Roadside Research (2026)

Developer: Cybernetic Walrus
Publisher: Oro Interactive
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Simulation, Free To Play
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 4,320 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

This is a free-to-play early access game blending action, simulation, and RPG elements with casual and multiplayer interactions.

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What players say

Players say it is a supermarket simulator with an alien theme, best played with friends. Solo play feels tedious and repetitive, while co-op has performance issues the developer blames on user specs. The alien mechanics feel underdeveloped, and the gameplay loop stays the same from start to finish.

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