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Rickshaw Riot: A LitRPG Adventure Series
Trapped in a video game with no escape…
…now running is his only option.
Video game mogul Erik Shaw is minutes away from becoming a billionaire. Once he launches his immersive digital playground, the AllVerse, countless gamers will dive headfirst into a world that combines every video game ever created. Then Erik will cash in on their subscription fees, and he’ll never have to play another video game again.
But when Erik initiates the launch, a system-wide glitch traps him in the AllVerse with over a billion gamers and the rogue AI now controlling the world. It’s the last place Erik wants to be, and he wants nothing more than to escape back to the real world where he’s on top.
With no way out and all the “good” games and classes already claimed, Erik gets stuck with the AllVerse’s an old rickshaw and a mouthy space octopus companion—not a great combo against classic racing games, legendary first-person shooters, and brutal combat simulators.
Can Erik level-up fast enough to keep from getting left behind? Can he find a way to escape the AllVerse once and for all and get back to the real world? Or will the system AI succeed in keeping him there—along with a billion other gamers—forever?
Rickshaw Riot is the first book in the rip-roaring Rickshaw Riot LitRPG series co-written by Ben Wolf and Luke Messa. It’s perfect for fans of Dungeon Crawler Carl, Discount Dan, and He Who Fights with Monsters. Get it now.
…now running is his only option.
Video game mogul Erik Shaw is minutes away from becoming a billionaire. Once he launches his immersive digital playground, the AllVerse, countless gamers will dive headfirst into a world that combines every video game ever created. Then Erik will cash in on their subscription fees, and he’ll never have to play another video game again.
But when Erik initiates the launch, a system-wide glitch traps him in the AllVerse with over a billion gamers and the rogue AI now controlling the world. It’s the last place Erik wants to be, and he wants nothing more than to escape back to the real world where he’s on top.
With no way out and all the “good” games and classes already claimed, Erik gets stuck with the AllVerse’s an old rickshaw and a mouthy space octopus companion—not a great combo against classic racing games, legendary first-person shooters, and brutal combat simulators.
Can Erik level-up fast enough to keep from getting left behind? Can he find a way to escape the AllVerse once and for all and get back to the real world? Or will the system AI succeed in keeping him there—along with a billion other gamers—forever?
Rickshaw Riot is the first book in the rip-roaring Rickshaw Riot LitRPG series co-written by Ben Wolf and Luke Messa. It’s perfect for fans of Dungeon Crawler Carl, Discount Dan, and He Who Fights with Monsters. Get it now.
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406 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 7, 2026
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July 21, 2026Having your MC be unlikeable or a douchebag is always a risk. I think there needs to be a balance - the bigger the asshole, the quicker we need a turnabout. The less of an asshole, the longer we can take with the growth.
Unfortunately for this book, the MC is aggressively unlikeable from page one, and it wasn't any better a third of the way in. Want your character to objectify every woman? Want your character to call someone a "simp" unironically? This is the book for you.
I assume he turns it around, but you're not going to see me finding out.
Doesn't help that the companion is also annoying and unlikeable.
The system is random, as is the story. It's full of quirky pop culture references, if that's something you enjoy.
P.s. the Brando(n) thing wasn't funny. Not once. We have to deal with it every time his name comes up.
Unfortunately for this book, the MC is aggressively unlikeable from page one, and it wasn't any better a third of the way in. Want your character to objectify every woman? Want your character to call someone a "simp" unironically? This is the book for you.
I assume he turns it around, but you're not going to see me finding out.
Doesn't help that the companion is also annoying and unlikeable.
The system is random, as is the story. It's full of quirky pop culture references, if that's something you enjoy.
P.s. the Brando(n) thing wasn't funny. Not once. We have to deal with it every time his name comes up.
July 16, 2026
RICKSHAW ERIC SHAW!! Running away from problems...but professionally 🐙
I wanted to give this a go because I love how unpredictable and chaotic Ben Wolf's books are...and i was not at all disappointed!! I highly recommend
What an absolute ride! I did the audiobook for this one and I loved every second. It is fast paced, you rarely get a pause, the hilarity is non-stop and the amount of nods to other authors and book series and games is impressive! I'm keen to listen again to pick up on any I missed.
