Asked by: Olivia Wallis

A specific group of parallel universes is called a multiverse. The fantasy genre has long employed parallel universes and alternate realities with Diana Wynne Jones’ Chrestomanci series, Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials and Stephen King’s Dark Tower series being quality examples.

What does alternate reality mean?

Alternate reality is often a synonym for parallel universes in fiction. Alternate reality may also refer to: Alternate Realities (Cherryh), a 2000 anthology of science fiction by C. J. Cherryh. Alternate Reality (series), a role-playing video game series started in 1985 with two of several intended games released.

What are alternate realities called?

A parallel universe, also known as a parallel dimension, alternate universe, or alternate reality, is a hypothetical self-contained plane of existence, co-existing with one’s own. The sum of all potential parallel universes that constitute reality is often called a “multiverse”.

How do I get to alternate realities?

Another possible option to travel to the future is based on gravity. According to Einstein's theory gravity slows down time.