The exceptional space sim/RPG called X2: The Threat, impressed many of us with its open-ended gameplay amidst beautiful galactic landscapes. The game delievered where so many space trading games have failed in the past. You could build your own fleet, trade, combat and do pretty much anything you pleased. Now X2 is set to get better, as long as the bug fixes don't break the game, of course. There's a patch planned for release today that promises "player operated docks, a new Xenon invasion mission, the ability to capture alien ships, and a new "Artificial Life" engine that makes the game world more dynamic and life-like." Keep your eyes open for it.
