Closed beta testing of PlanetWar is now underway, offering the chance to check out this MMO space combat game. If you are interested in playing, you can sign up on this page (though it has a so-so Web of Trust rating). They say the beta will include multiple events including a special gift event where players will receive VIP codes. Here's a bit on the game: "Planet War draws inspiration from famous sci-fi novels and their heroes, creating a futuristic strategy game to appeal to the many sci-fi fans of the known galaxy."