I haven't had this much fun in a long time, and it caused me immense pain to drag myself away from Darkstar One to even write this review. This game is incredible - the game universe is huge and beautiful, and the gameplay is superbly non-linear and varied. Want to be a pirate or a smuggler? Go ahead! The story and free play intertwine seamlessly, and the space combat is terrific as well. I can't reccommend this game highly, and for under $10, there is no excuse for not owning this game.