I recently read something about an MMO (or MMORPG, not quite sure) which is set in space: Jumpgate Evolution.
I guess it is similar to Freelancer and there will be a beta soon.
I don't know if I am allowed to post a link, so check google.
There are some screenshots on that page, looks incredible.
I too have applied for the beta. You have no idea how much I desire a new space sim. Not that FL and Disco arnt good its just you know, I like a change of pace.
EVE has issues...............The biggest the half hour of tutorial on ecomics before you even get to space. After close to a hour I still wasn't instructed how to fly my ship. I gave up out of boredom........