Reader's Choice:
Space Simulation of the Year

Descent: Freespace - The Great War
Publisher: Interplay
Developer: Volition

"I can't say enough about the good qualities of this game. If you are a fan of space combat sims then you must have this game. It really is the best one currently on the market."
- Matt DeMatteo, GameSpot Player Review

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Runner-up
Independence War
Publisher: Infogrames
Developer: Particle Systems

"Independence War easily surpasses every space sim so far. The graphics are simply among the best available today, while the highly original and intelligent storyline does not interfere with playability."
- Jurgen van Eck, GameSpot Player Review

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The Top Four:

54%
Descent: Freespace

34%
Independence War

11%
X-COM: Interceptor

1%
Ares Rising

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