Considered by many to be among the worst video games ever created, Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing is preparing to make a surprising comeback on Steam. This infamous title has long been a contender for the "worst game of all time" title, rivaling even the likes of E.T. for the Atari 2600, which is often blamed for contributing to the 1983 video game crash.

Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing gained notoriety for its numerous technical flaws, from game-breaking bugs to frequent crashes. Its poor quality has been widely criticized by players and critics alike, earning it a place in popular web series like The Angry Video Game Nerd. Now, a recent Steam update suggests a new release of the game is imminent.

A Steam update reveals that Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing will soon be available on the platform. Indications suggest this will be a direct port of the original game, retaining even notorious typos like "You're Winner."  The game's low system requirements and screenshots further support this theory. The Steam page confirms a Q2 release window for this year.

This Steam release significantly increases the accessibility of this infamous game.  Previously, Big Rigs was difficult to obtain, having been a Walmart-exclusive physical PC release with no official digital distribution. Its reputation precedes it, having once held the dubious distinction of being Metacritic's lowest-rated game, with some reviewers advocating for a 0/10 score.  Its terrible state has since become fodder for online communities, providing comedic material for many content creators.

Despite its infamy, the re-release of Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing on Steam contributes to game preservation efforts.  While online platforms have offered a haven for smaller, often overlooked titles, the closure of digital storefronts like the Nintendo 3DS eShop demonstrates the risk of losing these games to time. Steam, boasting a vast library exceeding 100,000 games, provides a platform for preserving even titles as infamous as Big Rigs, allowing players to revisit a unique piece of gaming history.