Scenarios about '1990s culture'
The social, artistic, and technological trends that defined the decade following the Cold War's end. The 1990s saw the rise of grunge and hip-hop music, the early mainstream internet, cable television expansion, and distinct fashion trends alongside significant political shifts toward globalization. This era's cultural elements frequently appear in alternate histories exploring different technological trajectories or geopolitical outcomes following the Soviet collapse.
What If Grunge Never Became Popular?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the Seattle sound failed to break into the mainstream, radically altering the musical landscape of the 1990s and beyond.
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 Michael Jordan Never Played Basketball?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Michael Jordan pursued baseball instead of basketball, forever changing the landscape of professional sports, sneaker culture, and global entertainment in the 1980s-2020s.
What If River Phoenix Lived Longer?
Exploring the alternate timeline where actor River Phoenix survived his drug overdose in 1993, potentially reshaping Hollywood and independent cinema for decades to come.
What If Sega Defeated Nintendo in The Console Wars?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Sega emerged victorious over Nintendo in the 1990s console wars, permanently altering the landscape of the video game industry and digital entertainment.