The Player Of Games A Culture

The cosmic player, trapped inside a colossal alien spaceship for 10,000 years, clung to the hope of one day returning to Earth... Fantasy and Adventure start later in the story at 50+

Players follows five ambitious young Indians from diverse backgrounds as they navigate Mumbai's dangerous underworld. Aryan "Ace" Sharma, Priyanka "Priya" Patel, Rohan "Rocky" Kumar, Sana "Shadow" Mirza, Aditya "A.D." Dhawan, and Karan "King" Kapoor form an unconventional gang, rising to power through a mix of strategy, force, and cunning. As they fight for control in a city filled with rivalries and corruption, they uncover a shocking truth: their success has been orchestrated by a corrupt government official. Forced to choose between serving him or forging their own path, their loyalty and ambitions are tested.

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. Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/yRbtBYsf Reddit Community: r/DMadLord/

Eighteen-year-old Eli Steele wakes up to a reality that feels anything but real. He’s mysteriously trapped inside a hyper-realistic simulation, where everything—from the breathtaking landscapes to the eerily awkward NPCs—feels unsettlingly alive. with no memory of who he is or how he got here and no clear way out, Eli is forced to complete a series of cryptic missions, each more challenging and bizarre than the last. As he delves deeper into the simulation’s layers, Eli begins to notice unsettling details: the NPCs seem to have emotions, the world reacts to his every move, and the game’s system appears to be watching him. But why him? And what happens if he fails? With time running out and the lines between the simulation and his identity beginning to blur, Eli must navigate this uncanny digital world, uncover its secrets, and find a way back—before the game consumes him entirely. The Codex is a thrilling exploration of identity, survival, and the unexpected humanity that can be found in the most artificial of worlds.

"Fake it till you make it" It was a phrase that became Leo's only hope for survival as he was forced to play the role of the biggest big boss when he was nothing more than a small fish. Set in a world where Earth is riddled with natural disasters and humans must migrate to new planets onboard massive arc ships, this novel follows the journey of the Skyshard brothers Luke and Leo as they fight against their fate and rise to the top from the lowest of lows. --------------- A/N - This novel will explore the concept of misunderstandings and a MC whose real strength is over exaggerated through a rigged system. It will be a humorous blend of concepts such as Sci-Fi, Fantasy, MMORPG and Slice Of Life into one novel. If you are tired of conventional novels and are looking for something new, This book will definitely satisfy your itch, so please give it a try! Discord - https://discord.com/invite/PPhnY3ZAqH

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!”

Lee Hyunwook, the steel emperor, was the last savior of mankind, but died. In order to change the future, the place he regressed to was... The military?!! "Why here of all places?!" The start of Corporal Lee Hyunwook, who gets stronger in a special way, by doing a steel mukbang!

Young people aged 15 to 25 around the world are forced into a deadly game that unfolds over twenty rounds. The protagonist, equipped with the rare ability to regress, begins his 100th challenge. After surviving the game 99 times before, he possesses a significant power advantage over the others. As he learns that the final round demands at least five participants, he carefully assembles a group to avoid repeating past mistakes.

Mysterious portals began appearing all over the world, like giant black holes, ominous and foreboding, yet completely inert. No one knew what to do or how to react. Despite the confusion and curiosity, life went on as usual for years. But one day, an announcement changed everything. Pran was just a regular guy, but after being awakened and becoming a “Player” his life changed. He got everything he wanted. Or so he thought... At the moment of his death, he was overcome with regret, he wished he could do things differently. Suddenly, everything went dark. But then, he felt someone shake him up. Pran initially thought it was all a hallucination or his life flashing before his eyes. But soon, he realized that he had been given a second chance. He had reincarnated back to the day of his awakening. “This time it won’t be the same. This time I’ll do things differently and won't make the same mistakes. And anyone who tries to get in my way will have to suffer my wrath.” Join Pran on his thrilling journey as he ascends the Tower of Trials, a treacherous path filled with deadly challenges and unimaginable rewards. With each trial, he grows stronger and more determined to succeed. Nothing will stand in his way as he seeks to fulfil all his ambitions and reach the apex. [PS: This is my first time writing a novel, so don't get your hopes high. If you have some patience, you can read it and enjoy it. if not then this is not for you.] ------------------------------------------------------------------- ⇒ Currently on Hold ⇐ ------------------------------------------------------------------- If you like my work you can support me and consider joining my community! https://linktr.ee/RogueKat -------------------------------------------------------------------

[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?

