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Top Sci-Fi of 1982

The highest-rated sci-fi of 1982, ranked by community votes on Peakd.

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The Caves of Steel

Science fiction murder mystery novel introducing detective Elijah Baley and robot partner R. Daneel Olivaw

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Deaths End

Third book in the Three-Body Problem Series by Liu Cixin.

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The Naked Sun by Isaac Asimov

Classic sci-fi novel by Isaac Asimov

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I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream by Harlan Ellison

Classic science fiction short story by Harlan Ellison

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The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons

Epic sci-fi novel by Dan Simmons

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2001 A Space Odyssey

Classic science fiction film released in 1968

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Altered

2006 film by Eduardo Sánchez

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Dead Space

2008 video game

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I Am Legend

2007 film directed by Francis Lawrence

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Master of Orion

1993 video game

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Escape Pod

science fiction podcast

Rankings reflect community votes. Daily snapshots preserve historical positions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best sci-fi in 1982?

Based on community votes, The Caves of Steel is the highest-rated sci-fi of 1982, ranked #1 by the community.

How are annual rankings calculated?

Peakd annual rankings reflect trust-weighted community votes. Daily snapshots capture rank positions, and the most recent snapshot for the year is displayed. Rankings cannot be manipulated by companies.

What changed from 1981?

Rankings shift as the community votes. New entrants may appear while others drop. Compare with the 1981 rankings to see movement.

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