Welcome to the world of Virtual.
Once a thriving MMO a decade ago, Virtual was a digital escape for millions. Now, the servers are all but abandoned. Except for one lone player, Hiro. He spends his days tucked away in a dimly lit PC Bang, a video game café, where the real world feels like a distant memory.
But everything changes when Virtual offers him an opportunity: a chance to win back his money. There's just one catch... He must leave his virtual sanctuary and step into the real world.
With the help of a beautiful waitress and the estranged family he left behind, Hiro embarks on a journey that blurs the lines between the game and reality. As he unravels the strange, personal quests that seem to target him, deeper truths emerge. Truths that could reshape not only his life but the lives of everyone around him.
What secrets lie at the heart of Virtual? And who from Hiro’s past is about to return, to upend his new reality?
PC Bang is a Thriller Audio Drama inspired by films such as The Game, OldBoy, and various anime.
This is a 3-part series. Please audition ONLY if you can dedicate yourself to a feature length script approximately 65 pages in length. The story will be broken up into three episodes, to be released back-to-back. The script is finished and ready to receive lines.
This is a mature audio drama that uses some vulgar language and mentions Abuse, Sex, and Violence. Please ONLY audition if you are okay with this.
Discord is required for this project. Please provide your Discord username along with your audition.
Join the official Break Society Discord: https://discord.gg/y77yZQzXRj
At this time the roles are unpaid, but I am willing to negotiate payment on later projects or if this project receives any funding. Please check out my Spotify to view previous works. https://open.spotify.com/show/5DkccuE3FMsRIbPE6AqeX6?si=841812bc2c374f9a
This will be one of the first shows in a lineup of new audio dramas released in 2025.
PC Bang is created by Noah Nelson for the Break Society Podcast.
Series artwork by AbbeyRo
Thank you all for auditioning! I will begin the decision making process today and hopefully have all roles cast very soon! If you are cast, I will reach out to you here and on Discord. Discord will be where all further communications are made.
The protagonist, Hiro, is a reclusive gamer who spends his days immersed in video games from dusk till dawn. But when his favorite game challenges him in unexpected ways, he must rise to the occasion and discover a newfound sense of confidence.
Hiro is of Asian/Korean descent and currently resides in Korea. Although this story will be acted out in English, I encourage Asian/Asian American voice actors to audition.
Approx 2400-2600 words.
I don’t know. I guess I’ve played it for so long I’ve grown accustomed to it. Believe me, it’s not as fun as it used to be. Ten years ago this world would be filled with other players. But nothing lasts forever..
I can’t stop until I figure out what this is all for, why it seems to know so much about me, and why all the sudden a ten year old game is willing to help me out so much...
*Anger* *Regret* I’ve lost everything! Everything! Not just in real life but this game! This stupid game. If it wasn’t for this stupid game I would of never left this place! I’m safe here, nothing can hurt me here. This place, I’ll never leave it again. I’ll never leave this PC Bang.
Belle is a waitress at the PC Bang and is Hiro's love interest. She is charming and convinces Hiro to take a positive leap in his life.
Belle is of Asian/Korean descent and currently resides in Korea. Although this story will be acted out in English, I encourage Asian/Asian American voice actors to audition.
Approx. 1200-1500 words.
Hi Hiro. Glass of soda water? Let me set my stuff down.
*amused**amazed* Holy crap, he’s standing up! I don’t think I’ve ever seen him stand up before.
I mean... You’re the only one keeping it active. They can’t be making much money outside of you?
Kija, the central antagonist, is a sharp, articulate, and ruthless businessman. His dark past casts a shadow over the series as he sets out on a calculated mission to humiliate and dismantle Hiro's life.
Kija is originally American. He now resides in Korea but still keeps his American accent.
Approx. 750 words
Of course. I don’t know if you’ve noticed but I am exceptionally rich and successful! What do you think your reward should be?
Why does it? I think you should pay attention Hiro. My name is Kija. I was once like you. I played Virtual when it was first released. Everyday after school until my bed time, this game consumed my life. It WAS my second life. And I loved every moment of it. *reminiscent* But one day, for no reason at all, my second life was completely destroyed
*amused* And you did all of them, without a second thought. Ten years of planning all to watch your world crumble around you in one weekend. *psychotic excitement* Congratulations Hiro! You won the game! Now you choose.
