Punch in and prepare for chaos—Roadside Research is officially heading to Early Access in Q1 2026 on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass. After racking up more than 400,000 wishlists and 600,000 demo players since its Summer reveal, this alien-operated gas station sim is gearing up for its biggest shift yet.
To mark the announcement, a brand-new trailer showcases fresh features, including mask painting, customizable alien skin colors, and the unwelcome arrival of government agents ready to blast you into goo if your cover slips.
Roadside Research is a quirky 1–4 player co-op (or solo) simulator where you and your friends run a gas station—while secretly being aliens on a reconnaissance mission. Your goal: blend in, act human, and gather intel without raising suspicion. Upgrade your public-facing gas station to keep customers happy, while expanding your hidden research labto prep for the invasion.
Highlights include:
- Chaotic co-op or solo play
- Dual tech trees for income or alien tech
- Satisfying simulation tasks
- Deception mechanics that test your disguise
- Xbox cross-play between Xbox Series X|S and Xbox PC*
Roadside Research officially invades Early Access in early 2026. Wishlist it now to stay updated as humanity’s fate hangs in the balance.
