A hybrid of 4x and real time strategy. Build your fleet, complete missions and defend the Dust Zone. As fleet commander, you must make decisions about which technologies to research and what weapons and modules your ships will carry. Then, take them into battle in full 3d real time battles.
Honestly, bounced off it the first time I tried playing it. However, gave it a second chance and really enjoyed it. Loved the ship customization, 3D fleet combat, and even the basic story that gets you invested in the setting.