
On the plus side I got 1 challenge and 1 ship layout unlocked - the Engi ship with only one person piloting, the rest are system repair/med bots. That is a very difficult layout to play as. All of your weapons are more powerful, but they take more time to load, and don't seem to be as effective as the smaller, under powered weapons.
I have to say (again) this game is $10 well spent.
Edit: This game is bullshit. I still have yet to beat it on easy.