Erik Shaw is running through allverse with a rickshaw behind him, a Karjoc called Silas on his shoulder and a frosty employee Sync riding in the back. They are racing against a rogue AI to find a way home with the Godfeathers hot on their tails - a Mafia of birds hellbent on assassinating them gangster style.
At first the MC Erik was making my eyes roll, but by the end of the book his cockiness and arrogance was almost endearing. He won me over! He's a typical gym dude, I can imagine his phone would be full of selfies in front of the gym mirrors 😂
I want Silas as a shouldermon. He has "hah! Hah! Hah! Hah! HEALING SLAP!" 'd his way into my heart and now lives there with Princess Donut and Mr Kindly.
The humour does not let up through the entire book and i giggled my way through the whole thing. I have so many quotes written down from moments I lost my breath from laughing. It did make me snort...more than once....
🐙 Silas is appalled!
🐙 absolute cluster cluck
🐙 Mother pheasant plucker
🐙 ( one godfeather goon to another) "Hey Paulie, want a cracker?"
🐙 (Erik) "I'm ranked amongst legendary heroes... like that Carl guy and his ex girlfriend's cat"
I wanted to give this a go because I love how unpredictable and chaotic Ben Wolf's books are...and i was not at all disappointed!! I highly recommend
What an absolute ride! I did the audiobook for this one and I loved every second. It is fast paced, you rarely get a pause, the hilarity is non-stop and the amount of nods to other authors and book series and games is impressive! I'm keen to listen again to pick up on any I missed.
Erik Shaw is running through allverse with a rickshaw behind him, a Karjoc called Silas on his shoulder and a frosty employee Sync riding in the back. They are racing against a rogue AI to find a way home with the Godfeathers hot on their tails - a Mafia of birds hellbent on assassinating them gangster style.
At first the MC Erik was making my eyes roll, but by the end of the book his cockiness and arrogance was almost endearing. He won me over! He's a typical gym dude, I can imagine his phone would be full of selfies in front of the gym mirrors 😂
I want Silas as a shouldermon. He has "hah! Hah! Hah! Hah! HEALING SLAP!" 'd his way into my heart and now lives there with Princess Donut and Mr Kindly.
The humour does not let up through the entire book and i giggled my way through the whole thing. I have so many quotes written down from moments I lost my breath from laughing. It did make me snort...more than once....
🐙 Silas is appalled!
🐙 absolute cluster cluck
🐙 Mother pheasant plucker
🐙 ( one godfeather goon to another) "Hey Paulie, want a cracker?"
🐙 (Erik) "I'm ranked amongst legendary heroes... like that Carl guy and his ex girlfriend's cat"
July 16, 2026
Absolute banger! Wonderful start of a series and highly reccomend this book to anyone looking for a lighthearted LitRPG. Filled with references and Easter eggs, this book is a seriously fun (rickshaw) ride!
August 11, 2026
This was SO FUN! A lot of nods to DCC (but I do wish the main character wasn’t stuck wearing boxers but I choose to see it as an homage). I can’t wait for the next book to come out in October!
July 7, 2026
Rickshaw Riot barrels forward with the kind of chaotic energy that feels both deliberate and delightfully unhinged, inviting the reader into a world where nothing behaves quite the way it should. From the opening chapters, the novel establishes itself as a playful, self‑aware entry in the LitRPG genre, one that refuses to take its own premise too seriously even as it builds a surprisingly engaging adventure.
At the center of the story is Erik Shaw, a man poised to become a billionaire thanks to the AllVerse, a sprawling digital universe he helped create. The irony, of course, is that Erik despises gaming. His contempt for the very culture that made him rich becomes the novel’s first running joke, and it sets the stage for the real twist: a catastrophic glitch traps him—and over a billion players—inside the AllVerse. Suddenly, the man who wanted nothing to do with games must navigate a world built entirely from them.
