Thaks for all the replies!

We decided to put an end to the debate by loading up StarControl 1. At the end of the melee, the game declares a "draw" with a question mark displayed on the screen.

Thus, it is a tie.

I'm sure this question was asked before, but it has been the subject of some heated debate recently.

A friend of mine and I regularly hold melee challenges to hone our skills in anticipation of a real StarControl II sequel. Our last battle ended with each team's armada being destroyed except for one heavily damaged Kor-Ah and a Shofixti scout.

So, during the last round of this melee, the Shofixti captain (named Tanaka, I believe) activated his StarGlory device effectively destroying the Kor-Ah ship and ending the melee.

Now, the question is: Is this considered a tie or a victory for the player ending the game with the Shofixti suicide? Keep in mind that the Shofixti's winning theme is played at the end of this round.

What do you guys think?

Should we put this to a vote?