Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing

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4.1

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1269 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 26 out of 1269
  3. Negative: 746 out of 1269
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  1. Rikdyou
    Nov 15, 2011
    4
    So bad its worth playing.

    Thats my opinion on Big Rigs. Sure this game is unimpressive in many fronts. Gameplay, Graphics, Story, eerything which makes up a good game is COMPLETELY absent here. Whats left you ask? A blast of a time which constantly suprises you with its terrible game design and AI. Im sure you'e heard about the mountains and the reverse driving and the cliiping through    So bad its worth playing.

    Thats my opinion on Big Rigs. Sure this game is unimpressive in many fronts. Gameplay, Graphics, Story, eerything which makes up a good game is COMPLETELY absent here. Whats left you ask?

    A blast of a time which constantly suprises you with its terrible game design and AI.

    Im sure you'e heard about the mountains and the reverse driving and the cliiping through objects, so il save you the trouble of reading it again.

    Although DEFINITELY a very poorly designed game, you have to admit, you DID have a lot of fun playing it for half an hour before you threw it in the trash.

    If you still have this game, your winner!    … Expand
  2. NameOfAccount
    Sep 9, 2018
    4
    With an overabundance of high-octane sports car games, a semi-trailer racer sounds like a tantalizing breath of fresh air; we can easily imagine a thrilling high-stakes semi-themed Crazy Taxi-style game smuggling cargo and outrunning the cops being a blast to play. Unfortunately, this one underwent an extremely rushed development that left little more than a tech demo in its wake. GraphicsWith an overabundance of high-octane sports car games, a semi-trailer racer sounds like a tantalizing breath of fresh air; we can easily imagine a thrilling high-stakes semi-themed Crazy Taxi-style game smuggling cargo and outrunning the cops being a blast to play. Unfortunately, this one underwent an extremely rushed development that left little more than a tech demo in its wake. Graphics never got beyond placeholder art, physics are primitive, and the promised CB element is nonexistent. A shame; perhaps now with advanced game engines like UE and Unity available the staff can regroup and truly realise their vision. We've seen worse, but as it is, there's nothing to see here.… Expand
  3. CroReviews
    Mar 25, 2014
    3
    This is the kinda thing you DO NOT WANNA TOUCH OR BUY, because, giving 40$ for this is ridicolous.
    Gameplay consists of no music, broken AI, no hit detection, and the "amusing" You're Winner screen. Did I mention that you can drive on steep hills and drive out of the map? No matter how random all this sounds, this is a funny game. I enjoyed. If you want a cheap laugh and some mediocre    This is the kinda thing you DO NOT WANNA TOUCH OR BUY, because, giving 40$ for this is ridicolous.
    Gameplay consists of no music, broken AI, no hit detection, and the "amusing" You're Winner screen. Did I mention that you can drive on steep hills and drive out of the map? No matter how random all this sounds, this is a funny game. I enjoyed. If you want a cheap laugh and some mediocre fun, download it, don't buy, please.    … Expand
  4. PasiMetaAho
    May 26, 2022
    3
    Better than pubg, this actually makes you laugh instead of hoping to get run over by a truck.
  5. Genetic_Inferno
    Nov 9, 2010
    2
    Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing is in a league of its own. With no audio, no collision detection, no artificial intelligence and no purpose at all, Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing is hands down the worst game of all time. Yet I had to give it a two simply because it made me laugh beyond belief.

