Enemy Engaged: Commanche vs. Hokum got me interested in the ChiComs and their threat to Taiwan, Japan and ultimatly the U.S.
Heavy Gear II was a mecha game I played from 1998 to 2002. I played online and led a squad-sized "clan,"; using effective tactics and communications to defeat the opposing force.
Mechwarrior II was the first ever PC-CD game I ever played. It was a lot more than just shooting other mechs, you had to manage a lot such as heat, ammunition etc. Mechwarrior 2: Mercenaries was all of that plus part management sim.
Isn't Paul Denton the Character from Deus Ex?