Loved Solo Leveling? 5 Anime & Manhwa with "Leveling Systems" You Need to Watch

The "Zero to Hero" Addiction

Solo Leveling hooked us because watching a number go up is satisfying. The trope of the "System"—a video game interface in real life—is massive right now.

If you are suffering from withdrawal, here are the best alternatives to scratch that RPG itch.

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1. Shangri-La Frontier

The Vibe: The Hardcore Gamer Sunraku isn't fighting for his life; he's playing a VR game because he loves it. He grinds unique bosses, finds secret loot, and min-maxes his stats. The action animation is top-tier.

2. Sword Art Online (Aincrad Arc)

The Vibe: The Original You can't talk about leveling up without SAO. Kirito is the original "Black Swordsman" beater. The first season captures the fear of death in a dungeon perfectly.

3. Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint (Manhwa)

The Vibe: The Smart Choice (Soon to be an anime). Instead of raw strength, the protagonist survives the apocalypse because he is the only one who read the webnovel that predicted it. It has "System" messages, constellations, and scenarios.

Read it now: Don't wait for the anime. Get the Omniscient Reader physical copy.

4. Hell Mode

The Vibe: The Grind A gamer summons himself to another world on "Hell Mode" difficulty. He spends years throwing rocks just to level up one skill. It’s a realistic take on XP grinding.

5. So I'm a Spider, So What?

The Vibe: Monster Evolution Instead of a cool guy, the MC is a spider in a dungeon. She has to eat frogs, survive lava, and evolve into stronger forms. The skill tree system is very detailed.

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Conclusion

The "System" genre is here to stay. Whether you want serious drama or just fun grinding, there is always another dungeon to raid.

Did we miss your favorite? Let us know!