I’m curious what users feel makes a great sci-fi story. What elements do you feel “make or break” the story specifically where sci-fi is concerned? For me, I really enjoyed the Expanse series, as it feels like there’s a sort of “believability” to it all. The authors make everything seem very realistic, even if some of the descriptions and physics are made up.
What is it about your favorite sci-fi books and shows that make them your favorites?
I’m the same. I like hard science fiction. Or hardcore science fiction. You bend a few rules. But then you take them to their logical conclusions. The story and the people are used to demonstrate what this thought experiment does to the universe.
I’ve especially enjoyed Larry Niven’s books, he has this very hardcore science approach.