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Observation

Devolver Digital
May 21, 2019 - PlayStation 4, PC, PlayStation 5
Strong

OpenCritic Rating

76

Top Critic Average

72%

Critics Recommend

Game Rant
2.5 / 5
IGN
9 / 10
Eurogamer
Recommended
PC Gamer
82 / 100
Easy Allies
8 / 10
Metro GameCentral
3 / 10
Game Informer
9 / 10
GameSpot
8 / 10
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Observation Trailers

Observation - Story Trailer | May 21 | PS4 & Epic Games Store thumbnail

Observation - Story Trailer | May 21 | PS4 & Epic Games Store

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Observation - Teaser Trailer


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Critic Reviews for Observation

Inspired by sci-fi classics like 2001: A Space Odyssey, Observation delivers an unnerving story with a creepy atmosphere that goes to waste thanks to poor gameplay.

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Observation's novel approach to puzzle design and gripping plot combine to create a unique science-fiction experience.

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A smart sci-fi that isn't without problems, though they're balanced out by an incredible amount of style.

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A stylish, understated, and subtly chilling psychological thriller with a compelling mystery at its core.

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Metro GameCentral

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3 / 10
Metro GameCentral

2001 is hardly the most obvious movie to use as inspiration for a video game and perhaps predictably the end result suffers from slow-pacing and a lack of meaningful interaction.

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Observation is a fantastic horror game thanks to its twisting plot, well-realized setting, and challenging puzzles

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Observation, a creepy space-station thriller in which you control an AI, is equal parts mysterious and compelling. And, it looks amazing.

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Award-Winning Sci-Fi Game, Observation, Finally Arrives on Steam Today

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Observation, the BAFTA-winning sci-fi thriller from No Code, arrives on Steam today.

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