When three best friends, Ben Drewer, Matt Benders, and Grayson Engle discover that their world is a video game, they go on a search for truth and meaning. They stick together through every challenge and opponent that tries to stop them. Through using newfound powers to find portals, deciphering clues, and speaking to the creator herself, they must grapple with an unknown future and the potential to lose everything they love. Will their friendship and drive for free will save their world? Or will hope not be enough to make a difference?

An NPC's Reality is created by Samantha Kuban, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

An NPC's Reality

      “There we go! Finally some direction.” I said pointing to a sign which advertised the latest movies showing at the theater around the corner. 


      “I told you it was this way!” Grayson reminded me. 


      We excitedly ran around the corner only to see that there was no theater at all. There were only empty and abandoned remains of one. 


      “What the hell? Why would that sign have been there if it was abandoned? It doesn’t seem right.” Matt questioned as we walked over to it. 


      “Yeah, the girl said this was a popular hang-out spot. Why would she say that?” I asked, confused. We got closer and walked through what used to be the lobby. It was now covered in graffiti, moss, and trash in all corners. It looks like it must not have been up and running for a long time. 


      “Well, I guess we should check out the arcade then.” Grayson suggested.


Chapter 12: Mixed Messages