It has all the bits and pieces - trading, RPG-like evolution, a decent combat, plenty solar systems, a interesting story, a nice control scheme. Missions are decently short - you can hop in and do a mission-or two in 10-15 minutes. Trading is very intuitive and simple - but you dont have to do much grinding to afford equipment. You can choose your fighting style - focus on automate turrets, missile or cannons - or choose a combo. Story is not too simple, but not overcomplicated - and it drives you forward. And, for me it was a plus that it was a ending in sight - I finished the story in like 50-60 hours. Also it has decent graphs. All and all, it's a must for both space sim enthusiasts, and the ones scared by giant space operas like X series...