The AllVerse itself is one of the book’s greatest strengths. It’s a kaleidoscope of genres, aesthetics, and mechanics, stitched together in a way that feels intentionally messy. The result is a setting where a sci‑fi corridor can open into a medieval village, or a retro platformer hazard can appear in the middle of a gritty cyberpunk alley. The unpredictability keeps the story lively, and it gives the author room to play with tropes from across gaming history.
Erik’s character build—if it can even be called that—is another source of humor. Instead of a powerful class or a sleek weapon, he’s saddled with an old rickshaw and a sarcastic space octopus as his companion. The pairing is so absurd that it becomes endearing, and the octopus in particular steals scenes with its dry wit and unexpected competence. Watching Erik try to survive with tools that seem designed to humiliate him becomes one of the book’s ongoing pleasures.
The tone throughout is light on its feet. The novel leans into comedy without sacrificing momentum, and the pacing rarely drags. Action sequences are brisk and inventive, often hinging on Erik’s ability to think his way out of trouble rather than overpower it. There’s a sense that the author is having fun with the genre, poking at its conventions while still delivering the kind of escapist adventure fans expect.
That said, the book’s humor‑first approach may not resonate with readers who prefer a more stat‑heavy or mechanically rigorous LitRPG. The system elements are present, but they’re not the focus; the story cares more about personality than spreadsheets. Erik himself is intentionally flawed—arrogant, reluctant, and occasionally exasperating. Some readers will warm to him quickly, while others may need time to appreciate the arc beneath the bluster.
Still, Rickshaw Riot succeeds in carving out a distinctive identity in a crowded field. It’s imaginative, irreverent, and unafraid to be weird in the best possible way. The world is vibrant, the characters memorable, and the premise fresh enough to stand apart from more traditional power‑fantasy narratives. As the opening to a series, it lays promising groundwork for future installments, especially as Erik begins to grow into a protagonist worth rooting for.
Ben Wolf and Luke Messa truly delivered on this book. In the end, the novel delivers exactly what its title suggests: a riotous ride powered by a rickshaw, a reluctant hero, and a universe that refuses to behave. It’s a book that invites you to buckle up, suspend your expectations, and enjoy the chaos.
At the center of the story is Erik Shaw, a man poised to become a billionaire thanks to the AllVerse, a sprawling digital universe he helped create. The irony, of course, is that Erik despises gaming. His contempt for the very culture that made him rich becomes the novel’s first running joke, and it sets the stage for the real twist: a catastrophic glitch traps him—and over a billion players—inside the AllVerse. Suddenly, the man who wanted nothing to do with games must navigate a world built entirely from them.
The AllVerse itself is one of the book’s greatest strengths. It’s a kaleidoscope of genres, aesthetics, and mechanics, stitched together in a way that feels intentionally messy. The result is a setting where a sci‑fi corridor can open into a medieval village, or a retro platformer hazard can appear in the middle of a gritty cyberpunk alley. The unpredictability keeps the story lively, and it gives the author room to play with tropes from across gaming history.
Erik’s character build—if it can even be called that—is another source of humor. Instead of a powerful class or a sleek weapon, he’s saddled with an old rickshaw and a sarcastic space octopus as his companion. The pairing is so absurd that it becomes endearing, and the octopus in particular steals scenes with its dry wit and unexpected competence. Watching Erik try to survive with tools that seem designed to humiliate him becomes one of the book’s ongoing pleasures.
The tone throughout is light on its feet. The novel leans into comedy without sacrificing momentum, and the pacing rarely drags. Action sequences are brisk and inventive, often hinging on Erik’s ability to think his way out of trouble rather than overpower it. There’s a sense that the author is having fun with the genre, poking at its conventions while still delivering the kind of escapist adventure fans expect.
That said, the book’s humor‑first approach may not resonate with readers who prefer a more stat‑heavy or mechanically rigorous LitRPG. The system elements are present, but they’re not the focus; the story cares more about personality than spreadsheets. Erik himself is intentionally flawed—arrogant, reluctant, and occasionally exasperating. Some readers will warm to him quickly, while others may need time to appreciate the arc beneath the bluster.
