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While previous incarnations of the X series have been fun but somewhat lacking, especially in the AI/universe-that-feels-alive section (which also means they were glorified sandboxes instead of challenging games as such), this may finally be something really great. I've been wanting to play a "corporate Elite-like" game for a very long time, and if this game can deliver, I know what I'lll be doing for Christmas break. ~D
Anyway, I just thought to bring it to the attention of fellow open-ended-gameplay fans.
Cheers,