January
FreeSpace 2
Volition shipped FreeSpace 2 a month early, a feat unheard-of in an industry plagued by high-profile games that are late coming to market.
FreeSpace 2 received many industry awards, including Sim of the Year and Game of the Year honors from many well-respected industry news sources.
March
Volition hires its 40th employee
September
Freespace 2 released
Ships one month early.
