Audible announced two San Diego Comic-Con panels celebrating hit Audible Original series Heads Will Roll and the wildly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl audiobooks, as well as the Audible’s “Level Up Lounge”—an immersive activation inspired by two of Audible’s biggest genre audiobook worlds, LitRPG sensation Dungeon Crawler Carl and the hit Audible original sci-fi phenomenon Bobiverse. Fans can earn XP (experience points) through interactive experiences dedicated to these series, redeemable for exclusive loot and prizes. Plus, keep an eye out for surprise activations bringing the world of Dungeon Crawler Carl to the streets of San Diego throughout the convention.
PANELS
Audible Presents: G–damnit, Donut: A Totally Professional Panel with Matt Dinniman & Jeff Hays. Step into the wildly entertaining world of litRPG as DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL author Matt Dinniman and narrator Jeff Hays take the stage together. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, insights into building a devoted fanbase, and a look at how humor, heart, and chaos come together across page and performance. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the series, this panel promises laughs, surprises, and a deeper appreciation for the craft behind the madness.
Heads Will Roll: Kate McKinnon & Emily Lynne on Crafting Audible’s Hit Medieval Comedy Series. Join comedy powerhouses and real-life sisters Kate McKinnon (SNL, Barbie) and Emily Lynne as they take you behind the scenes of their hit Audible Original comedy series Heads Will Roll. With season two, Heir Apparent, now available, Kate and Emily will share the creative chaos of building their absurd medieval world—think Game of Thrones meets What We Do in the Shadows—where a raven turns into a toad, queens face demonic reproductive deadlines, and nothing goes according to plan.
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AUDIBLE’S “LEVEL UP LOUNGE” ACTIVATION
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WHAT: The ultimate player hub and immersive fan space inspired by Audible’s biggest LitRPG worlds, Dungeon Crawler Carl and Bobiverse. Attendees will earn XP (experience points) based on their level of participation and engagement, which are redeemable for exclusive “loot”. Experiences include:
- A BOBIVERSE zone inspired by “BobNet,” the interstellar digital communication network
- A DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL survival zone where fans can record a “Crawler Incident Report”
- Cosplay touchups, listening and phone charging stations, and fan photo ops
- Exclusive themed giveaways and prizes
WHERE: Swing Social, 527 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101.
PRINCESS DONUT FOOD TRUCK
WHAT: A fully wrapped Princess Donut branded food truck will be distributing free donut holes, custom Audible-branded boxes with QR codes, and exclusive merch to SDCC attendees on the streets of San Diego. To the uninitiated, it’s a free snack. To fans, it’s the Donut Holes—the series’ beloved unofficial fan club—made edible and mobile.
Keep your eyes open for additional Dungeon Crawler Carl-themed surprises on the streets throughout the convention.
WHEN: Friday, July 24 | 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 502 7th Ave San Diego, CA 92101
