Ready Player One is a science fiction novel written by Ernest Cline. Set in a dystopian future where the real world has become a harsh place, people escape into a virtual reality called the OASIS. The story follows Wade Watts, a teenager who embarks on a quest to find an Easter egg hidden within the OASIS by its creator, James Halliday. Ready Player One is a nostalgic tribute to 1980s pop culture, filled with references to video games, movies, and music. It explores themes of virtual reality, identity, and the power of imagination.