CutterJohn

Most space games, X included, tend to have a completely space based economy, and the planets are just pretty baubles in the skybox. Is X:R similar in this regard, or do planets play some role in the game world/economy beyond being obstacles?

I'm not saying have planetary landings(though of course it wouldn't hurt my feelings at all!), but even something like EVE Onlines planetary interactions would be cool.

An MMO would likely suck, but I can't help but imagine how awesome a smaller scale co-op you can play with a couple friends would be. Rather like Minecraft, in that regard.. A minecraft MMO would suck, but with 2-3 buddies it is amazing.