Grand Theft Auto III and Metal Gear Solid 2. What a year.
Look at all the edgy GAFers not voting for GTA3. Fo shame.
Look at all the edgy GAFers not voting for GTA3. Fo shame.
Diablo 2: LOD followed by Devil May Cry and Baldur's Gate: ToB
In hindsight though, Devil May Cry offered the more unique experience overall (and immediate "WOW!" factor), since LOD just enhanced the gameplay that I'd been playing for a while anyway.