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# Ready Player One: Ernest Cline

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Review: If you like retrogaming and 80s references you will love this, guaranteed. - This book is a Willy Wonka Golden Ticket story, set in 2044 amidst a backdrop of futuristic social media and vast amounts of 80s pop culture. It's an absolutely essential read for anyone into retro video games, and would also be enjoyed by any reasonably geeky person who likes 80s music, movie and roleplaying references. I usually critique a book by raising a few points that I felt could be improved, but honestly, everything was spot on for me. The characterisation, humour and pacing were all perfect. The race to win the grand prize is genuinely engaging - I really found myself caught up in the drama of each gate being opened - much like the world's audience in the book itself. The references are incredibly well done which is worthy of note in itself. There would only have had to be a single scene referencing an 80s film that was done badly, for the enjoyment to end and the cringing to start - but it just didn't happen. Time after time (sic) the author drops something in that is just joyously nostalgic. That's not to say I got all the references of course [you'd have to be an Alpha Nerd to get all of them - my own areas of ignorance seem to be with Japanese mecha anime, much to my shame] but it doesn't matter - there is enough in there to please even a moderate geek that is aware that the 80s existed. To me, this is a clear example of a labour of love. Cline has put things in this book that he knows that only one person in fifty will get, and he's done it anyway, as it meant something to him. I think that's part of the secret of why it works - there is no pandering to the masses here, just an extremely original futuristic story brimming with retro charm and zing. I've recommended this to lots of friends, male and female, and they've all loved it too (at least one bought the audiobook version). So, I would say you do need to be a bit of a geek to get the most out of this, but, refreshingly, it appeals equally to both sexes. Not often you can say that!
Review: Ready Player One - This is a spoiler free review, which I’m going to find a little tricky considering I just want to gush about how delightful this book was. In the grim future of the year 2044, the world has become obsessed with living inside the virtual world of the OASIS, an online reality created by the late billionaire James Halliday. Upon the news of his passing, it is revealed that when the OASIS was created, an Easter egg was hidden inside the online universe by Halliday himself, and his entire $250 billion fortune, would go to the player who can find it. The contest however, is not that simple – requiring players to sift through every little detail of the creator’s life and his fixation on 80’s pop culture and videogames, to unravel a series of riddles and clues, leading towards finding the egg. That, and being against big corporations working together who will stop at nothing (and I mean nothing) to acquire it. Are you ready, Player One? Every so often, a book comes along that feels like it was written especially for you. This is what Ready Player One felt like to me. It combined everything I could want from a book and ticked all the boxes. It was a breath of fresh air in science fiction and was unlike anything I’ve ever read before and that being said, it’s worth a read. (No seriously, go and pick it up now) Especially if you’re a giant nerd at heart. The first thing I have to mention is, Cline knows his stuff. From the get go, this book is filled to the brim with nods and references to 80’s pop culture and old school video games, which are the driving force behind its epic plot. Like myself, you don’t have to have grown up in the 80’s to understand any of them as Cline never hesitates to go into details of their relevance to the quest, however we could have done with a little less detail as it gets a bit excessive and repetitive at points when it isn't necessary. The concept of the OASIS fascinated me, and at times I was so engrossed I felt as if I was plugged in with a visor and haptic gloves myself (I wish). Although not always the strongest, the world building was very well executed and not so drastic that it became unbelievable, which many apocalyptic/dystopian novels suffer from. This future is not one that I would want to live in, there’s been an energy crisis, resources have been severely depleted and civilization is in decline, and honestly it’s a little frightening how it’s not impossible that this could happen in our future. The cast of characters are what bought this book to life. Unlike those characters you see from time to time who seem too perfect in every way to exist in the real world, Ready Player One is made up of characters who are not perfect, who aren’t anything special but they’re ordinary and relatable. Wade Watts, alias Parzival our protagonist, is a normal kid, slightly overweight and isn’t doing so great at school, but he’s an exceptional and cunning gamer, and doesn’t shy away from risky but brilliant plans which could end in disaster. The rest of the side characters are just as fabulous and have you laughing throughout, but Wade/Parzival still remains my favourite, because.. well, how could he not be? The pace of this story was excellent. It has the ability of keeping you gripped to its pages by remaining exciting and thrilling, never slowing down. At times I even found myself trying to decode the riddles and puzzles which were way too clever for me to ever work out, because Cline seriously is a genius in coming up with these. As I said, Ready Player One for me ticked all the boxes: An unique and epic plot. Solid writing. Well-constructed. Science fiction. Great world building. Geeky sub-culture. Well developed and realistic characters. No irritating love triangles, but a well done romance. Humour. Lots of action. Ridiculously fun. So would I recommend it? Absolutely

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,666 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 1 in Cyberpunk 24 in Dystopian 28 in Science Fiction Adventure (Books) |
| Book 1 of 2  | Ready Player One |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (148,678) |
| Dimensions  | 12.7 x 2.4 x 19.7 cm |
| Edition  | 1st |
| ISBN-10  | 0099560437 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0099560432 |
| Item weight  | 265 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 384 pages |
| Publication date  | 5 April 2012 |
| Publisher  | Arrow |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you like retrogaming and 80s references you will love this, guaranteed.
*by G***I on 29 July 2014*

