It's full first person 3D, supports VR natively, and lets you explore the galaxy to you're hearts content. Assuming you finish the tutorial, which is almost required and really is quite needed for a first time player. However, the sentiment that it feels like a job is true. So if you're into that kind of game, you'll get kick. Though the VR mode tended to make me feel pretty sick despite having found my VR legs for a slew of other games.