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New LitRPG & Progression Fantasy Releases Worth Reading Right Now

Our editorial roundup of notable new LitRPG, dungeon core, and GameLit releases — from dungeon divers to cultivation academies and cozy classics getting new attention.

July 3, 2026

book report

Divine Invasion Review: The LitRPG Series That Takes Portal Fantasy Seriously

Divine Invasion by Aaron Renfroe is a methodical, character-driven LitRPG debut. Full review of The Resonance Cycle Book 1 — world-building, progression, and more.

July 1, 2026

author spotlight

Sean Oswald: Author Spotlight on the Co-Creator of Apocalypse BREAKER

Sean Oswald brings high-octane LitRPG apocalypse fiction to life in collaboration with Aaron Renfroe. Here's what makes his work stand out and where new readers should start.

July 1, 2026

genre explainer

What Is Slice of Life Fantasy? The Sub-Genre Explained

Slice of life fantasy is one of LitRPG's fastest-growing sub-genres. Here's what defines it, why readers love it, and the best gateway books to start with.

June 29, 2026

platform feature

LitRPGTools Community Book Database: The Genre's Most Complete Reading Resource

The LitRPGTools.com community book database is the largest reader-driven catalog for LitRPG, progression fantasy, and dungeon core fiction. Here's why it belongs in every genre reader's toolkit.

June 26, 2026

book report

The Eldritch Artisan Review: Aaron Renfroe's Father of Constructs Delivers the Best Crafting LitRPG of the Year

The Eldritch Artisan (Father of Constructs Book 3) reviewed: Aaron Renfroe's crafting LitRPG hits peak form with base-building, constructs, and eldritch depth.

June 24, 2026