Roadside Research

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About the Game Aliens have landed on Earth… to run a gas station. Play solo or up to 4 players and do human tasks to blend in.

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Developer:
Cybernetic Walrus
Publisher:
Oro Interactive
Engine:
Unity 6
Release date:
12 February 2026
Recent Steam reviews:
Very Positive (483)
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (1952)

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Description

About the Game

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.

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
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*

Requirement 1:
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

User reviews

Madi_Leaf
Recommended | 27 May 2026
11.6h played

Super fun and silly game, i cant wait to see what will be added next. it is perfect to casually play with friends. you dont have to take it to serious, even tho u can. probe the agents or just restock your store. there

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Rayzor994
Recommended | 28 May 2026
21.5h played

Glorpin' Good Times! I played this non-stop til completion solo after purchasing on sale for 14AUD. More fun played with friends/family. The 'illegal alien' theme makes this more comedic/light-hearted than your standard

Helpful: 1
Fairy Ice Queen
Recommended | 29 May 2026
32.4h played

Is it physically exhausting? Yes. Do you come home smelling like diesel exhaust and sunscreen? Absolutely. But getting to play roadside research with my favorite people is unmatched. 10/10, highly recommend.

Helpful: 0
AlistoR
Recommended | 29 May 2026
12.3h played

Have fun spending a couple of evenings with the company. We had a great time. The fun is added by the self-coloring feature of the character.

Helpful: 0
Akira
Recommended | 27 May 2026
5.3h played

Its a gas station simulator... but... with an alien invasion twist... Who wouldn't love it?... Are you an alien? Exactly what an alien would say.

Helpful: 0
Cukaa
Recommended | 28 May 2026
3.1h played

I love this game so much I goon to it but no one will ever know. I only goon when my friends are on so its not suspicious. :)

Helpful: 0