If there is anybody suited for developing a game like this, I can't imagine a better group than the slashdot crowd to try and come up with some outstanding proposals, and have the technical expertise to pull this off. This certainly doesn't deserve to get thrown onto the traditional dust heap of educational proposals for a half-baked game that nobody will actually play.""A NASA-based MMO built on a game engine that includes powerful physics capabilities could support accurate in-game experimentation and research. It should simulate real NASA engineering and science missions in a medium that is comfortable and familiar to the majority of students in the United States today. A NASA-based MMO could provide opportunities for students to investigate STEM career paths while participating in engaging game-play. Through a NASA-based MMO, students will gain insight into a wide range of exciting career opportunities and be encouraged to make educational choices that lead them into STEM fields of study and eventually the STEM careers needed to fulfill NASA's Vision for Space Exploration. Learning Technologies is seeking input on how to accomplish those goals."
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No its not (Score:1)
"News" article about RfP (Score:2)
http://www.flightglobal.com/blogs/hyperbola/2008/01/nasa-to-create-its-own-version.html [flightglobal.com]
This article goes into some thoughts and ideas for what could go into a NASA-based game, and mentions some FOSS software that might be compatible already with the basic concept outlined in the RfP. Getting NASA sponsorship might help out in paying some of the bills for a project like this, including paying for server space.
Another link to look at:
http://ipp.gsfc.nasa.g [nasa.gov]