Leveling System Webtoon: Game-Inspired Epics
Leveling system manhwa is one of the most beloved genres in the ever-growing sea of webcomics. But who can blame its readers? These stories evoke a strange-feeling of nostalgia among its readers, especially for gamers.
Honestly, I’m among its hardcore fans so much I’ve binge-read hundreds of stories in this niche. So yeah, I’ve seen the best and created this list for fans like me. Without further ado, let’s dig in.
My 15 Best Leveling System Manhwa
- SSS-Class Revival Hunter
- I’m The Max Level Newbie
- Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint
- The Perks of Being an S-Class Heroine
- Second Life Ranker
- Log-in Murim
- Ending Maker
- The Housekeeper of the Dungeon
- I Stole the First Ranker’s Soul
- The Player Hides His Past
- Solo Leveling Series
- Level Up With The Gods
- The Skeleton Soldier Failed to Defend the Dungeon
- Return to Player
- My Daughter Is the Final Boss
1. SSS-Class Revival Hunter
Kim Gong-ja has a misplaced belief that his destiny is to shine as a hunter. Unfortunately, fate disagrees. Devoid of skills and allergic to hard work, he wastes his days griping about life’s injustices.
Yet even fate tires of his antics. So yeah, he awakens a fitting ability. The power to copy another’s skill? The price of using it? Death.
My Rating: One word. Masterpiece. SSS-Class Revival Hunter is one of the finest leveling system webtoon I’ve ever read. It stands tall with its flawless art, emotional character arcs, and epic tower-climbing plot.
But what makes it a must-read is the MC’s immersive character growth. From an obnoxious complainer, one tragedy at a time, he becomes a flawed yet heroic figure I never even thought he could become. So yeah, it’s a 10/10.
2. I’m The Max Level Newbie
Game streamer Kang Jinhyeok has dedicated eleven years to mastering the trash-tier game Tower of Trials. On the verge of moving on, he’s stunned when the Tower materializes in reality, its mystical laws bending physics itself.
Though it’s a disaster for most, this sudden apocalypse is a dream come true for the game-obsessed Jinhyeok. So, one floor at a time, he begins his climb to clear it all once again. His goal? Enjoy the challenge and save the world while he’s at it.
My Rating: I’m the Max-Level Newbie starts with conventional tropes and polishes them to the extreme. It has turned tired clichés into something to look forward too, and oh boy this cookie is so good at it. Overall, I’ll give it a 9/10.
With its tightly paced plot, stunning art panels, and clever characters, it stands out among its peers. Add a well-executed face-slapping moment, and you’ll get a must-read leveling system manhwa.
3. Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint
Caught in a soul-draining corporate rat race, Kim Dokja’s only source of rest is an obscure web novel called Three Ways to Survive the Apocalypse. Yes, it has a trashy plot, but it gave him the will to continue living.
The twist? Well, he never once thought this seemingly trivial hobby would soon become his salvation as a real apocalypse erupts. One that this favorite novel of his exactly foretold.
My Rating: I’ve read more than a hundred leveling system webtoons, and Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint is among the best of them all. It has a gripping storyline, an extra-deep lore, and impeccable character arcs so good you’ll find drawn in.
The best of it all? Its art deserves a standing ovation. Personally, I loved this story so much I even read its entire web novel for an entire week. Quality-wise, this dark fantasy webcomic deserves my 10/10.
4. The Perks of Being an S-Class Heroine
Ailette Rodeline isn’t your ordinary child prodigy. No, she is a master polymath with skills ranging from cooking, tea brewing, alchemy, magic, and even sword arts.
Her secret? She is an unfortunate soul who got yeeted by a clumsy god. Thus, she earns herself a ton of blessing before reincarnation as an apology. The problem? Well, it seems like the bumbling god has sent her into an ultra-hardcore world destined for an apocalypse.
My Rating: The Perks of Being an S-Class Heroine secures a charming 9/10. Setting itself apart from the action-packed webtoons on this list, it brims with hilariously cute moments that warm the heart.
It also has a stunning art style, and fluid pacing, and a lighthearted family-centered theme. If you’re looking for a leveling system manhwa that’s fluffy and legendary, then don’t miss this goodie.
5. Second Life Ranker
Yeon Woo’s tireless search for his long-lost twin ends in heartbreak. His brother is now merely a stiff corpse. But as he mourns, a mysterious truth surfaces. It seems like his sibling was pulled into another dimension. The actual cause of his death? Betrayal.
