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   Action Game of the Year, Nominees

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Descent 3
Publisher: Interplay
Developer: Outrage Entertainment
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The third installment in the Descent series combines a great single-player game with a comprehensive set of multiplayer features.



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Quake III Arena
Publisher: Activision
Developer: id Software
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The sixth first-person shooter from id Software abandons the traditional single-player component to deliver the finest deathmatch game ever.



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Rayman 2: The Great Escape
Publisher: Ubi Soft
Developer: Ubi Soft
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A 3D platform game in the tradition of Super Mario 64 and Banjo Kazooie, Rayman 2 features inventive worlds and diverse gameplay.



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Unreal Tournament
Publisher: GT Interactive
Developer: Epic Games
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Epic Games' multiplayer-centric action game features excellent map design, great weapon balance, and five types of multiplayer competition.



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The Wheel of Time
Publisher: GT Interactive
Developer: Legend Entertainment
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Generally known for its adventure games, Legend Entertainment brings Robert Jordan's fantasy world to life with this Unreal-engine-based first-person shooter.

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