Ma Jackson, Hick State County's most infamous trucker, has been incarcerated on charges of tax evasion, 7,973 parking tickets, and six counts of being a comedy stereotype! Imprisoned, Ma's only hope lies with her kids. It's up to them to locate 6 members of the jury that are to try Ma and bribe them.
Players take control of one of four driver characters - Bobbie-Sue, Cletus, Earl, or Rawkus - and their massive 18-wheeler trucks. The gameplay focuses on driving between towns, hauling various types of cargo, and earning money through trading and completing missions. The driving itself feels fast-paced and arcadey, as players must navigate hazards like biker gangs, rock falls, and crooked cops on the roads.
Players must drive their trucks from one town to another within a time limit, all while dealing with obstacles and hazards encountered on the roads. Making the delivery on time earns a bonus, while failing only results in losing the bonus rather than complete mission failure.
Players can buy and sell goods like diamonds and illicit items between towns to turn a profit. The trading system is streamlined, with more focus on the on-road action. Players can also customize and upgrade their trucks at the garage to improve performance.
The open world allows players to freely explore the highways and backroads, discovering hidden shortcuts and alternative routes. Players can even use their massive trucks to bash through obstacles and find new paths.
As players drive, they will encounter a variety of random events and challenges, such as battling biker gangs, avoiding rock falls, and outrunning crooked cops. The game throws all kinds of zany obstacles and threats at the player during the driving segments.