Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sci-Fi Countdown?
Sci-Fi Countdown (scificountdown.com) is a fan-made website that lets you track live countdowns to major events across popular science fiction stories. Timers tick down in real-time, treating fictional timelines as if they were real future history.
How do I choose an event?
Use the dropdown menus to first pick a story, then select an event. A random event is selected each time you load the page.
How are event times handled?
If the precise hour or minute of an event is unknown, our countdown runs to the start of that calendar day in UTC. This ensures the timer stays consistent while acknowledging that fictional timelines rarely specify exact times.
Are these official timelines?
No. We gather dates from published lore, guides, and community-compiled timelines. However, these may vary across different sources and continuities. Treat these countdowns as a fun approximation rather than an official record.
Are you affiliated with the rights holders?
No. Sci-Fi Countdown is an independent fan project. We are not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by any of the creators, publishers, or rights holders of the stories listed. All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their respective owners.
Will more stories be added?
Yes. We plan to expand with more stories and events over time to keep things interesting. The goal is to cover a wide range of beloved science fiction universes.
Can I submit my own events?
Not at this time. For now, all events are curated by us to ensure accuracy and consistency. In the future, we may consider a submission system.
Last updated: September 2025