list
The best list for everything science fiction.
Top Science Fiction Board Games
We’re living in the midst of a science fiction board game Renaissance. Gone are the days where we were forced to choose between the bland (or nonexistent) settings of Monopoly, Sorry, or Clue. Now there are games in every genre and theme, including science fiction. Why settle for owning hotels when you could own alien colonies? Why play Colonel Mustard with a candlestick when you can play an android assassin with a blaster? Science fiction board games are great ways to explore galaxies, build cool space ships, and save worlds with your friends. (They’re also great ways to dominate said friends and prove your galactic superiority. Different strokes for different folks.)
By Stephen Hamilton9 years ago in Futurism
Obscure Sci-Fi Movies
Obscure sci-fi movies always make for an interesting watch just because of the ideas they play with. While there are indeed sci-fi films that garner both box office and critical success, such as Arrival, Interstellar, and The Martian, the entries on this list showcase those that take weirdness to another level. Every medium needs a dose of risk-taking to allow innovation, and science fiction has a lot to offer.
By Stephanie Gladwell9 years ago in Futurism
Best 'Star Wars' Board Games
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original trilogy, have caught the Star Wars bug after the release of A New Hope and Rogue One, or even have a soft spot for the prequels, we’re sure that the best Star Wars board games are going to help you recapture everything you love about one of the greatest sci-fi series ever made. With all sorts of different formats making the list, including card games, strategy games, and even some Star Wars twists on old classics, there really is something for every type of gamer. So gather some friends together, set the imperial march playing, and while away an evening with one of the best Star Wars board games.
By James Lizowski9 years ago in Futurism
Intriguing Alternate History Books
Alternate history books (AH to those in the know) speculate as to what might happen if key real world historical events occurred differently. They can, but don’t necessarily, involve speculative fiction tropes such as time travel or a character’s awareness that the timeline is “wrong.” Delve into these fascinating, often thought-provoking scenarios with this list of the most intriguing alternate history books.
By Stephen Hamilton9 years ago in Futurism
Must Read Cyberpunk Books
Cyberpunk books are a distinctive cross-section of sci-fi narratives typically taking place in dystopian, near future settings, and featuring high-tech post-industrial societies, contrasted against a gritty, seedy underbelly akin to hardboiled detective fiction. The reader navigates sprawling neon cities populated by hackers, gangsters, outcasts, and femmes fatales. The protagonist, usually an anti-hero, often struggles against an evil, above-the-law megacorporation. Another hallmark of cyberpunk books is that often hackers possess the ability to literally enter an online world, or "cyberspace," by connecting their brains to advanced computers.
By Stephanie Gladwell9 years ago in Futurism
Real Life Robots That Are Useful
Technological advancements in automation have led to a significant shift in labor trends as automated real life useful robots are replacing humans in many fields. The world is experiencing an ever increasing blur between the lines of yesterday’s imagination and today's reality in automation. Robotics technology is evolving at a very fast pace and shows particular promises. Over two decades after James Cameron’s unique vision of a robotic assassin captured the attention of viewers all over the world, current world efforts to build machine men are advancing ever closer to reality. From small nanobots that can invade and cure human tissues and diseases to robots that are performing unmanned medical operations, the future of real life robots is now.
By James Lizowski9 years ago in Futurism
Best 'Star Trek' Clothing
It can be tough to wade through all the merchandise available to find the best Star Trek clothing out there. With a franchise that spans TV shows, films, video games, books, comics, and more, it’s no surprise that the amount of options for series-themed clothing is expansive. Not all of it is particularly special; Some merchandise is of poor quality or is basically just cosplay gear. But there are some items that stand out as the best Star Trek clothing and are great options for fans looking for apparel that expresses their love of the franchise.
By Patricia Sarkar9 years ago in Futurism
Best 'Star Wars' LEGO Sets
Star Wars and LEGO go together like Han Solo and Chewbacca. For years, fans have enjoyed bringing their favorite ships and characters to life with the help of LEGO’s detailed sets. Some are intricate and difficult while others yield to the easier side of LEGO construction. With the Star Wars franchise spanning such a long amount of time, the best Star Wars LEGO sets can incite nostalgia for movies passed, or ignite new excitement for the newest films and those of the future. Add them as decor when they’re finished or smash them to pieces and start over again. Either way, here’s a list of the best Star Wars LEGO sets that any fan would be happy to have on their shelf.
By Stephen Hamilton9 years ago in Futurism
Books to Read if You Liked '1984'
The best books to read if you liked 1984 carry on its traditional of complex themes wrapped in interesting fiction. While 1984 is mostly about surveillance, there are plenty of other themes for the books on this list to draw on. These themes include thought control, war, and the ways that societal pressures can control everyone in a collective. If you’re ready to challenge how you view society, read on.
By Joshua Samuel Zook9 years ago in Futurism
Dystopian Science Fiction Authors You Must Read
In it's traditional definition, a dystopia illustrates a reality much worse than our own. Dystopian science fiction generally features an oppressive and totalitarian society where political, corporate, technological or religious forces reign supreme while everyone lives under the guise that everything is damn near perfect. But in a very messed-up kind of way, a lot of the ideas mentioned in dystopian fiction are actually pretty decent propositions (like the abandonment of religion and the redistribution of national borders). So as you read through this compilation of some of the best dystopian science fiction authors, take in all the negativity with a grain of salt and think about how some of these ideas can actually be implemented without the treacherous apocalyptic consequences.
By James Lizowski9 years ago in Futurism
Best Pulp Sci-Fi Books
To some, the phrase “best pulp sci-fi books” may seem like an oxymoron. Pulp sci-fi has been dividing fans of science fiction for decades. You either love it or you hate it. Many certifiable pulp sci-fi obsessives understand why some people have a bit of trouble embracing it. A poorly written pulp sci-fi book can turn you away from the whole genre; and there is, sadly, no shortage of them.
By Arnold Seleskey9 years ago in Futurism
