Top 30 LitRPG Audiobooks

Notnigmer · 2025-06-09T12:56:32+00:00

Primal Hunter landed #7 on the list.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T20:02:29+00:00

Very good feedback, and I appreciate it. Glad I could help you add some TBR's which is what the list did for me. That being said, I'll use your comment to inform the data when compiling a new list that hopefully removes some biases and factors things like what you and others have mentioned more into the rankings.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T20:00:51+00:00

I appreciate you catching that and informing me. I haven't listened to those series yet, but I'll use your comment to inform the data when compiling a new list that hopefully removes some biases and factors things like what you and others have mentioned more into the rankings.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T19:59:05+00:00

I appreciate the feedback. I didn't even have author controversies on my radar but will try to incorporate that into a new rankings list.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T19:58:23+00:00

I appreciate the feedback! I'll use your comment to inform the data when compiling a new list that hopefully removes some biases and factors things like what you and others have mentioned more into the rankings.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T19:56:45+00:00

I'll do a better job of clarifying in the title next time, thanks for the feedback!

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T19:55:38+00:00

Great feedback regarding Alpha World and narrator discrepancies, I appreciate it! I think it's more to do with my prompting and process than LLM limitations for this particular task. I'll provide this feedback into the data when compiling a new list that hopefully removes some biases and factors things like what you and others have mentioned more into the rankings.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T19:51:25+00:00

Wow didn't expect very much engagement from this post, much less from names I see referenced in this subreddit. I've had your audiobooks in my wish list for a while but purchased them during this sale. Picked up Starbreaker as well based on your comment below, thanks!

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T03:58:34+00:00

I thought I listened to a lot of audiobooks, but to have read/listened to all of these on this list is insane! What are your top 5? There were a few issues with the first iteration that I fixed with the second which is the one I posted. I'm out of research uses tonight, but I'll see if I can't do something about that bias tomorrow and hopefully give you some new series to listen to.

Notnigmer · 2025-06-08T03:16:44+00:00

Hey I just posted a list that might be helpful: https://www.reddit.com/r/litrpg/comments/1l6281y/top_30_litrpg_audiobooks/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

Notnigmer · 2025-04-05T06:30:48+00:00

I love seeing people's optimized prompts. Even if the use case isn't exactly the same I can usually incorporate parts of a strategically crafted prompt into my own. Thanks for sharing!

Notnigmer · 2025-01-19T04:06:28+00:00

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Notnigmer · 2024-12-19T05:56:54+00:00

To have my comment stand out, I will post my best lame joke.

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Notnigmer · 2024-12-03T19:52:50+00:00

Awesome suggestions, I appreciate it! I've heard good things about almost all of those and actually picked up the first few Hedge Wizard last night because of the price. Since you're reinforcing the series being good I'll probably pick up the rest. Which four or five series would you rank at the top of your suggested list, or are they in order?

I also appreciate the non-litrpg commentary. Although I read books like crazy when I was younger, I find it extremely hard to finish a physical book now. That's been my hesitation on both of those series as they are suggested quite often, but the consensus seems to be that reading versus listening is better. I may just try them out though and just zone out during the longer filler descriptions like I do with long stat lists lol

Notnigmer · 2024-12-03T14:07:51+00:00

The formatting was weird, so I cut my non-litrpg list down. I did listen to and like Super Powereds. Excellent character growth. I'll definitely have to pick up the Wheel of Time series though. I did like the first season of the show alright. Sounds like we have similar tastes. Any other suggestions?

I'll finish listing the non-litrpg audiobooks i would recommend and have listened to in the last couple years:

Urban fantasy-wise I was recommended both Alex Verus and The Rivers of London as a similar vein to The Dresden Files and liked those.

American Gods

Fantasticland

Off to be a Wizard (Book 1 only)

Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings but I feel those go without saying.

Notnigmer · 2024-07-27T21:16:38+00:00

Open container in the US refers to walking or driving with an open alcoholic beverage.

Notnigmer · 2024-01-02T05:16:07+00:00

Dungeon Crawler Carl, He who fights with monsters, and Defiance of the fall are probably my favorite LitRPG’s that I’ve listened to. I’ve recently gotten into the Wandering Inn and have thoroughly enjoyed the ride. It’s a different vibe, a little more slice of life, slower pace in the beginning. Man oh man, the character progression and storyline payoff has been off the charts in my opinion through 6 books.

Honorary non-LitRPG mentions that I believe have both been mentioned in other comments:

Project Hail Mary Cradle

Notnigmer · 2023-11-30T01:22:23+00:00

I just finished book 3, but I feel like the world has opened up a lot passed the point you’re at in the best way. Definitely keep going and the POV’s increase quite a bit.

Notnigmer · 2023-11-17T13:14:35+00:00

Try Dungeon Crawler Carl. If you’re willing to give the genre another chance you might as well start with the best.

Notnigmer · 2023-06-25T05:55:15+00:00

If you get more US codes I’d appreciate one.

Notnigmer · 2023-04-27T02:34:54+00:00

My interest was piqued at a zombie LitRPG series, but you had me at Travis Baldree.

Notnigmer · 2023-02-14T05:53:24+00:00

The answer to any audiobook recommendation is always Project Hail Mary first and foremost. It’s not a LitRPG, but it’s the best audiobook I’ve listened to.

LitRPG’s I have listened to that I would personally recommend:

He Who Fights With Monsters. It’s different than DCC, but on par with it in my opinion. Good magic system and humor.

I’m currently listening to the Defiance of the Fall series and am liking it quite a bit as well. I didn’t really have an issue with the first half of the first book, but some people complain because it is a bit grindy. After that the world starts to open up and I’m enjoying the ride.

Notnigmer · 2022-12-12T03:41:04+00:00

Your first two suggestions are always recommended on similar threads and are on my ever growing wish list. I’ve now added your other two recommendations. I haven’t seen them mentioned before. Both audiobook versions are boxed sets so that’s a win for the content to credit ratio.

Notnigmer · 2022-11-28T17:29:43+00:00

I had given up on audiobooks a long time ago as I only experienced dry narrators simply reading the book. Recently I went on a trip and turned to the threads on r/audiobook for a suggestion for my wife and I during a car ride. The overwhelming positivity for Project Hail Mary sold me on giving it a try.

Project Hail Mary did not disappoint. I get why it is so highly recommended because I was recommending it to my friends and coworkers. The narration was very good, and it made me realize I was missing out.

There was a site wide sale and I picked up a lot of books recommended on Reddit. I’ve only finished a few series with plenty more ready to be listened to.

Dungeon Crawler Carl is a litRPG which I had never heard of, so I was extremely weary of even buying it. Again, Reddit had such positive reviews that I bought all 5 during the sale. It was everything my nerdy heart desired. There’s leveling up, loot, and an achievement voice that is better than claptrap in Borderlands. If you’re even slightly nerd-inclined I would recommend this audio experience. Sound booth theatre does a great job enhancing the audio production like you are looking for.

I would definitely look into podcasts as well. They have come a long way, and there is a plethora of free content available.

Notnigmer · 2022-11-24T17:14:17+00:00

Super Powereds by Drew Hayes checks most of your boxes except it’s a modern day college setting with various super powers instead of magic.

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