An Undead Glitch

A LitRPG Nightmare (Patch 1.0 of The Corrupted Campaign)

Seth Willard is broke, sick, and running out of time.

A single dad drowning under bills and a cancer diagnosis, his last chance comes from a desperate gamble: taking a job as an NPC in a real world, fully immersive zombie survival experience. The nanites injected into his body that will project the game’s experience into his senses will also cure his cancer as he safely sells supplies to rich players out killing monsters that aren’t really there.

At least, that’s the plan. His sense of humor ain't getting it done, that's for sure.

A glitch drops him into the streets of the game environment as a player instead, looted hatchet in hand, surrounded by the stench of decay and the teeth of the undead. The wounds, the hunger, the terror—it seems all too real. And if Seth dies here, he loses his job, the nanites shut down, and not long after…so does his real body.

But death isn’t the only danger. The deeper Seth fights into this popular “game,” the clearer it becomes: this isn’t just a job, and it isn’t just a harmless simulation. Someone built this world for more purposes than entertainment—and it holds terrors darker than the digital zombies clawing through its ruins.

Seth’s survival isn’t just about levelling up, gaining skills, and finding loot. It isn't about living another day in the game. It’s about uncovering the truth—and carving out a future for his sons and maybe a whole lot more people—before the glitch that should save him destroys him for good instead.

Fans of Chris Philbrook's 16 book long Adrian’s Undead Diary will love this fast-paced, raunchy LitRPG/GameLit zombie adventure packed with action, gore, sarcasm, a whole lot of heart, and a terrifying twist.

©2025 Chris Philbrook (P)2025 Chris Philbrook

Reseñas de la Crítica

"I like video games, zombies and dystopian world building and this brings all three wrapped up into an old play style wrapper. The characters are fleshed out, their backstories are real and lived in. I really wish that there were more zombie fantasy out there and this brings it to life. The Undead Glitch feels like 'The Expanse, mixed with Dungeon Crawler Carl.' Super easy read, I started with the sample and had to demand the whole book!" (Michael Chatfield)

"I'm not typically a zombie fan, but litrpg and zombies mixed together by a master of the zombie horror? Yes, please." (Troy Osgood, author of Sky Realms Online, and The Connected System)

First Lit RPG

I’m loving it so far! Great story and narration. I’ve been a long time fan of Chris Philbrook’s work and this title is as enjoyable as his other books.

Get ready, RPG enthusiasts! This is a must-read fo

If you're an RPG enthusiast, prepare to dive headfirst into this book like you're in the heat of a 24-hour gaming marathon! The journey of Seth kicks off on a heartbreaking note as he discovers he has cancer and faces a ticking clock unless he can fund his treatment. But just when it seems darkest, an intriguing opportunity arises—he's offered the chance to become an NPC in an exclusive online MMORPG designed for the ultra-rich. Once he’s uploaded into the system, he transforms into a player, and that’s where the real adventure begins! The author has a true knack for RPG mechanics, weaving skills and quests that pull you deeper into the narrative, leaving you craving more with every page! You absolutely have to give this book a listen; it’s an experience you won’t regret!

WOW

The production that went into the audiobook was really good with the narration, you feeling like you're there experiencing this with the main character. Can't wait for the next book!
Just phenomenal.

That was really good

It kept my attention, and that isn't easy :) . The narrator did a good job with a good story.

Most enjoyable audiobook listen ever!

This audiobook was an absolute blast from start to finish. Chris Philbrook delivers a fast-paced, exciting story that’s genuinely fun to experience, with strong momentum and a plot that keeps pulling you forward. While the story itself is great, what truly elevates this production is the performance. Steve Van Samson’s narration is outstanding, engaging, comical and perfectly matched to the tone of the book. His delivery, combined with the sound effects, adds an extra layer of immersion that makes this more than just a story being read aloud. It feels cinematic and alive. An incredibly enjoyable listen overall, and a perfect example of how a talented author and narrator together can create something special.

The pop culture references are fun and if you’re an AUD fan you’ll really enjoy all of those references as well. I’m super stoked for the continuation of this new series!