth of the death of her parents while she us guided by the one she hates the most.

Felix Maxwell was destined to be a loser, born on one of the weakest races and on the least favorable of situations, he was forced to face adversity head-on as he traveled across the vast universe where dangers laid in every corner, one day traveling in hopes of riches he stumbled upon a ruin where a supreme being laid imprisoned, in a stroke of bad luck the being laid its eyes on him and tried to take over his body, forcing itself upon him. But fate hadn't given up on him! He woke up in his younger body, 20 years in the past with the fallen being trapped in his soul. In his past life he had been a loser, giving up on things mid-way and never striving for greatness, he was a side character who made the strong shine even brighter, but not on this life. He swore to himself he would strive for glory, he would take advantage of his knowledge and emerge as a supreme being! ...... Novel Discord: https://discord.gg/FTfXXYHnFT This is my Patreon, everyone is welcomed to drop by! https://www.patreon.com/MidGard_Author

AFTER HIS HORRIBLE DEATH , HE WAS TRASPORTED TO THE HELL OF THE FALLEN ANGEL'S. AFTER YEAR'S OF PAIN AND SUFFERING HE LEAVE'S AND START THE WAR WITH THE GOD'S , DESTROYING EVERYTHING THAT STAY'S IN HIS WAY OF BECOMING THE PERFECT BEING .THE ONLY GOD

Heaven is indifferent. God is indifferent to the suffering of people, just as the Player is indifferent to the fate of useless NPCs. Each Player becomes a God when he decides the fate of the entire world and its inhabitants. What if the Player himself becomes the character he previously controlled, and finds himself locked in a world he considered just a game?

In a world where trust is deadly, one woman’s twisted game blurs the line between justice and madness.Detective Karon Harry is a rising star in the police force, known for her keen intuition and unwavering dedication. But beneath her polished exterior lies a chilling secret: she is a calculating serial killer, targeting those she deems unworthy and relishing every moment of her deadly thrill. Just 22 years old, Karon justifies her actions with a twisted logic that her victims would have met their end eventually. Officer Jade Humphrey, Karon's partner and confidant, has always admired her. As a series of mysterious disappearances unfolds, his instincts scream that something is amiss. When his suspicions begin to point toward Karon, he finds himself ensnared in a deadly game where loyalty becomes a weapon and trust is a luxury he can no longer afford. As Jade races against time to uncover the truth, Karon tightens her grip, playing a dangerous game of cat and mouse. With her calculating mind and a penchant for torture, she revels in the power she holds over him.Will Jade expose the monster in his midst before he becomes her next victim? Or will Karon’s insatiable thirst for control lead them both to a horrifying end? In Shadows play, morality is a fading memory, and survival is the ultimate prize

Update Schedule: Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday on WN, SH, MSB, and RR. As for the Patrons, almost Daily updates with guaranteed 25 new Chapters each month. Discord: https://discord.gg/t2gPEt3 Synopsis: Keith, a vieux riche, spoiled and cherished, heir to the Demiliore Consortium, lives his life at large. Power, Wealth, Fame; He has it all. But is it all just a dream? With a set of memories, the knowledge of the future, in a play orchestrated by Destiny, knowing well that he is born to be a Villain, will he prevail? Or is he going to fall at the hands of the Child of Destiny just like he did in the nightmare that haunts him? Author's Note: Yes, the story is heavily influenced by Urban-Fantasy Chinese Novels. Don't read if you have a problem with those types of plots. 'Cliche' plot elements are bound to appear, so if you easily get triggered by such things, keep away. And I would advise you to not even start the story if you are an ardent believer of 'Good shall prevail over the Evil'. Keep away! MC here is a Villain! But yes, he is not someone deprived of emotions, even though he is a Scum. So, do not expect an outright Evil MC either. I don't write Netorare. Don't worry about it! Warnings: > Incest > Dark Elements > Sexual Content > Traumatising Content > Gore > Manipulative MC > Sexual Abuse > Parallel World (Almost a New World) > Fantasy Elements (Full-fledged Fantasy later) > System > Slavery

