Trucking simulators are a cool new way for people to experience what it’s like to be a trucker.

One unusual trend in the video game industry is the rise of trucking simulators such as American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck simulator. These games put players right in the driver’s seat and enable them to experience the thrilling life of a trucker as they journey across breathtaking landscapes. And we’re not kidding—these games are seriously popular right now. American Truck Simulator, released this past February, has already accumulated 9,500 reviews on the digital distribution platform Steam, 92% of which were positive. So why are trucking simulators so trendy? We’ve set out to find out. (more…)