    Blend this **** before its too late.
  6. Zilcell
    May 10, 2012
    2
    I'm glad I didn't buy this unfinished crap.
  7. SilentINU
    Jun 22, 2013
    2
    So i checked this game, after seeing it's in the top worst rated ever. So now i see why, no point at all, terrible controls and yes i will give this a 2 because it made me laugh a lot, i couldn't stop laughing because there are things that are so bad that can be good in some way! Overall i give a 15%.
  8. ThisMustBeHalo
    Jan 4, 2014
    2
    This has got to be one of the worst games ever. The only reason I'm not giving it a 0 is because it is hilariously bad. There is no collision, and you can literally go up a cliff face and not lose any speed. The only bit that kind of works is the AI opponent, and even that tends to break. If you go in reverse, you will accelerate to speeds well over Mach 2. But then, as soon as you releaseThis has got to be one of the worst games ever. The only reason I'm not giving it a 0 is because it is hilariously bad. There is no collision, and you can literally go up a cliff face and not lose any speed. The only bit that kind of works is the AI opponent, and even that tends to break. If you go in reverse, you will accelerate to speeds well over Mach 2. But then, as soon as you release the back arrow key, you stop. If you actually manage to finish a race, you get a picture of a trophy(that could've very easily been from Google Images) and a lame message-"YOU'RE WINNER". I then tried to race again, on a different track. I instantly won. I seriously loaded up the map, watched the countdown, and I won. This game is embarrassingly bad, however, if you need a quick laugh, pick it up. I guarantee you that you will nearly fall off your chair laughing at how bad it is.… Expand
  9. Mememaker
    May 15, 2019
    2
    This game is BAD, I'd say even worse then Bubsy, however it has some good things about it, overall though this game should of
    never existed
  10. Phenomcritic
    Jun 23, 2020
    2
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  11. TLCritic
    Jun 28, 2020
    2
    Es un juego que no entro ni a la fase alfa por lo que varias cosas están desglosadas No hay colliders en casi ningún objeto y las físicas no existen
  12. BigManReviewer
    Jun 9, 2023
    2
    I mean it's still better than overwatch 2, you gotta give it that. .
  13. CannonfeedY.
    Apr 4, 2008
    1
    To be honest, I haven't even played this game, and accordingly to the reviews I've seen on youtube I'm not even going to. I don't want to say it's a complete failure, after all, a game's purpose is to entertain, and yes, watching these videos made me laugh. What I find pretty pathetic is how less effort the developers put into the game just to earn some To be honest, I haven't even played this game, and accordingly to the reviews I've seen on youtube I'm not even going to. I don't want to say it's a complete failure, after all, a game's purpose is to entertain, and yes, watching these videos made me laugh. What I find pretty pathetic is how less effort the developers put into the game just to earn some peoples money who didn't know how AWFUL it is. I'll give it a 1, because the developers DID at least something after all: They made laugh me ass off about their failure, yeah.… Expand
  14. ChrisK.
    Oct 11, 2009
    1
    Lot's of reviews show they hate this game, but none of them say why. First of all there is no clipping so you go thru buildings, bridges, trucks, and even the very boundries of the map. There is no account for gravity so you can take a hill going 80mph. There is no speed cap for going backwords so you can get up to 5000mph before it crashes, yet when you let go of the button it stops Lot's of reviews show they hate this game, but none of them say why. First of all there is no clipping so you go thru buildings, bridges, trucks, and even the very boundries of the map. There is no account for gravity so you can take a hill going 80mph. There is no speed cap for going backwords so you can get up to 5000mph before it crashes, yet when you let go of the button it stops on a dime. The AI and one of the maps are broken making the game further pointless. This is not even talking about the terrible graphics! THE worst game of all time hands down, and for that I guess can deserve some reward.… Expand
  15. JamesB.
    Feb 3, 2010
    1
    This game (and I use the term loosely) is interesting for two reasons: Firstly, It is the only game that I have ever gotten because it is bad. Secondly, It is the only game that I know of that is so bad, so definitively abhorrent, that it starts to approach something worthwhile. While this is in no way a recommendation for purchase (you would be better to use the cash to start a fire This game (and I use the term loosely) is interesting for two reasons: Firstly, It is the only game that I have ever gotten because it is bad. Secondly, It is the only game that I know of that is so bad, so definitively abhorrent, that it starts to approach something worthwhile. While this is in no way a recommendation for purchase (you would be better to use the cash to start a fire under your crotch), I do holeheartedly suggest this game be gotten by "other means" as it is, if anything, worth a few laughs with friends. Hell, you might even be able to turn it into a drinking game.… Expand
  16. BrainRecall
    Apr 7, 2004
    1