[Excerpt] ‘Ding’ [You dreamed slaying a dragon.] [Congratulations to obtain a legendary dragon slayer skill card!] “I used to hate nightmares, until that day when those nightmares became my power.” What’s more terrifying? Being the one who could see the future but couldn’t do anything to change the outcome, or the one who was in the future and couldn’t do anything to change it? Oscar experienced both. Now reborn into the body of the world’s protagonist, the weight of this future falls on his shoulders. For the survival of the universe, for his own survival, he must become strong. So strong, he could change the future. “My dreams… they are becoming my cards.” What to expect: • Male MC (Main Character) • Overpowered protagonist • Badass protagonist • Deck building with a unique twist and infinite possibilities • A super righteous MC, whose morality can be interpreted in different ways depending on the perspective • A video game setting, with the MC initially being an NPC character, though the game will merge with the real world at some point • Character-driven story with a focus on character building, so expect plenty of slice-of-life moments sprinkled throughout the story.

Atkinson, the reclusive CEO of the AGP (Atkinson Gaming Productions), had lost faith in humanity due to its selfishness and malice. However, his life took a drastic turn when he was transported into Aetherium, his own virtual reality creation, alongside a quarter of Earth's population. To escape this digital realm, Atkinson must utilize his intimate knowledge of the game's mechanics to defeat Aiden, the divine son of the Monarch of Gods. As he navigates treacherous landscapes and forges uneasy alliances, Atkinson faces daunting challenges that test his resolve, including betrayal, self-discovery, trust, and friendship. Forced to confront the demons of his own making, Atkinson's journey becomes a struggle to find humanity in a world driven by self-interest. Will his mastery of Aetherium secure his escape, or will the very world he designed trap him forever?

“Why did you run away from me?” Avery’s breath caught in her throat. That voice—it was familiar. She looked up, her heart pounding, her eyes narrowing as her mind pieced it together. With shaking hands, she reached up and pulled the mask from his face. Prince Adrian’s sharp features were illuminated in the soft glow of the moonlight. His expression was unreadable, but his intense gaze bore into her, searching for answers. Avery gasped, taking a step back. “Prince Adrian…” she stammered. “I—” “You ran,” he interrupted softly, his voice calm but filled with an undercurrent of emotion she hadn’t expected. “You rejected me and fled. Why?” Avery looked into his eyes, her mind racing. The prince, the very same character she had written to be cold, calculating, and utterly uninterested in Celeste, was now standing before her, asking why she had run away from him. Her thoughts were in chaos. None of this made sense. How could he feel this way about her? Celeste was never meant to be his choice. It was supposed to be Evelisse. *** After the successful debut of her bestselling book, Avery Clarke faced a tragic death that transmigrated her into one of the characters of her book. Was she the protagonist or the heroine of the novel? Hell, no. Avery was none other than the villainess, Lady Celeste Duvernay. However, there’s a twist. Prince Adrian, who was supposed to marry the love of his life, Evelisse while Celeste suffered them, broke off his engagement with Evelisse and announced his proposal to marry Celeste instead.  Avery didn’t want to accept that fate but she had no choice, the game of royalty was so strong to escape. With a new resolution, Avery made her own choice… she would marry prince Adrian but what was her goal… to make him hate her like he did in the book and reconcile with his betrothed love, Evelisse.

In a world where human demihumans,elf,minotaur and all sorts of living being coexist among one another, Unfortunately,Greed, wickedness and sin consumed their minds which causes war and different creatures to turn against each other.Our Main character korin was destined from the Gods to balance and stop suffering in all races,the Gods decided to create a battle royale to see which creatures is best in strengths, tactics,courage and craftsmanship. The Demon however, wants it rough.the demon will like to destroy all realm and take the title to themselves the "Throne of Gods". However,the Main character will not allow This!.this journey to having the throne will bring the attributes of leadership, consequences of an action losses and winning will our main character be able to get to the throne of Gods and restore balnce in all realm?. Read all the chapters of the novel and find out Full release of all the chapters:1st of January 2025.