This book is a Willy Wonka Golden Ticket story, set in 2044 amidst a backdrop of futuristic social media and vast amounts of 80s pop culture. It's an absolutely essential read for anyone into retro video games, and would also be enjoyed by any reasonably geeky person who likes 80s music, movie and roleplaying references. I usually critique a book by raising a few points that I felt could be improved, but honestly, everything was spot on for me. The characterisation, humour and pacing were all perfect. The race to win the grand prize is genuinely engaging - I really found myself caught up in the drama of each gate being opened - much like the world's audience in the book itself. The references are incredibly well done which is worthy of note in itself. There would only have had to be a single scene referencing an 80s film that was done badly, for the enjoyment to end and the cringing to start - but it just didn't happen. Time after time (sic) the author drops something in that is just joyously nostalgic. That's not to say I got all the references of course [you'd have to be an Alpha Nerd to get all of them - my own areas of ignorance seem to be with Japanese mecha anime, much to my shame] but it doesn't matter - there is enough in there to please even a moderate geek that is aware that the 80s existed. To me, this is a clear example of a labour of love. Cline has put things in this book that he knows that only one person in fifty will get, and he's done it anyway, as it meant something to him. I think that's part of the secret of why it works - there is no pandering to the masses here, just an extremely original futuristic story brimming with retro charm and zing. I've recommended this to lots of friends, male and female, and they've all loved it too (at least one bought the audiobook version). So, I would say you do need to be a bit of a geek to get the most out of this, but, refreshingly, it appeals equally to both sexes. Not often you can say that!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ready Player One
*by L***Y on 8 March 2017*

This is a spoiler free review, which I’m going to find a little tricky considering I just want to gush about how delightful this book was. In the grim future of the year 2044, the world has become obsessed with living inside the virtual world of the OASIS, an online reality created by the late billionaire James Halliday. Upon the news of his passing, it is revealed that when the OASIS was created, an Easter egg was hidden inside the online universe by Halliday himself, and his entire $250 billion fortune, would go to the player who can find it. The contest however, is not that simple – requiring players to sift through every little detail of the creator’s life and his fixation on 80’s pop culture and videogames, to unravel a series of riddles and clues, leading towards finding the egg. That, and being against big corporations working together who will stop at nothing (and I mean nothing) to acquire it. Are you ready, Player One? Every so often, a book comes along that feels like it was written especially for you. This is what Ready Player One felt like to me. It combined everything I could want from a book and ticked all the boxes. It was a breath of fresh air in science fiction and was unlike anything I’ve ever read before and that being said, it’s worth a read. (No seriously, go and pick it up now) Especially if you’re a giant nerd at heart. The first thing I have to mention is, Cline knows his stuff. From the get go, this book is filled to the brim with nods and references to 80’s pop culture and old school video games, which are the driving force behind its epic plot. Like myself, you don’t have to have grown up in the 80’s to understand any of them as Cline never hesitates to go into details of their relevance to the quest, however we could have done with a little less detail as it gets a bit excessive and repetitive at points when it isn't necessary. The concept of the OASIS fascinated me, and at times I was so engrossed I felt as if I was plugged in with a visor and haptic gloves myself (I wish). Although not always the strongest, the world building was very well executed and not so drastic that it became unbelievable, which many apocalyptic/dystopian novels suffer from. This future is not one that I would want to live in, there’s been an energy crisis, resources have been severely depleted and civilization is in decline, and honestly it’s a little frightening how it’s not impossible that this could happen in our future. The cast of characters are what bought this book to life. Unlike those characters you see from time to time who seem too perfect in every way to exist in the real world, Ready Player One is made up of characters who are not perfect, who aren’t anything special but they’re ordinary and relatable. Wade Watts, alias Parzival our protagonist, is a normal kid, slightly overweight and isn’t doing so great at school, but he’s an exceptional and cunning gamer, and doesn’t shy away from risky but brilliant plans which could end in disaster. The rest of the side characters are just as fabulous and have you laughing throughout, but Wade/Parzival still remains my favourite, because.. well, how could he not be? The pace of this story was excellent. It has the ability of keeping you gripped to its pages by remaining exciting and thrilling, never slowing down. At times I even found myself trying to decode the riddles and puzzles which were way too clever for me to ever work out, because Cline seriously is a genius in coming up with these. As I said, Ready Player One for me ticked all the boxes: An unique and epic plot. Solid writing. Well-constructed. Science fiction. Great world building. Geeky sub-culture. Well developed and realistic characters. No irritating love triangles, but a well done romance. Humour. Lots of action. Ridiculously fun. So would I recommend it? Absolutely

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by H***A on 20 March 2023*

Ready Player One is a thrilling adventure with an intriguing plot, captivating characters, and a unique virtual world. Cline's writing style is exciting and fast-paced, drawing readers into the virtual world of the OASIS. The characters are well-developed and real, and the book has great depth and detail. The story is full of suspense and surprise, and readers will find themselves rooting for Wade and his friends as they battle the corporate villains. It follows the story of Wade Watts, a teenage orphan living in a crowded future-world where the only escape is the virtual universe of the OASIS. When the creator of the OASIS dies, he leaves a challenge to find an Easter egg hidden within the virtual world. When Wade finds the egg, he must battle a powerful corporation to prevent them from taking over the OASIS and destroying it. Overall, Ready Player One is a great read for fans of science fiction and virtual reality. It is a captivating adventure that will keep readers hooked from beginning to end. Highly recommended! Thank you

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