    I didn't give it a zero because I find the game to be worthwhile. Let me explain. Firstly, Big Rigs has set a low point for which all games will now be compared with. I seriously doubt anyone could make a game quite as worse and still have it work. Speaking of working, even though nearly everything in the game is broken, it all works. Meaning, I can actually play the game and it I didn't give it a zero because I find the game to be worthwhile. Let me explain. Firstly, Big Rigs has set a low point for which all games will now be compared with. I seriously doubt anyone could make a game quite as worse and still have it work. Speaking of working, even though nearly everything in the game is broken, it all works. Meaning, I can actually play the game and it doesn't kill my computer. Big Rigs also sets the standard for patches. The v1.0 patch does fix some things (all maps work, the competitor truck actually moves, and sound has appeard). Unfortunetly, the patch needs a patch. The competitor never finishes the track. It stops right before the finish, allowing you to always win. Sounds are distribuingly bad, with it cracking constantly (for some reason there is a crash sound, although, it is impossible to crash since they did not fix the clipping). Also, for some reason, they XYZ coordinates now appear on the screen. Again though, the patch doens't kill my computer, which is a Good Thing(tm). Finally, Big Rigs allows you to violate the laws of physics! Well, not just violate them, totally destroy them. How does the secenery look like when it's zooming by at over 1 TRILLION MILES PER HOUR? Well, I could tell, if my truck would still appear on the screen. (Note: 1.01 trillion MPH roughly equals 1,500 times the speed of light. How intresting.) Face it, Big Rigs is here to stay, as a cult-classic for the worst and most incomplete game ever released. I'll give a golf clap to Stellar Stone for that achievment. *softly claps*… Expand
  17. Spartan234
    Jun 30, 2006
    1
    Utterly atrocious. The only reason why I didn't give it a zero was because it was so bad it was funny. No AI, no collision detection, no physics, no sound, and everything else that there IS in this game is just laughable. That said, this is a must-buy for masochists and "laugh-seekers", but everyone else should stay far, far away.
  18. ChrisH.
    Mar 24, 2008
    1
    What is there to be played should never be played by anyone, and what is there to crash your computer should be seen as a welcome change on your monitor. This game should be laughed at, that's all there is to it. I give it a 1, for making me chuckle.
  19. KevinF
    Oct 7, 2009
    1
    Ok, I'll honestly give this is 1 since they put some shred of effort into making this game, since it did involve the copying of the game files from a computer to a disk. However, the rest of it is garbage, garbage, more garbage, and a place in my memory as the worst game of all time... or at least the worst one I have ever played. Where to begin is difficult. I mean, the game made me Ok, I'll honestly give this is 1 since they put some shred of effort into making this game, since it did involve the copying of the game files from a computer to a disk. However, the rest of it is garbage, garbage, more garbage, and a place in my memory as the worst game of all time... or at least the worst one I have ever played. Where to begin is difficult. I mean, the game made me laugh, it honestly did, just the fact that I reached the speed of light going backwards in a truck outside of the maps reletive area just adds to the mopre fun of it. So we'll begin with the theory of the game racing. What race you ask? Well, I ask that too quite frankly, since there practically is no race. Its you driving what appears to be a truck, but I question the authenticity of that as well. So when you begin, you get the big GO sign, and as you begin to move, you notice your opponent lags behind, actually, they just don't move at all. Oh and here is kicker, if you win, well "win", you get a nice award saying "YOU'RE WINNER!" Isn't that something? Oh yeah, so now we go to graphics. : / The graphics are quite primitive compared to most games at that time, partially because the game was released in aplha staging so the programming of it did not come out to well, neither did our graphics. So being the game wzas realeased in alpha, it did not come out good, but I'm sadly being repetitive, my main ideal is that the graphics are not good, and do not compliment the games in either way. This is probably already TL;DR so I'll end it here and let one of you other reviewers continue with the reviewing. This game is bad, it's absolute crap, and its an abomination to games world-wide. It gets a "supposedly official" score of 2. 1 for effort, or for lack of it but they still did put effort in, and 2 for for being a comical bundle of fun.… Expand
  20. JimR.
    Oct 18, 2006
    1
    My roommate just bought this game and trust me, do not play it. Now I have a new comeback, Example: I may have forgotten to do that college paper, but YOU bought big rigs.
  21. WilliamT.
    Jan 28, 2008
    1
    Although absolutely terrible, Big Rigs manages to get a 1/10 for the laughs it induces when people play it.
  22. wencelaus
    Nov 16, 2010
    1
    After playing this game, you'll wonder what the hell happened to you. This game makes "driving through town" take on a whole new meaning. I've always wondered what it would be like driving 20,000 MPH in reverse up a sheer cliff face, but now I know. I can think of no other game that makes you want to bang your head on your keyboard, or shoot high-powered weapons, or kick empty beer cansAfter playing this game, you'll wonder what the hell happened to you. This game makes "driving through town" take on a whole new meaning. I've always wondered what it would be like driving 20,000 MPH in reverse up a sheer cliff face, but now I know. I can think of no other game that makes you want to bang your head on your keyboard, or shoot high-powered weapons, or kick empty beer cans into a drainage ditch. This is precisely why it sold 20,000 copies.… Expand