A man who has chosen a different, slower path. Most active players who haven't given up on completing the game go to higher floors soon after they get unlocked, if not immediately. However, the main character realizes that there must be a reason each world is so large and detailed. There must be a reward for exploring a world, even if it has been cleared after defeating the main boss monster. And so, he decides to stay and do what he has always loved to do in video games, explore and discover. To embark on an epic adventure. Or maybe he was simply scared in the early stages of the game. This is a deadly game after all, one in which millions are trapped.

Onkai awakens cluelessly in a world unbeknownst to him, where he is immediately handed the task to help the King after being granted an ability to aid him on his journey. However, Onkai doesn't feel so obedient and decides to go berserk in the village he has spawned into, massacring it's people for nothing more than his own sadistic pleasures and a mysterious, deeply embedded anger. News of a "Mad Player" spreads quickly throughout the Kingdom of Highmaria, prompting the King's guards to pursue him and forcing Onkai on the run. As Onkai learns more about this world, fragments of his forgotten past begin to surface, eventually leading him to believe that his origins may contribute to the rise of Highmaria's greatest enemy, forcing him down a deadly path to find out more.

Aditya Surya, siswa SMA kelas 11 yang dikenal sebagai maniak game, tak pernah menyangka bahwa hobinya akan mengubah hidupnya selamanya. Saat dunia dikuasai oleh hype Rogue Like And Darkness, sebuah game RPG terbaru dengan dunia gelap penuh tantangan, Aditya memutuskan mencobanya. Dengan antusias, ia menjelajahi game itu hingga larut malam, mempelajari sistem, karakter, dan rahasia permainan yang baru saja ia mulai. Namun, pagi berikutnya membawa kejutan yang mengerikan kos-kosannya hancur lebur. Dunia luar yang ia kenal telah berubah menjadi dunia dari game yang ia mainkan! Ras-ras misterius, monster buas, dan makhluk asing kini berkeliaran di sekitarnya, seakan permainan itu menjadi kenyataan. Dengan hanya pengalaman satu malam bermain, Aditya harus memanfaatkan semua yang ia tahu dari game tersebut untuk bertahan hidup di dunia baru yang penuh bahaya. Mampukah Aditya mengatasi dunia penuh kekacauan ini? Ataukah ia akan menjadi korban dari permainan yang kini menjadi realita? Di dunia yang menuntut strategi, keberanian, dan keahlian, ia harus menjawab pertanyaan: Apakah ia hanya seorang pemain, atau takdirnya lebih besar dari itu?

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.

Jin Aneced is a victim of bullying when he still in middle school, he was always bullied by his classmates named Kyle Vermin. Kyle Vermin and his friends are all rich, handsome and popular, that's the reason they bullied Jin but one day, Kyle crossed the line by throwing Jin to a cliff. on the verge of death, something appeared Infront of Jin, a "SYSTEM"!? using this, Jin uses this to get his revenge and have an amazing adventure to a world and found new species, dungeons, artifact and discovee that some things that they teach in school is not actually true, is he gonna be able to discover everything? when another guy found him and become a best friend, will be able to have an amazing adventure and discover everything?

After a betrayal of his last party, Ameanum lost everything he had in the VRMMORPG game Tower Of Enerias and was led to waking up as one of its NPC. Now he is working his way back to get what was his and more, but on the way, he finds things he didn't have before. A real Family. Discord Server: https://discord.gg/5aPjRYx5hK

Ken is a smart runaway with a dark past, who after a near death experience finds himself waking up in another world. Chosen by Lilith-a mischievous spirit-he's thrown into "New Oasis", a world of high risks where 10,000 players duke it out for a single, ultimate wish. In a land teeming with bustling cities, treacherous mountains, and unyielding foes, Ken has but 5,000 coins, his wits, and the unreliable guidance of Lilith. The goal is to obtain eight legendary gems via twisted games and players who are far more cunning, Beyond that wish, Ken carries the weight of his crimes, unsure what began it all. With redemption, revenge, and freedom hanging in the balance, Ken risks everything in the New Oasis, where only the strongest-or smartest-will survive.

