Descent: Freespace demo for Windows

Name: Descent: Freespace demo
Rating: 4.4 (45 reviews)
Author: Parallax Software

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Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

Experience a dynamic universe in this hard-core space combat simulation. Engage in realistic battles with advanced weaponry and squad communication.

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Pros
- Detailed and dynamic universe simulation
- Heat and aspect-seeking missiles
- Voice and text squad communication
- Configurable HUD with peripheral view
- Full keyboard and joystick configurability
Cons
- Only three missions in the minicampaign
- Demo patch recommended for performance

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GENERAL

Release: May 13, 1998

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 95
Windows 10
Windows NT

Additional Requirements: Pentium-133, Windows 95 with DirectX 5.0 or Windows NT with DirectX 3.0, 32MB RAM, 45MB disk space

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Total Downloads: 124,861

Downloads Last Week: 10

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User Reviews

4.4/5

45 User Votes

cool demo 3 levels then the standard ending movie
epifanytoiletOctober 30, 2011
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I expected more from this software
tarabunkinsMarch 21, 2006
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I did not like the user interface and controls
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March 14, 2003
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January 24, 2003
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Best thing ever on PC
January 2, 2003
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This is the best thing ever that has come out on PC. I have both Freespace - The Great War including its expansion pack and Freespace 2. This is the best of the best. This game is simply AWESOME. I wish there was Freespace 3, perhaps they will make one. Only time will tell. The demo is only a small portion of the game. The full game is simply AWESOME.
November 15, 2002
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buy it now!!!!!!!!!!!!!! its in stores now its only cost $10
its cool
September 22, 2002
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Best game ever!!!
September 10, 2002
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Great Graphics, Great Plot, Great Designs...the only problem is that there's no Freespace 3!
CNet strikes again--all the good reviews are from the same non-english speaking person
August 16, 2002
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I'll check back in 6 months. Unless CNet starts moderating these reviews to filter out the idiots wasting their web server space, I won't be getting anything off this site.
Best spacefight sim I've ever played
April 8, 2002
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Developer’s Description

By Parallax Software

Fight the good fight in this hard-core space combat simulation.

Descent: FreeSpace--The Great War promises a detailed and dynamic universe, taking space combat sims to new levels of action and realism. You run three missions in a minicampaign using four Terran ship classes, including GTF Apollo Fighter, GTC Fenris Cruiser, GTT Elysium Transport, and GTS Centaur support craft. Your weapons include heat- and aspect-seeking missiles--perfect for blasting aliens out of the sky. You can communicate with voice or text messages to other players in your squad, as well as locate them visually through your peripheral view, which you can access through the fully configurable HUD display. The game also features action-driven digital music, full briefings, and voice debriefings. It includes full keyboard and joystick configurability and context-sensitive help and supports Glide and software-based renderers. Download the demo patch for improved performance.

Descent: Freespace demo for Windows

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User Reviews

cool demo 3 levels then the standard ending movie

I expected more from this software

Best thing ever on PC

its cool

Best game ever!!!

CNet strikes again--all the good reviews are from the same non-english speaking person

Best spacefight sim I've ever played

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