Roadside Research — Is It Worth Playing?

Roadside Research is a 1 to 4 player co-op gas station simulator.

Feb 12, 2026Co-op Simulationby Cybernetic Walrus$9.74
Quick verdict Roadside Research holds 86% positive across 3,522 Steam reviews. It's on our trending radar. If you enjoy Co-op Simulation games like Totally Secure Airport, Car Service Together, it's an easy one to check out.

About Roadside Research

Aliens have landed on Earth… to run a gas station. Play solo or up to 4 players and do human tasks to blend in. People depend on you, it’s your job to make sure that the shelves have the correct items, refuel customers passing by, and provide food for travelers. But most importantly, you must conduct your research. Stay Undetected Your mission is simple. Gather all data you can from humans without their knowledge. Scan, steal, and test various methods on customers while they stop by the gas station. Be careful not to raise the “suspicion meter” too high, as that will trigger the visit of government officials. Be Normal, Be Human During the day, take care of the gas station as an ordinary employee. Restock the shelves, order wares for the shop, refuel passersby, and exchange goods for cash. At night you will be able to gather your thoughts, and plan for the next day. Upgrade and Customize Balance between two missions, upgrading the gas station to attract more customers and upgrading your alien tech to process data and gather information more efficiently. To blend in, draw a very normal human expression on your state-of-the-art disguise. During closing hours, you can also upgrade the station, inside and outside to make sure everything is going according to plan. Features Chaotic solo or co-op fun: Gather friends or play alone to manage the gas station while pursuing your alien mission. Dual Upgrade Path: Manage upgrades for your gas station and for your alien technology at the same time Satisfying Simulation: Clean, cook, and stock your workplace with all necessary supplies and items to make sure every customer leaves satisfied. Alien Deception: Make sure to stay disguised and don’t get caught by human government officials. If you are too suspicious, they will turn you into goo.

Description via Steam.

Key Stats

24h peak players
707
Steam reviews
86% · 3,522
Genre
Co-op Simulation
Developer
Cybernetic Walrus
Release
Feb 12, 2026
Price
$9.74

Should You Play Roadside Research?

Who it's for: fans of Co-op Simulation games like Totally Secure Airport, Car Service Together.

Aliens have landed on Earth… to run a gas station. Play solo or up to 4 players and do human tasks to blend in. People depend on you, it’s your job to make sure that the shelves have the correct items, refuel customers passing by, and provide food for travelers. But most importantly, you must conduct your research. Stay Undetected Your mission is simple. Gather all data you can from humans without their knowledge. Scan, steal, and test various methods on customers while they stop by the gas station. Be careful not to raise the “suspicion meter” too high,…

Roadside Research is co-op and multiplayer on Steam and runs on Windows. It's on our trending radar right now.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows

Minimum

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 · Processor: Ryzen 3 2200G / Intel i5-7400 · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: AMD RX 570 / Nvidia GTX 1060 · DirectX: Version 11 · Storage: 6 GB available space

Recommended

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 · Processor: Ryzen 7 2700X / Intel i7-9700K · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: AMD RX 5600 XT / Nvidia 2060 · DirectX: Version 11 · Storage: 8 GB available space

Roadside Research — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Roadside Research release?
Roadside Research released on Feb 12, 2026 and is available now on Steam.
What kind of game is Roadside Research?
Roadside Research is a Co-op Simulation game. Roadside Research is a 1 to 4 player co-op gas station simulator.
Is Roadside Research multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Roadside Research supports co-op and multiplayer on Steam.
Is Roadside Research on Steam Deck or consoles?
Roadside Research runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Roadside Research cost?
Roadside Research is priced at $9.74 on Steam.
What are Roadside Research's system requirements?
The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
Is Roadside Research worth playing in 2026?
Yes — Roadside Research holds 86% positive across 3,522 Steam reviews, making it an easy recommendation in 2026.
Who made Roadside Research?
Roadside Research is developed by Cybernetic Walrus and published by Oro Interactive.
What games is Roadside Research similar to?
Roadside Research sits alongside Co-op Simulation games such as Totally Secure Airport, Car Service Together.
What platforms is Roadside Research on?
Roadside Research is available on Windows.

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