Still, Rickshaw Riot succeeds in carving out a distinctive identity in a crowded field. It’s imaginative, irreverent, and unafraid to be weird in the best possible way. The world is vibrant, the characters memorable, and the premise fresh enough to stand apart from more traditional power‑fantasy narratives. As the opening to a series, it lays promising groundwork for future installments, especially as Erik begins to grow into a protagonist worth rooting for.
Ben Wolf and Luke Messa truly delivered on this book. In the end, the novel delivers exactly what its title suggests: a riotous ride powered by a rickshaw, a reluctant hero, and a universe that refuses to behave. It’s a book that invites you to buckle up, suspend your expectations, and enjoy the chaos.
August 23, 2026
Erik Shaw is an absolute corporate turnip. He is one of those self-centered executive types who looks for gains in the boardroom and the gym alike, convinced he is God's gift to women, his employees, and every single one of the billion or so subscribers entering his virtual conglomerate, the AllVerse, where the intellectual properties of video games, books, and movies collide.
The trouble is, the moment Erik and everyone else log in on day one, they find themselves completely trapped! Held captive by an ever-present AI, Erik must find a way to earn some "AllCash" to help him and his companion, Silas (and seriously, don't call him an octopus!) survive. To make matters worse, he has to do all of this while barely dressed and being actively hunted by mobs of angry gamers and NPCs alike. But it is no big deal; after all, Erik created the AllVerse, so navigating this mess should be a piece of cake. Right?
This is a hilarious LitRPG adventure from start to finish. While I do have a physical copy of the book, I chose to experience the audiobook produced by Soundbooth Theater, and it was an absolute joy to the ears. The voice acting and sound effects are top-tier, completely immersing listeners in the story.
Without spoiling too much, Chapters 13 and 14 cemented the fact that Silas the Karjok is one of my all-time favorite animal companions in literature, and Gary Furlong completely embodies and owns the character. Such a fun ride—I am eagerly looking forward to Book 2!
The trouble is, the moment Erik and everyone else log in on day one, they find themselves completely trapped! Held captive by an ever-present AI, Erik must find a way to earn some "AllCash" to help him and his companion, Silas (and seriously, don't call him an octopus!) survive. To make matters worse, he has to do all of this while barely dressed and being actively hunted by mobs of angry gamers and NPCs alike. But it is no big deal; after all, Erik created the AllVerse, so navigating this mess should be a piece of cake. Right?
This is a hilarious LitRPG adventure from start to finish. While I do have a physical copy of the book, I chose to experience the audiobook produced by Soundbooth Theater, and it was an absolute joy to the ears. The voice acting and sound effects are top-tier, completely immersing listeners in the story.
Without spoiling too much, Chapters 13 and 14 cemented the fact that Silas the Karjok is one of my all-time favorite animal companions in literature, and Gary Furlong completely embodies and owns the character. Such a fun ride—I am eagerly looking forward to Book 2!
August 5, 2026
I saw a preview of the book being performed on the Soundbooth Theater social media and it seemed like a good time. I acquired the book at GenCon and met the authors for a couple of minutes.
While I had a good time and enjoyed the story, I really don’t like Eric. Too much of the book was spent with Eric’s bro mentality, his snooty superiority, and thinking he was better than everyone. His mistreatment of Silas. Not sure what this obsession with the 30 year scotch was about? As well as his upper crust, I must have the best of everything because I’m entitled to it always coming through. Not remembering names or calling people the wrong name after being corrected, always admiring his own chiseled physique, or ogling women as objects. Blech.
The performances by the narrators and the story around all of Eric’s absurdity saved it. I really hope Eric redeems himself, but I don’t know that he can at this point.
While I had a good time and enjoyed the story, I really don’t like Eric. Too much of the book was spent with Eric’s bro mentality, his snooty superiority, and thinking he was better than everyone. His mistreatment of Silas. Not sure what this obsession with the 30 year scotch was about? As well as his upper crust, I must have the best of everything because I’m entitled to it always coming through. Not remembering names or calling people the wrong name after being corrected, always admiring his own chiseled physique, or ogling women as objects. Blech.
The performances by the narrators and the story around all of Eric’s absurdity saved it. I really hope Eric redeems himself, but I don’t know that he can at this point.
