Ready Player One is a science fiction novel written by Ernest Cline. The story is set in a dystopian future where people escape the harsh reality by immersing themselves in a virtual reality called the OASIS. The protagonist, Wade Watts, embarks on a quest to find an Easter egg hidden within the OASIS by its creator, which promises immense wealth and power. Ready Player One is a nostalgic tribute to 1980s pop culture and has been adapted into a successful film directed by Steven Spielberg.