Wing Commander IV: The Price of Freedom

This is one of the few games that actually successfully manages to integrate a lot of FMV into the action, mostly because it uses trained film actors and directors.

The combat is straightforward, fluid, and entertaining.

The characters are as believable and memorable as they come.

The orchestrated music -- just perfect.

Finally, its enthralling story is both deep and plausible -- a combination that is often lost in modern games.

There is simply no reason not to play this game and, once you do start playing, you will find it hard to think of a reason why you should stop.