Yep, its time for yet another pre-order offer that the kids are all talking about. This time its for Gratuitous Space Battles, the upcoming space-based strategy-management game from indie developer Positech Games. The developer wants you (yes, even you in the back) to give up $19.95 of your hard-earned money for the game up front before its release.

However, it's taking a page from the Stardock rulebook on pre-orders by allowing folks who put their money where their mouth is to check out the beta of the game ahead of time. There's no word yet on when the game itself will be released. If you are not inclined to take a risk with your money don't fret; a free demo of Gratuitous Space Battles is promised for release before the full game.