X3

[Drewcifer]

Strictly single player. And it is fascinating, though a huge timesink

Yes. The real world as you know it will be gone. As you take on your fictional persona in the universe of X3. Its really difficult to get into, as far as the learning curve is like running straight into a wall. For a first time play running through the terran defender start is a good place.. a few missions in and you have an m6 that will get you under way to whatever goals you see fit to set.