Some 'world game novel' titles that come to mind are 'No Game No Life'. It features two siblings who are transported to a world where everything is decided by games. The story is full of strategic battles and mind - games. 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World' can also be considered in a way, as the main character is essentially in a game - like world where he has to figure out the rules and try to survive. 'Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri' involves a portal that leads to a fantasy game - like world, and the story follows the military's interactions with this new world.
One popular 'dark game novel' could be 'The Hunger Games' which has elements of a dark and dangerous game within its plot. Another might be 'Battle Royale' which is also about a brutal game where the participants fight to the death.
There's also 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series. Although it's not fully completed, the end - game elements are strong as various characters battle for the Iron Throne and the fate of Westeros. Each character has their own end - game goals, like Daenerys aiming to reclaim the throne and Jon Snow trying to protect the realm.
There may be some lesser - known 'sleepover game visual novel' titles out there. Since the visual novel genre is quite diverse, but not all are widely publicized. Some indie developers might create such games. You could try looking on platforms like itch.io or Steam where indie games are often available. But as of now, it's not easy to name a really popular one just like that without more in - depth research.
One popular 'otome game novel' is 'Amnesia: Memories'. It has an engaging story with multiple routes for different love interests. Another is 'Code: Realize - Guardian of Rebirth' which combines steampunk elements with a great otome plot. 'Hakuoki: Demon of the Fleeting Blossom' is also well - known, set in a historical Japanese backdrop with interesting characters.
One popular 'war game novel' title could be 'The War Game Chronicles'.
A great 'game cultivation novel' is 'Virtual Cultivation Odyssey'. In this novel, the protagonist embarks on a journey of cultivation within a virtual game environment. They face numerous enemies, discover hidden powers, and form alliances with other players - turned - cultivators, all while trying to reach the peak of cultivation within the game world.
Well, 'The Blood Game in the Dark Castle' might be a popular one. It could involve a lot of mystery and adventure set in a spooky castle with blood - related challenges and battles.
One popular 'game with story' is 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt'. It has a rich and immersive story set in a fantasy world filled with monsters, magic, and political intrigue. Another is 'Red Dead Redemption 2' which tells the story of an outlaw in the dying days of the Wild West. And 'Life Is Strange' is also great. It's about a girl who discovers she can rewind time and has to deal with various consequences in her school and personal life.
As far as I know, there are no widely known 'meat world visual novel' titles. However, in the vast world of visual novels, especially among indie developers, there could be some hidden gems with this theme. It might require some deep digging in specialized visual novel forums or websites dedicated to less - mainstream titles to find out if there are any such popular ones.
One could be 'The Netherworld Chronicles'.