LitRPG Reads: RPG + DnD + Books = LitRPG

ChatGPT Meets D&D: A Guide to Enhancing Your Campaigns with AI

In the ever-evolving world of Dungeons & Dragons, creativity and innovation are at the heart of every thrilling campaign. Dungeon Masters and players alike are always on the lookout for new tools and techniques to enhance their storytelling and gameplay. Enter the …

Getting the Most Out of Your RPGs

by Paul Bellow

Roleplaying video games are full of adventure, fun and down right excitement. There is literally no other hobby in the world in which you get to become a completely different character, explore an alternative universe and create your own destiny. RPGs are …

Permadeath and Procedural Generation: The Heart of Roguelike Games

by Paul Bellow

There’s a simple elegance to the world of roguelike games that thrills the hardcore gamer and hobbyist alike. The unpredictability, the constant struggle, and the immense satisfaction of triumphing against all odds – this is the essence of the roguelike genre. Two …

Beyond Chests: 12 Surprising Forms Taken by Mimics

by Paul Bellow

In the endless labyrinth of the world’s dungeons, adventurers are always on the lookout for their next haul of treasure. From glistening gems to ancient artifacts, these underground vaults hold a wealth of rewards for those brave enough to venture within. But …

Exploring Strategy in Turn-Based Roguelike Games

by Paul Bellow

In the rapidly evolving landscape of video games, certain genres manage to retain their charm and appeal, persistently attracting new generations of gamers. One such genre is the traditional, turn-based roguelike game. With its unique combination of strategy, chance, and high stakes, …

How a DND Backstory Generator Can Inspire Creativity

by Paul Bellow

The art of character creation is a dance between imagination and rules, where vibrant personas spring from the mind’s theatre to find a home within the framework of tabletop RPG systems. In the realm of Dungeons & Dragons, this creative process takes …

Roguelike Renaissance: Why are Roguelikes so Popular Again?

by Paul Bellow

Why are roguelikes so popular again? Great question, gamer. The revival of interest in roguelike games is more than a nostalgic nod to gaming’s past. It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of a genre that fosters exploration, strategy, and the thrill …

The 12 Best TTRPG Gifts for Tabletop RPG Gamers

by Paul Bellow

TTRPG gifts for all the naughty and nice on your tabletop RPG friends list! The tabletop RPG landscape is vast and varied, offering endless hours of adventure, camaraderie, and imaginative fun. Whether you’re delving into treacherous dungeons or navigating intrigue-filled courts, every …

What is LitRPG Reads?

Simply put, LitRPG stories take place in a game (or gamelike) world with rpg-style progression. Basically, an RPG in narrative format. RPG + Books = LitRPG! The term LitRPG was originally coined by three Russian authors back around 2010. I cover a lot of Dungeons & Dragons and Tabletop RPG content here too!

About LitRPG Reads

Paul Bellow is a LitRPG author, decades-long gamer, RPG game developer, and publisher of several online communities. In other words, an old school webmaster.

He also developed and runs LitRPG Adventures, a set of advanced RPG generators powered by GPT-3 AI. Here at LitRPG Reads, he publishes articles about LitRPG books, tabletop RPG books, and all sorts of DND content that's free to use in your personal tabletop campaign - i.e. non-commercial use.

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