[Diunggah hari Jumat, tidak selalu] Tring! Sesuatu muncul tepat dihadapanku. Rasa tegang seketika menyelimuti tubuhku. Jantungku berdetak sangat kencang. Itu adalah layar biru muda sistem dari sebuah game! [ Apakah anda ingin mengikuti sebuah permainan? ] Ya | Tidak Apa itu? Tidak, apakah itu mungkin? Apa yang akan terjadi jika aku memilih opsi 'ya'? Aku meraih opsi 'ya,' mencoba menekannya. Secara tiba-tiba, pandanganku menjadi buram. "Itu ... hanya mimpi?" Kualihkan pandanganku melihat sekitar, tidak ada yang aneh. Juga tidak ada yang berubah. Aku langsung menghela napas lega. Tapi, apakah itu benar-benar hanya 'mimpi'? Ataukah itu nyata? Bagaimana jika aku tiba-tiba berada di dunia lain tak lama setelah menekan opsi 'ya'? Apa yang akan terjadi? Dan mengapa aku menekan opsi 'ya'? Beberapa hari kemudian, sebuah layar biru muncul lagi di hadapanku. Tetapi ini berbeda ... Kamu penasaran kelanjutannya? Bacalah sekarang juga! Jangan lupa tambahkan ke perpustakaan!

Max, an ordinary student, found his world upended when powerful, chaotic, God-like beings descended upon Earth, bestowing grand and bizarre abilities upon humans while compelling them to participate in their perverse games.

As a gamer Asuka Ito has played many video and VR games. Though his favorite ones, and the ones with his account name at the top of the leader board are survival games. One day he gets invited to participate in a reality TV show known as The Zombie Games. Thinking it would be just another survival game he had played; he accepted the invitation and was transported to an island in the middle of nowhere. There he saw other participants just like himself. When the last participant arrived a voice then began. "In the world of The Zombie Games, zombies are real and they're dangerous. Your goal...Survive. Be the first to get to the other side of the island, and you will be given 50,000,000 dollars. This game is the survival of fittest. Good Luck!!" A battle to the death against the undead. With millions of dollars on the line, these teens will have to use all their cunning, strength, and luck to survive. LET THE GAMES BEGIN!!

Junhwo woke up inside his favorite game as an extra. Not knowing what to do Junhwo decided to do anything in order to survive.

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

In the deadly Lower City, 16-year-old Sirc dreams of making Andropolis, the utopia above the clouds, bow before him. Teaming up with a mysterious rebel leader, Sirc enters the deadly Andropolis Games, battling monsters to survive. As he fights, Sirc uncovers a horrifying secret about Andropolis, forcing him to choose between vengeance and justice. In a world where survival is a game and power is a weapon, Sirc must rise above the lies, the bloodshed, and the betrayal. To become more than just another pawn in Andropolis’ twisted game, he must embrace his destiny as Player 001. Will he claim the throne he’s always desired—or destroy it forever?

James, a brilliant scientist obsessed with the mysteries of the universe, dedicates his life to unraveling the secrets of energy manipulation. After a century of tireless research, his dreams seem to fade, leaving him disillusioned and lost. He finds solace in the world of video games, immersing himself in their intricate mechanics and the boundless possibilities of virtual worlds. This unexpected detour rekindles his passion, leading him to a profound realization: the magic he sought might be closer than he imagined. Driven by this newfound conviction, James embarks on a daring space exploration, venturing far beyond the reach of civilization. His journey takes a terrifying turn when he encounters a bizarre alien creature, a being that defies the laws of physics. The creature's presence unleashes chaos, destroying his ship and forcing him into a desperate escape pod. He finds himself hurtling toward a white hole, a cosmic singularity that promises oblivion. As he faces his inevitable demise, a wave of memories floods his mind, memories not his own. He is now a god, a deity of entertainment and gambling, a being of immense power, albeit a minor one. He has been plucked from the void, a remnant of a forgotten god, his essence fused with James's soul. Now, stranded in a strange new world, James must grapple with his newfound divinity. He is a god of games, a master of illusion and creation, but he is also a mortal man, burdened with the weight of his past and the uncertainty of his future. He must navigate the treacherous landscape of this new universe, where gods clash, mortals struggle, and the lines between reality and fantasy blur. His journey will be a testament to the transformative power of dreams, the enduring allure of magic, and the unexpected paths that life can take.

Murata Kyousuke, a 2nd-year high school student who lived an ordinary high school life until that one day when the staff of his school had suddenly disappeared right before the first period of the school. And after some time, the students get to know that their school had been hijacked by an unknown organization and, were forced to play games in order to survive.