I can't say much about the story, as any bit would be considered a spoiler. The whole game is about unraveling the story and finding out what's going on. You have a ship, a solar system, and your wits. Using your handy ship log, you can keep track of story tidbits you find, and where you may need to head to next. It involves a decent bit of thinking, and if you get lost, just try looking somewhere else for a bit. It's a fantastic way to tell a story.