18 Wheels of Steel: Extreme Trucker

SCS Software

Rank: #4 / 12
Released: 2009
Studio: SCS Software
Genre: simulation video game

At a glance

18 Wheels of Steel: Extreme Trucker is a single-player truck-driving simulation from SCS Software, released in 2009. Players haul cargo through three demanding environments: ice, dry desert and jungle. The loads range from diamonds to oil pipes and include oversized, high-risk and other challenging cargo. More than 25 rigs and over 30 load types are listed. Deliveries have deadlines, and the driving tasks include backing up to loading docks, managing fuel and maintaining trucks. The game frames each route as a high-stakes job where mistakes can be costly. It is available for Windows and includes Steam Family Sharing. Cosmi Valusoft is listed as publisher. The listed gameplay focuses on transporting difficult cargo across hazardous terrain while building a reputation and an empire in remote parts of the world. Its simulation genre and single-player format make the core activity a solo trucking challenge rather than a shared server experience.

Who it is for

It suits players looking for a solo trucking simulation built around difficult cargo, demanding terrain and deadline-based deliveries. Windows is the listed platform.

What is good

Three environments: ice, desert and jungle
More than 25 rigs and 30 load types
Includes fuel management and truck maintenance
Steam Family Sharing is listed

What to know first

Windows is the only listed platform
Single-player only

Verdict

Extreme Trucker centers on hauling varied cargo across three hazardous environments while managing delivery tasks and trucks. It is a Windows-only, single-player simulation.