OMG, excuse me Z(+)DIAC and Jeriko_Cherry, but I think Far Cry had a bit more than just nice water! What about the seamless 3D display of the tree covered mountains? I haven't even got a high end machine but the graphics were still an absolute triumph. It was the game play though, that really...
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My vote goes to FarCry. I must admit I'm a !!!!!!, but I never recovered from being blown away by:
1. Outdoor scenes look great and cheaper than going to the maldives. Besides, you can't shoot guns there anyway.
2. Immersive game play. A high degree of stealth is required, which is...