Prologue

CHALLENGED...

Kim Baek Hyun, a renowned VR game developer, was once at the pinnacle of his field, becoming one of the top rivals among all VR game creators. He crafted games that were both famous and fantastical, weaving immersive worlds that captivated players. However, his fame soon flopped after a brutal betrayal by his own colleagues, who dared to claim his creations for themselves. Yet, rather than succumbing to despair, Baek Hyun found joy in the challenge of rising above his cowardly colleagues' betrayal. It had been a long time since he felt truly challenged, and this sensation made him grin with the excitement of a lion being provoked.

Embracing this feeling, Baek Hyun poured himself into his work, developing game after game with relentless determination. Among these, one particular project stood out: 'SurvivalX.' He dedicated countless hours to this game, infusing it with his heart and determination. Each line of code was evidence of his passion and resilience.

As days turned into nights, Baek Hyun worked tirelessly, driven by an unyielding resolve. Exhaustion ached in his heart, but he felt a deeper drive to continue. His vision blurred before the screen, but his eyes remained fixated on a small part of that screen—the 'Publish' button. He stared at it, his vision dimming and slowly fading from fatigue. Before he could press it, exhaustion overwhelmed him, and he collapsed on the hard, cold wet ground.

Will he die like a pathetic mortal, or will he be reincarnated in his own world like the creator he is?