Rock Simulator 2014 emerged as a viral parody of the simulator game trend that dominated platforms like Steam in the early 2010s. Originally appearing on Steam Greenlight as a joke, it promised players the exhilarating experience of simply being a rock in various environments. The meme gained traction as an ironic commentary on the saturation of niche simulation titles, often being used to represent the pinnacle of 'doing nothing' or to mock overhyped, empty game releases. Today, it remains a cult classic symbol of internet absurdity and the minimalist humor of PC gaming culture.