Virtuality

The story is set aboard the Phaeton, Earth's first starship, on a ten-year journey to explore the nearby Epsilon Eridani star system. In order to help the crew endure the long mission, a system of virtual reality modules are installed aboard the ship. These modules allow the crew to assume various identities and enjoy a variety of adventures. The crew's experiences aboard the ship are broadcast back to Earth as the reality television program The Edge of Never.