A really interesting one is 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World'. It stands out for its complex plot and the unique concept of the main character dying and restarting from a certain point every time he fails. There are also emotional and character - development aspects that make it engaging.
One great 'Transported to Another World' light novel is 'Sword Art Online'. It combines virtual reality and being transported to a different world within the game world. Another is 'Overlord', where a player gets stuck in a game world and has to navigate it with his overpowered in - game character. 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World' is also popular. The protagonist keeps dying and restarting in the new world, which makes for a very interesting plot.
Often, they have unique settings. For example, the new world might have different magic systems, races, and cultures. Take 'Sword Art Online' (which has elements of being transported to another world in some arcs). It has a detailed virtual world with its own rules of combat and leveling up.
I'm not sure exactly as I haven't read the whole novel, but usually in this kind of story, there's the protagonist who gets transported. They are likely to be someone with a distinct personality, perhaps kind - hearted if the title emphasizes 'good'.
One factor is escapism. People can escape from their daily lives into these fantastical worlds. In 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World', the different settings and challenges provide an outlet. Also, the character development is usually interesting. In 'Overlord', we see how the main character, Momonga, changes his view of the new world as he progresses. These novels often have complex and evolving characters.
One interesting plot point could be the initial shock and confusion of the main character when transported to the other world. They have to quickly adapt to new rules, magic systems perhaps, and different cultures.
A popular one is 'Sword Art Online'. The main character Kirito gets trapped in a virtual world that feels like another reality. There are also novels like 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime' where the MC gets reborn in a different world with unique rules and creatures.
They can start by observing the new world's culture. Just like when we travel to a new place in our world, the OC can watch how the people interact, what their values are. For example, if the new world values honor above all else, the OC can try to uphold that in their actions.
The sense of adventure. Readers can experience exciting new worlds, meet strange creatures, and face unforeseen challenges through the characters in these novels.
One popular example is 'Sword Art Online'. In this novel, the characters are transported into a virtual world full of challenges and adventures. Another is 'Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World', where the protagonist Subaru finds himself in a fantasy world and has to deal with various difficulties and mysteries.