What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~140k
(P10–P90: 56.1k – 309k)
Gross revenue: ~$1.5M
(P10–P90: $598k – $3.3M)
Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate
Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Jul 8, 2026.
Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Last 90 days: 86% positive across 336 stored reviews. Action games with 100+ reviews typically sit around 84% (median of 3300 games).
Multiplayer & community85% positive · 117 mentions
“Roadside research I have to say, I really like this game. It has a classic simulator gameplay loop where you manage a gas station, except you're an alien. The concept is fun, the humor works well, and I genuinely enjoyed playing it…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played · Report / request removalContent & longevity80% positive · 49 mentions
“Roadside research I have to say, I really like this game. It has a classic simulator gameplay loop where you manage a gas station, except you're an alien. The concept is fun, the humor works well, and I genuinely enjoyed playing it…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played · Report / request removalGameplay & mechanics77% positive · 48 mentions
“Roadside research I have to say, I really like this game. It has a classic simulator gameplay loop where you manage a gas station, except you're an alien. The concept is fun, the humor works well, and I genuinely enjoyed playing it…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played · Report / request removalPerformance & stability74% positive · 47 mentions
“so, I really love this game. but it feels like its made for Co-op only. doing some of the tasks like restocking yourself is a real drag. but the friend group I play with isnt really into store sim type games. however I really am, and most…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 36 h played · Report / request removalPrice & value67% positive · 15 mentions
“Why you should or should not play Roadside Research Before You Read Every review on my profile is based on my own personal experience with a game. My opinions aren't facts, and you're not expected to agree with them-and that's perfectly…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2026 · 7 h played · Report / request removalStory & writing69% positive · 13 mentions
“Roadside research I have to say, I really like this game. It has a classic simulator gameplay loop where you manage a gas station, except you're an alien. The concept is fun, the humor works well, and I genuinely enjoyed playing it…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played · Report / request removalControls & UI83% positive · 12 mentions
“Why you should or should not play Roadside Research Before You Read Every review on my profile is based on my own personal experience with a game. My opinions aren't facts, and you're not expected to agree with them-and that's perfectly…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2026 · 7 h played · Report / request removal580 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology
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