With no family or ties binding him to Earth, Yeon Woo sets forth to exact retribution on those who betrayed his brother. Yes, no matter the price.
My Rating: Second Life Ranker scores a 9/10, earning itself my must-read stamp. This leveling system webtoon hooks readers with its steely MC, gripping revenge plot, and kickass lore bombs.
For fans of action-fantasy adventures laced with intricate schemes and drama, this manhwa is an electrifying read.
6. Log-in Murim
Jin Tae-Kyung is a third-tier washed hunter. He has no prospects of getting better, nor the wealth to support his dreams. Fate, however, has a grander plan for him, and he picks up a crumbling virtual reality pod on the streets.
The hook? This same pod can transfer his soul into a mysterious murim realm and give him a power-up system. The problem? He has to bet his life every moment if he wants to grow stronger.
My Rating: Log-in Murim is a must-read leveling system manhwa worthy of a 9/10. Unlike most of its edgy peers, this tale stands tall with its hilarious characters, electrifying plot, and striking art panels.
But what makes it stand out is the unexpected depth of its characters. Yes, they can be funny, but sometimes they can also make you ask hard questions. If you’re looking for martial arts webcomics with game-like quirks, this is for you.
7. Ending Maker
For years, Kang Jin-ho and Hong Yoo-hee have battled fiercely in Legend of Heroes 2. The first one is forever crowned number one; the latter is stuck in second place. No wonder the two are always at each other’s throats.
But fate spins their rivalry into something far more thrilling. Out of nowhere, this cat-and-dog duo transmigrates into the same game they love. The punchline? In this world, they’re each other’s betrothed. Funny, right?
My Rating: Ending Maker scores a solid 9/10. This leveling system webtoon boasts high-quality art, an unexpectedly complex storyline, and gripping world-building.
Plus, the main couple’s sparkling chemistry and hilarious banter steal the show. Just a heads-up, it also has a top-notch Korean light novel if you’re into books.
8. The Housekeeper of the Dungeon
In a realm teeming with dungeons, Huina grinds away as an ordinary office worker. Her job? Deal with the dungeon aftermath and the paperwork that follows. You know, someone has to keep the offices running, right?
But fate throws a wild twist in her tiresome life, and she awakens as the greatest support hunter that ever exists. Her abilities? Whip up delectable dishes, craft the comfiest beds, and transform hunter homes into sparkling sanctuaries.
My Rating: The Housekeeper of the Dungeon is a gem for readers seeking a lighthearted leveling system manhwa. It has exquisite art, charming characters, and a heartwarming slice-of-life theme.
Ditching this genre’s typical edginess, this cookie embraces laugh-out-loud humor and witty romance subplot. Enjoyment-wise, I’ll give this a 9/10.
9. I Stole the First Ranker’s Soul
Overworked at a fast-paced dungeon company, Son Mo-Ah feels drained beyond her years, so much so that she wishes to just quit it all. But fate is unpredictable, and she survives two rare dungeon breaks—one in her office and another in her home.
The twist? She has earned a special skill to harvest and gather loot. The problem? Well, she has accidentally looted the soul of the world’s top rank hunter.
My Rating: I Stole the First Ranker’s Soul earns a 9/10 plus a stamp of recommendation. This leveling system webtoon shines with its lighthearted romance subplot, comedic characters, and badass fights.
It’s the perfect pick for readers tired of stereotypical, brooding, black-cloaked protagonists with secret powers. I mean, how about a clumsy damsel with crazy superpowers for a change?
10. The Player Hides His Past
Like most of us, Lee Hoyeoul conceals a mortifying secret. What is it? Well, during his eighth-grade chuunibyou days, he crafted a super edgy gaming account. Not an ordinary one, but a super cringe character—the kind his soul screams at its mere memories.
The kicker? That game has morphed into reality, thrusting him into the same ultra-cringe character. Call it funny, but for Hoyeoul, this sudden twist of fate is a torture for the soul.
My Rating: The Player Hides His Past offers a delightful twist for this cliché-filled genre. Rather than focusing on another I-will-save-the-world plot, this leveling system manhwa revolves around the MC’s edgy character.
What’s more? It also hooks you with vibrant characters, sleek pacing, and well-crafted art. If you’re looking for a brew of laughter and badassery, then don’t miss this 9/10 cookie.
