If you are an X series fan, chances are you won't like this installment. If you're new, avoid it at all cost. The devs hoped to attract newcomers to the series and easier to get into by making X Rebirth more shooter-oriented with lighter emphasis on its trading/econ roots. However, that doesn't work out here, for it is still too complex a game for the lighthearted shooter fans. The bottom line is, if you are an X series vet, you better stick with X3; if you're a newcomer wanting to get into this renowned series, stick with X3; if you're looking more for an great story and extraordinary shooter, treat yourself to Freespace 2 (and its modern-day graphics mod) from the list on the right.
There are bad days, and there are legendary bad days... And this ain't one of them. Bargain price, DRM-free, superb gameplay, developer's commentaries, and all the more Riddick. Need to say more?
This game is under-appreciated for a good reason. While playable, and fully functional, everything else about it is painfully cumbersome. Other than poor mechanics, it also got a non-likable protagonist, useless tag-along female lead, and an all out dumb plot. Bought this game while in discount, but still, felt like a waste. So move along people, nothing to see here. While moving away from this disaster of a game, remember to pick up Freespace1/2 up on the way out. Now that's a timeless flight-sim.
