The Newbie's Deadly Game

A holographic reality game, a 1:1 replica of Earth, goes out of control, pulling in humans. The game hides an independent consciousness and unknown rules, with fatal crises. Protagonist Caden is forced into the game, survives instances, and discovers it's not virtual but a real parallel Earth. He is monitored by a mysterious force. He uncovers the ultimate 'box within a box' conspiracy.