Description

A few years have passed since the advent of full-dive technology revolutionized gaming, rapidly popularizing Virtual Reality MMORPGs across the globe. Game companies worldwide have eagerly launched their own VRMMO titles, fueling fierce competition and innovation in the genre.

Amid this surge, one game stood out prominently—New Realm Online (NRO). Distinguished by its unique blend of fantasy and science fiction elements, NRO quickly captivated audiences who sought fresh narratives beyond traditional fantasy worlds. Backed by an expansive marketing campaign, NRO sustained an impressively high average user count from its very release.

However, three years into its launch, players faced an unprecedented crisis. Kurosawa Daichi, the game's creator and general manager, delivered a declaration to all connected players on NRO:

"From this moment, you are unable to log out. Death within this game means death in reality. Your only escape is to clear the game."

Caught in this desperate situation was Kenzaki Ren. In a moment of despair, Ren discovered, to his astonishment, that his logout button was inexplicably still active. Clinging to his last shred of hope, he pressed it.

But the button he pressed did not lead to freedom.

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This novel is highly recommended for:

1. Readers who enjoyed Sword Art Online.

2. Readers looking for a fresh twist in GameLit fiction.

3. Those intrigued by morally ambiguous narratives, where the line between good and evil is blurred.

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