August 25, 2026
Great book with one major flaw.
This is very well written. It was funny and fast paced and the pop culture puns are incredibly well done.
The narration is hands down the best in any LitRPG I’ve heard so far. Silas and Gary Furlong elevate this already good book to another level.
However- and this is a big but- I hate the main character. We are sort of supposed to, but he is so awful, it is a major flaw of the book to then give him a redemption arc and have us root for him. He is not worth redeeming. He is an Elon musk character and disgustingly misogynistic and I have no desire to root for that type of character. Ever. The fmc helping him at all is gross and tone deaf.
Everything else about the book is good. Oh- except for the boxers. Can LitRPG stop with the barefoot men in boxers already? But that is minor. The rest of the book is good but the MC is so bad I’m on the fence overall about the book.
This is very well written. It was funny and fast paced and the pop culture puns are incredibly well done.
The narration is hands down the best in any LitRPG I’ve heard so far. Silas and Gary Furlong elevate this already good book to another level.
However- and this is a big but- I hate the main character. We are sort of supposed to, but he is so awful, it is a major flaw of the book to then give him a redemption arc and have us root for him. He is not worth redeeming. He is an Elon musk character and disgustingly misogynistic and I have no desire to root for that type of character. Ever. The fmc helping him at all is gross and tone deaf.
Everything else about the book is good. Oh- except for the boxers. Can LitRPG stop with the barefoot men in boxers already? But that is minor. The rest of the book is good but the MC is so bad I’m on the fence overall about the book.
July 19, 2026
I stumbled across the authors at a LitRPG con, picked up the first two books, and when they mentioned in the signing line that the audiobook was produced by Soundbooth Theater, I pre-ordered it on the spot. Best decision ever.
I dove headfirst into the Allverse, and honestly, I’m not sure I ever want to leave. Rick is a fantastic protagonist—he’s heavily flawed, a totally reluctant hero, and absolutely hilarious and relatable. But Sylus? Sylus is, all eight hands down, my absolute favorite. He brings so much depth to every scenario and is just downright hysterical. There was one specific scene with him that entertained me so much I actually had to hit rewind and listen to it twice!
This series is clearly going to be one wild, chaotic ride, and I am so glad I’m on it. Highly, highly recommend!
I dove headfirst into the Allverse, and honestly, I’m not sure I ever want to leave. Rick is a fantastic protagonist—he’s heavily flawed, a totally reluctant hero, and absolutely hilarious and relatable. But Sylus? Sylus is, all eight hands down, my absolute favorite. He brings so much depth to every scenario and is just downright hysterical. There was one specific scene with him that entertained me so much I actually had to hit rewind and listen to it twice!
This series is clearly going to be one wild, chaotic ride, and I am so glad I’m on it. Highly, highly recommend!
August 8, 2026
Need a new LitRPG, this is definitely one to read! Oh and don't forget to listen while you read!! The cast is incredible!! Way to go!
Ok I gotta start with Silas!! I love this companion!! He is so much fun!! An alien from another planet, looking like an octopus with a British accent! Attaching himself to Mr Shaws shoulder and just not going away lol.
And oh Mr Shaw lol 🤣 his poor rich miserable self stuck in his own video game with daddy issues! It's like a Grumpy/Sunshine friendship between the two! And the inner monologue is funny.
Oh and Lucretia is a comedian now!
Landing a job as a rickshaw driver in boxers with Silas on his shoulders, I can just see it, I laughed through the whole story!
On a scale of Epic I give I it an 11!! This read is so much fun, picked up and couldn't put it down!!
Looking forward to more in this series!!
Ok I gotta start with Silas!! I love this companion!! He is so much fun!! An alien from another planet, looking like an octopus with a British accent! Attaching himself to Mr Shaws shoulder and just not going away lol.
And oh Mr Shaw lol 🤣 his poor rich miserable self stuck in his own video game with daddy issues! It's like a Grumpy/Sunshine friendship between the two! And the inner monologue is funny.
Oh and Lucretia is a comedian now!
Landing a job as a rickshaw driver in boxers with Silas on his shoulders, I can just see it, I laughed through the whole story!
