Brilliant followup game!
Pronunciation: 'mas-t&r-"pEs
Function: noun
Definition: A work done with extraordinary skill.
Webster has basically summed up what I had trouble with. Freespace 2 is the followup to Descent Freespace. It is also a primary example of the correct way to make a game.
Gameplay: 10
Freespace to has everything to immerse you in its story and more. This is the kind of game you stay up until the God-awful hours of the morning playing. The controls, though difficult to learn, are smooth as butter once you get used to them and customize them for yourself.
Graphics:10
Incredible. Though dated, Freespace 2 put out the kind of graphical quality that keeps people coming back for more. With capital ships the size of city blocks with the graphical quality to see each individual window, it amazes me that this game is older than 7 years.
Sound: 10
Volition took the time to custom create sound FX for Freespace. I'd say it paid off pretty well. Each engine of each ship has a custom sound to it. From the high scream of an interceptor, to the faint hum of a recon, to the bass growl of a heavy bomber. Simply amazing.
Value: 10
I've had this game for 6 years. I still play it don't I?
Freespace is a tremendous game that deserves respect and recognition. Unfortunately, it just couldn't muster up any of those things. That is why it will go down as a forgotten gem of a game. And that's a damn shame.