Kija's younger self. 12-14 years of age. Young and impressionable, he's a lonely child looking for friends in his favorite online game.
Kija is American.
Approx. 530 words.
If my mom knew I was talking to strangers, she’d kill me. But I’m not a child anymore...
Awe mom come on! Let me play just one more hour.
It’s alright though. Him and I do everything together in that game. There’s also this girl that plays with us. She’s the best player I’ve ever met.
Jin also known as the Creator, is the creator of the video game Virtual. He is a recluse, bound to a wheelchair in his lavish mansion. He is a computer and gaming nerd at heart and is usually on edge. Think Lester from GTA V.
Jin is of Asian/Korean descent and currently resides in Korea. Although this story will be acted out in English, I encourage Asian/Asian American voice actors to audition.
Approx. 700 words.
No soliciting! I’m not interested! *sarcastic* Great... So did millions of other people at one time.
Oh. So you’re that weirdo who’s still keeping my game alive? I’ve been trying to shut down the server for years now. But you. Just keep coming back. Well what do you want? An autograph?
That hard drive contains nothing but the millions of dead characters who have left their second lives years ago. Maybe it’s time you destroy this thing so you can do the same.
Hiro's father. He is a very conservative, old fashioned Korean. Think Uncle Iroh - full of wisdom but somewhat stubborn. Deep down misses and loves his son.
Enomoto resides in Korea and has a Korean or American accent but will speak English for the story. I encourage Asian/Asian American voice actors to audition.
Approx. 340 words.
Early mornings you can hear the Bush Warblers singing. A sign that Spring begins.
Of course... I am only good for favors.
Remember to return for it. Or at the very least... Return to see your parents.
The Mother of Hiro. Just happy her Son finally paid a visit.
Enomoto resides in Korea and can have a Korean or English accent but will speak English for the story. I encourage Asian/Asian American voice actors to audition.
Approx. 40 words.
Looks like you’re finished with your tea hun. I’ll take your glass.
Bye bye Hiro! See you soon Honey.
An artificial intelligence voice that speaks out of a phone or computer screen.
Looking for a voice that can match what a dial up computer start up voice would sound like from the 90s early 2000s. Very robotic.
Approx 400 words.
Please renew now or your membership will come to an end.
Credits will be distributed for each task completed. Task one...
You're in love.
A female Narrator explaining the rules of Virtual to the audience.
Professional Narration voice - American.
Welcome to Virtual. A real life sim. Play with thousands of players all around the world. Create your own avatar and chat with others. Create a world you can’t create in real life. Join Virtual.
Your mom and dad will be proud of you. When you bring home, Virtual. Voted the number one video game of the last decade.
*irritated* Is anything real? Not in Virtual. But why would you want to live in real life? When your second life is so much better? It’s best you stay put. Nobody will make you happier than Virtual.
Kija's Mother. She loves her Son. A typical Mother worried her son is focused more on video games than schooling.
She is American.
Approx. 350 words.
Nine O’clock hun. Time for bed.
You’ve had plenty of fun today. All you do is play that game, now let’s get some much needed rest. You have school tomorrow.
That’s wonderful sweety, you can never have too many friends.
The Butler to Kija. Cordial and Professional.
The Butler is originally from England. Therefore he speaks with a fancy British Accent.
Approx 72 words.
Of course Sir, I'll send him right in.
Welcome, please follow me.
A female Secretary who works inside the Office Kija owns.
Approx. 102 words.
*intimidated* Mr. Hiro, you are expected on the top floor! Please allow me to apologize for my previous actions, I don’t often get instructions to allow people on to the top floor.
Floor one hundred and twenty three.
Oh, your supposed girlfriend. That’s right. I knew you were full of it Hiro. That girl came in said she had to get away from some psycho and quit her job. I’m guessing you’re the psycho..?
A female version of the Computer voice. An artificial intelligence voice that speaks out of a phone or computer screen.
Looking for a voice that can match what a dial up computer start up voice would sound like from the 90s early 2000s. Very robotic.
Approx. 34 words.
Kija. I love that name.
We’re just friends right?
A Security Guard who catches Hiro.
Approx. 30 words.
Security! Stop right there!
You’re crazy! Kids these days.