On a scale of Epic I give I it an 11!! This read is so much fun, picked up and couldn't put it down!!
Looking forward to more in this series!!
July 29, 2026
This book was hilarious. There are sooo many pop culture references. If you’ve ever played a video game in your life, you could probably relate. Even if you haven’t, this is still an enjoyable ride. It feels very Who Framed Roger Rabbit meets Ready Player One to me? Anyone else? Like when I imagine it? The only reason I didn’t give it five stars is because the main character is a main character. We have not yet seen the full depth and growth yet but I’m hoping we will see that in the sequel. It took the entirety of book one to scratch the surface of the wall he has built. My absolute favorite was Gordo. It’s not a spoiler. Once you get there you’ll understand. Also Silas. 11/10 best not a side kick ever. Obviously, Eric is Silas’s sidekick.
August 25, 2026
Erik Shaw is an asshole. And in a fun twist - he's not redeemed by some altruistic subtext, he's an asshole to his core. He's a bastard of a protagonist, tempered only by his friendship with the affable not-an-octopus alien Silas and his fellow real worlder Sync.
Oh, yes. I should mention that this store takes place inside the AllVerse, an all encompassing virtual video game universe that just do happens to be run by a crazed AI named Lucretia. It's a really fun book that will definitely have you laughing at the absurdity of it all.
I enjoyed this one, but I will admit that the constant reminder that Erik just KNOWS he's better than everyone else gets a bit annoying to hear. Still, I thoroughly enjoyed this title and look forward to the rest of the series!
Oh, yes. I should mention that this store takes place inside the AllVerse, an all encompassing virtual video game universe that just do happens to be run by a crazed AI named Lucretia. It's a really fun book that will definitely have you laughing at the absurdity of it all.
I enjoyed this one, but I will admit that the constant reminder that Erik just KNOWS he's better than everyone else gets a bit annoying to hear. Still, I thoroughly enjoyed this title and look forward to the rest of the series!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 22, 2026
A really enjoyable and funny saga
The authors created a brilliantly clever story with twists and nods to all sorts of cultural references like movies, books, songs, people, etc. I really had a good laugh at some of the scenes.
I started off reading the first few chapters, but then decided I should listen to the audio instead. It’s from Soundbooth Theater, and it’s fantastic! Still nice to have the written book as a reference.
Looking so forward to the next book that I’m off to join Ben’s Patreon.
The authors created a brilliantly clever story with twists and nods to all sorts of cultural references like movies, books, songs, people, etc. I really had a good laugh at some of the scenes.
I started off reading the first few chapters, but then decided I should listen to the audio instead. It’s from Soundbooth Theater, and it’s fantastic! Still nice to have the written book as a reference.
Looking so forward to the next book that I’m off to join Ben’s Patreon.
August 10, 2026
Shoutout to Ben Wolf and Luke Messa for writing one of the most ridiculous books I’ve read this year! The full cast audio is top-notch, and I have to take my hat off to Gary Furlong for his portrayal of Silas, the Billy Butcher-esque octopus sidekick.
The premise is that a soon-to-be billionaire CEO gets trapped in his own game with the content filters on. Hilarity ensues. The main character is a bit of a jerk, but he grows on you, and the side characters help to balance him out. Give it a listen!
The premise is that a soon-to-be billionaire CEO gets trapped in his own game with the content filters on. Hilarity ensues. The main character is a bit of a jerk, but he grows on you, and the side characters help to balance him out. Give it a listen!
August 20, 2026
It's like Dungeon Crawler Carl and Discount Dan had a baby. A nepo baby that's an absolute asshole 😂. The jokes and performance just kept rolling with everything going on so I had to pause constantly to stop wheezing with laughter. Eric is the jerk protagonist that grows on you and it never stop being funny watching him fail while being surrounded by insanity. Sync and Silas were excellent supporting characters that helped soften Eric's sharp distasteful edges. overall, I am super excited to listen to Book 2! Great job on this one guys!
July 29, 2026
This one didn't really land for me. It tries way too hard. It is often very funny, but when it's not it's incredibly annoying. The protagonist is awful and annoying, and the supporting characters are mostly plot devices. I almost DNF'ed it early on but decided to power through.