Hanjun, who used to live alone, wakes up in a strange, old church in a different world called Eorera. In this world, there are two gods: the God of Light and the God of Darkness. A thousand years ago, the God of Darkness created demons and attacked humans. The God of Light was nowhere to be found, and people believed they were abandoned. Hanjun finds himself mistaken for being the God of Light by an old priest who was praying for help against the demons. Even though Hanjun is not actually a god, he ends up in a divine body on a stone throne, realizing he has lost most of his powers. He decides to help the humans by recruiting players from Earth through a game he creates called "God's Games Online." He sends out gaming equipment for free to a few selected players, who will enter the game to help protect Ulon Town from the approaching demons. Hanjun also creates a game system and an NPC guide, using the old priest named Barry to lead the players. Hanjun hides his true identity As "Holy Son" and starts preparing to gather faith and regain his power to protect the people of Eorera. Note: 1. Slow-paced story. 2. There is no female lead in this book.

In a world consumed by the rat race, Haruto Oshima stood out as a bright student who despised the rat race everyone seemed trapped in. His dream? A life filled with success, excitement, and lots of wealth alongside his middle school girlfriend, Kanna. Haruto devoted himself intensely to his study, Achieving brilliant success in every exam, and took decisive steps toward achieving the life he aimed for. However, everything changed when Haruto's girlfriend Kanna broke up with him during their last year of middle school, leaving him deeply affected. Just as he was suffering from overwhelming sorrow, the world got hit with a virus known as Covid-19! After years of struggle, the world finally recovered from the pandemic, and people resumed their normal lives. However things didn't remain the same for Haruto Oshima, his educational path was suddenly brought to standstill, costing him five years of his educational life. Haruto’s lack of education forced him to do an ordinary job at a mall as a counter boy forcing him to live a life he always hated, plunging him into boredom and eventually into depression. Things keep getting worse for Haruto as his hatred for his own life started increasing day by day, eventually a tragic event hit his life forcing him to join a game named “Smiley Face Game” where players compete against each other in hope of winning millions of dollars. Unaware of the fact that this seemingly innocent game would turn into a “Human Massacre Game!”

The only thing that I want from you that to be my puppet and playing role for me.

Lin Xiao traversed to an ultra-fantasy ultra-sci-fi era. Beginning from a Divine Life, he established his Divine Realm, governed his Spawns, ignited his Divine Flame, cohered his Godhead, invaded the Outer Realm, and seized Godheads. With the Cheating Cube that came with his crossing, Lin Xiao conquered countless planes and Crystal Shells, seized Godheads, and at last, became the almighty God among Gods!

It had started simple. He woke up, met god and died alone. Death isn't the end, it was just another party. It's a strange land, but it will be his kingdom. Or he could just die again, that's always an option, until it isn't.

Sebastian and Rezel are two teenagers with no problem who both study at the same history university. Both passionate about military history, these two friends complement each other although they disagree on certain points. However Rezel finds his daily life boring to the point of wishing to want to reincarnate in a world at war where he can experience what the ideal life is according to his fantasm. Things that Ares the god of war will grant by making him die before bringing him back to the Duchy of Elysion with only one goal. Create the biggest mayhem this world had never seen and make the war that not end wars. To counter him Athena decide to use his best friend Seb as an assassin and sent him to the same world with only one goal, Kill Ares Champion and prevent the world to fall underchaos. Seb accept gladly since he too want a little more action in his life. But Both of them doesn't even know each other involvment in this game between gods.

Yu Jung-ak, the wrestling prodigy of middle school, Emerges from four grueling years of mountain training with his father, His body honed to perfection, an ultimate fighting machine! But wait—what's this shocking news? "Wrestling struck from the Olympic roster?" As Yu Jung-ak's raw talent and chiseled physique ignite, The combat world trembles, anticipating the rise of a new fighting deity!