Visuals are good, the engine runs great, and the gameplay is solid with two very different factions.

Its very like the original, only better which i also love. It has improved alot however, and i enjoy the sequel alot more.

This game is, for me, THE neckbeard space game. It combines the control elements of freelancer, with the gameplay of the good old elite games. It even incorporates empire building, which although isnt as complex or as in depth as X£ is still satisfying. The game has alot more 'soul' than X3, and i personally prefer it.

Expect a large learning curve, and expect to set your own goals as the game REALLY doesnt babysit you. Start with this in mind, and you'll find a rough gem of a game, a true sequel to Elite II.

An expansion for Men of War basically. The singleplayer is not as good as the first on red tide, but thats not the purpose of assault squad. The coop multiplayer is its aim, and its done flawlessly, a huge improvement over the original coop mode in Men of War. It is more stable, balanced, and overall fun to play cooperatively with friends.

In other words, just get it and get in touch!