On the positive side, the game environment seems fun, and the world is creative. I'm glad I'm done with it though and doubt I'll read the remaining books.
On the positive side, the game environment seems fun, and the world is creative. I'm glad I'm done with it though and doubt I'll read the remaining books.
August 13, 2026
Unless you like Game of Thrones battle scenes you probably should skip the whole Shoulder-mon (wannabe Pokémon) chapter. Otherwise this book was a fun, wild ride! I especially loved the Audible version. Jeff Hays from Dungeon Crawler Carl was not the main character so I came to really appreciate the vocal talents of Ryan H. Reid and Gary Furlong. In fact, the casting was perfect for this story. It's filled with references that made me smile - not overdone IMO. Looking forward to the next one!
August 14, 2026
Fun story, awful MC.
The story was a lot of fun, but the main character is extremely unlikable and annoying. Literally rolled my eyes at points. He does get the short end of the stick in most scenarios, which helps to knock his attitude down a peg, but then immediately falls back into how great he thinks he is. He started to briefly get better towards the end. I found myself more into the side characters than the MC. Other than that I enjoyed it.
The story was a lot of fun, but the main character is extremely unlikable and annoying. Literally rolled my eyes at points. He does get the short end of the stick in most scenarios, which helps to knock his attitude down a peg, but then immediately falls back into how great he thinks he is. He started to briefly get better towards the end. I found myself more into the side characters than the MC. Other than that I enjoyed it.
August 8, 2026
I think the best part about this choas was the filter preventing any cuss words. I also enjoyed the fact that this was a game world that included a vast amount of video game types all in one world. Eric gets sucked into his own creation and has to find his way out. The thing is the a.i. is targeting them and trying to prevent them by hit squads.
July 17, 2026
Main character is designed to be hated in the beginning, and you will hate him. He does, fortunately, get better over time. Just wish it happened sooner.
I loved the pop culture references and Silas was a blast. Slow to start, but the end was really great and am excited for book 2.
I loved the pop culture references and Silas was a blast. Slow to start, but the end was really great and am excited for book 2.
August 11, 2026
This was a lot of fun. Read via the audiobook. He wasn't the main narrator, but it's always fun to hear Jeff Hays' voice amongst the cast.
It was hard not to compare it to DCC, but it's mostly very different. I loved the mashup games within the game world the authors created.
It was hard not to compare it to DCC, but it's mostly very different. I loved the mashup games within the game world the authors created.
August 11, 2026
Handsome Jack-level sociopath with the potential for a little empathy runs through parodies of all our favorite video games. Laughed out loud many times, this was so much fun.
August 11, 2026
amazing read! super fun!
Loved this book. It was a fast paced super fun read. No bad language or anything. I highly recommend to anyone who loves litrpg
Loved this book. It was a fast paced super fun read. No bad language or anything. I highly recommend to anyone who loves litrpg
August 11, 2026
A fun twist on a beloved genre.
July 25, 2026
Holy shark what the duck did I just listen to!!!! Rickshaw Riot audiobook was plucking epic! I did a review for the book previously but I had to do one for the audiobook as well because the cast is insane! So well done! Getting to listen to chapters 12-14 literally made my entire month!!! Guys go download your copy TODAY!!!
July 17, 2026
This is a must read LitRPG. Don’t let the beginning fool you, Erik Shaw does actually have a heart.
This story is filled with laugh out loud moments, mostly thanks to our friendly Karjok, Silas. We follow our characters through the AllVerse, which is a virtual reality world where every game exists, except now 2 billion people are trapped there and no one has any idea how to get out. The pop culture references and jokes are absolutely irreverent and I’m chomping at the bit to read the next in the series.
This story is filled with laugh out loud moments, mostly thanks to our friendly Karjok, Silas. We follow our characters through the AllVerse, which is a virtual reality world where every game exists, except now 2 billion people are trapped there and no one has any idea how to get out. The pop culture references and jokes are absolutely irreverent and I’m chomping at the bit to read the next in the series.
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