  23. Ansatsu83
    Feb 11, 2013
    1
    This game seriously got an 8 out of 100? Really? 1 out of 100 at most... I really dont think I nee to explain any more on this one but sadly I think I do. When this game was released as a budget title it included no collision, tons of bugs, and a whole host of issues. How quality control ever let this product out is beyond me... Better question to ask would be, "What quality control."This game seriously got an 8 out of 100? Really? 1 out of 100 at most... I really dont think I nee to explain any more on this one but sadly I think I do. When this game was released as a budget title it included no collision, tons of bugs, and a whole host of issues. How quality control ever let this product out is beyond me... Better question to ask would be, "What quality control." No... GOD NO!!!!!… Expand
  24. BlogDog123
    Nov 3, 2011
    1
    I recently got to play this, and boy is it awful. To the muddy graphics to the nonexistent AI, this game is downright horrible. It's no suprise that this game is considered one of the worst.
  25. Good-Smurf
    Nov 22, 2011
    1
    Uh...I don't know what to say about this game.
    Let's just say if you like game glitch this game got you covered.
    Be able to drive a big rig truck that knew no bounds in gravity,speed,physics and it defines the new meaning of how bad and low or fast or dirty a game can be.
  26. viegasn
    Apr 25, 2012
    1
    Terrible!
    It's the only word to describe this game. It's just so terribly bad! I can not stand playing it. This is not those who are trying to sell, go straight to the trash.
    Just do not take a 0 for a reason. is so bad that even becomes fun. And that makes me just sad ...
  27. lol333
    Apr 25, 2012
    1
    ah,there is no solid object in this game -it absolutely pisses me off every time i play it -though it's good for your health-'cos laughter is the best medicine
  28. Gravelord
    Feb 1, 2013
    1
    Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing is an absolute disaster that should be left destroyed and burnt in a hole in the desert and then buried under 10 tons of concrete. This game is the definition of bad. The only other thing I can say is that if you like really and I mean REALLY bad games then this game will be you're true love and desire. Oh and did I mention that the game is bad I just need toBig Rigs: Over the Road Racing is an absolute disaster that should be left destroyed and burnt in a hole in the desert and then buried under 10 tons of concrete. This game is the definition of bad. The only other thing I can say is that if you like really and I mean REALLY bad games then this game will be you're true love and desire. Oh and did I mention that the game is bad I just need to make sure everybody understands this. DO NOT GET THIS GAME OR YOU WILL SNAP YOUR OWN NECK!!!! 1/10-Epic Fail.… Expand
  29. CheckGamesList
    Jul 31, 2013
    1
    All the messing around here is unnecessary. First of all, this game is ten years old, and most of you guys are reviewing in the past few years.
    The graphics are bad, the realism is very off, and the game has too many bugs to count. Still, if you compare it to the mindless flash games which are played for a minute, then you'll have something to more or less compare to.
  30. lach1223
    Nov 4, 2013
    1
    If there was ever a list of games to avoid, this game would come out on top. Almost everything about this game is bad although it is good for a laugh. The graphics, gameplay, sound…. It’s supposed to be a racing game and the AI truck doesn't even move!!! The game also doesn't have collision detection so you can go right through buildings (don't imitate what you can do in games in real lifeIf there was ever a list of games to avoid, this game would come out on top. Almost everything about this game is bad although it is good for a laugh. The graphics, gameplay, sound…. It’s supposed to be a racing game and the AI truck doesn't even move!!! The game also doesn't have collision detection so you can go right through buildings (don't imitate what you can do in games in real life kids) You are also able to accelerate up completely vertical mountains at no loss of speed and are able to break suddenly even if travelling at fast speed. I must admit though it would be pretty cool if I could climb vertical mountains in real life without loss of speed. Where can I get myself one of these trucks? The best thing about this game though is that it makes a great present for someone you hate or want to torture. Don’t egg their house or their car or set fire to their letterbox; just give them a copy of Big Rigs. They’ll be sorry they ever messed around with you!… Expand
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6

Overwhelming dislike - based on 6 Critic Reviews

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  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 6 out of 6
  1. Multiplayer.it
    Jun 26, 2025
    5
    Simply one of the worst games ever made, in all of his glory.
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  2. Cheat Code Central
    10
    Imagine a game that would make "Smokey and the Bandit" look like Gilbert and Sullivan. I know it's difficult to imagine but Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing is so pathetic it makes a sandpaper-and-vinegar enema sound positively delightful. Not that I would know.
  3. G4 TV
    0
    This is hands-down, the worst videogame to ever see the light of day. Really.
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