Snowdrop Queen

In the 2040s, virtual reality games and systems have become commonplace for the general public. Numerous studios have developed and put out their own VR worlds to the market.

Many succeeded, while even more failed. As the industry became more competitive, these VR worlds were made diverse to try and get their own piece of the pie. One such game is the winter-themed Snowdrop Queen.

Nineteen-year-old Caleb has been playing Snowdrop Queen for years and has gotten around to creating his own guild. He did this with the help of Lottie, a bloodthirsty tank-type player he's got a tiny crush on.

The two are used to fighting mobs, gaining loot, and exploring the various worlds in the game before bedtime. This harmonious cycle comes to an end when a shocking revelation is made: Snowdrop Queen is shutting down.

Now, Caleb finds himself dealing with a dying game he's dedicated his teen years to and his unresolved feelings for Lottie all at once. And did we mention he's applying for college?