11. Solo Leveling Series
Sung Jinwoo is a poor lad saddled with debt and life troubles. Nonetheless, he pushes on to provide for his family. His job? Working as a low-rank hunter whose job is to carry stuff. In short, a porter.
The punchline? After narrowly escaping a dungeon that almost annihilated his party, he gains access to a mysterious game-like system. Well, you know the drill, right? Grind, grind, and grind!
My Rating: If Solo Leveling isn’t here, there might be a riot. Jokes aside, this tale can be called the big daddy of all leveling system webtoons. It has a face-slapping plot, iconic characters, and mesmerizing art panels.
Though it’s not the first one in its genre, it’s the one that popularized this niche to the extreme. Its fame is so widespread it earned itself a full-blown anime adaptation, and a well-executed one at that. Overall, this deserves my 10/10.
12. Level Up With The Gods
Amid a Tower brimming with mythological gods, Kim Yuwon has carved his name against all odds. His special skill? Grit and a relentless drive to grow so much that he soon rivals the ancient deities and their heirs.
The hook? Out of nowhere, a bunch of outer gods has invaded the Tower, laying waste even to those once thought untouchable. Thus, in an epic plan to save this world, the gods have thrust him back in time. His goal? Grow so strong that not even the other gods can stop him.
My Rating: Level Up With The Gods is an essential read for leveling system manhwa fans. It stands tall with its sweeping lore, stunning art, and gutsy protagonist.
Though it’s filled with tropes, it overcomes them with depth, crunchy execution, and consistency. Quality-wise, this masterpiece earns a 10/10, and of course, my all-out recommendation.
13. The Skeleton Soldier Failed to Defend the Dungeon
Skelly isn’t your ordinary summoned skeleton. No, it’s a sentient bone who a mysterious regression system. The problem? It always fails to save its masters from vile humans.
Distraught, it seeks power and grows. For what? To level all schemes, crush enemies, and save all whom it cares for. Yes, even it means suffering in endless time loops.
My Rating: The Skeleton Soldier Failed to Defend the Dungeon is a top-tier leveling system webtoon deserving of a 9/10. It has a high-stakes plot progression, well-written character arcs, and epic fight scenes.
The best of it all? Its time-loop theme isn’t just for show. Each time loop adds substance to the story, adding layers of depth to both characters and the world.
14. Return To Player
For ten long years, Kim Sehan has danced at death’s edge non-stop. The cause of it all? Well, a mysterious world-ending system and a bunch of bored gods. Unfortunately, destiny is a fickle thing, and he soon finds himself as the sole survivor of humanity.
Yet fate swings the pendulum, offering Sehan a chance to regress. Dead-set on saving humanity, he rises to challenge the gods. His goal? Uproot this sadistic game and save everyone he once abandoned.
My Rating: Return to Player is a must-read leveling system manhwa worthy of a 9/10. This hidden gem grips readers with its gripping plotline, intriguing lore, and epic-tier protagonist.
Plus, it knows its readers well and delivers what they like. If you enjoy apocalyptic survival with a touch of mythology, then you’re in for a wild ride.
15. My Daughter Is the Final Boss
Lee Seojun has never been a responsible father, and his regrets pile up as his wife perishes in a tragic dungeon raid. Worse, a bunch of evil wizards have captured his daughter, experimenting on her like a lab rat until she turns into a calamity witch.
Yet, a twist of fate offers Seojun a chance to rewrite his mistakes. Yes, it’s regression time, folks. But can one flawed man save his family and prevent the apocalypse looming in the shadows?
My Rating: My Daughter Is the Final Boss scores a solid 8/10. It’s a breath of fresh air in a genre filled with non-stop grind and edginess. It offers family slice-of-life moments, fulfilling character growth, and gorgeous art.
How do I say this? Though it’s not the best in this niche, this leveling system webtoon gives readers something most readers need—connection and warmth. If you’re looking for father-daughter manhwa, this is a must-read.
Final Thoughts About Leveling System Manhwa
And that’s another completed list, folks! It’s been more than a decade now since I’ve begun reading manhwa, and I dare say this genre is one of the industry’s bread and butter. Its audience base has grown so big I can’t help but feel astounded.
So what else can we expect? Well, more stories in this genre. I only hope they’ll start iterating and mixing more elements into the stories lest it becomes stagnant like the manga’s isekai genre. Alright, that’s all for now. See you in my next manhwa recommendations.