Contemporary History
Scenarios from 1945 CE to present day
What If Kurt Cobain Never Died?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Kurt Cobain survived his personal struggles in 1994, potentially reshaping the course of rock music, alternative culture, and mental health awareness into the 21st century.
What If Kyiv Developed Different Economic Strategies Post-Soviet Era?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Ukraine pursued a different economic path after independence, potentially transforming it into an Eastern European economic powerhouse rather than facing decades of oligarchic capture and economic struggles.
What If Lagos Implemented Different Urban Planning Strategies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Nigeria's largest city embraced comprehensive urban planning in the mid-20th century, potentially transforming it into a model African metropolis rather than facing the urban challenges that have defined its growth.
What If Las Vegas Diversified Beyond Gaming Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Las Vegas embraced non-gaming entertainment and business diversification decades before the 1990s, potentially reshaping America's entertainment capital and urban development patterns.
What If League of Legends Was Never Developed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Riot Games never created League of Legends, dramatically altering the landscape of esports, gaming culture, and digital entertainment in the 21st century.
What If LeBron James Never Became a Basketball Star?
Exploring the alternate timeline where LeBron James, one of basketball's greatest players, pursued a different path in life, fundamentally altering the NBA landscape, sports marketing, and athlete activism of the 21st century.