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Puzzle, Simulator, Adventure, Indie
OpenCritic76IGDB82
Observation is a sci-fi thriller uncovering what happened to Dr. Emma Fisher, and the crew of her mission, through the lens of the station’s artificial intelligence S.A.M.
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Contemplative, plot-driven, dark and formally daring.
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IGNSimon CardyMay 20199/10Observation's novel approach to puzzle design and gripping plot combine to create a unique science-fiction experience.
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Game InformerJavy GwaltneyMay 20199/10Observation is a fantastic horror game thanks to its twisting plot, well-realized setting, and challenging puzzles
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God is a GeekChris WhiteMay 20199/10Observation is a fantastic game, bringing gripping science fiction and unique gameplay together for a truly remarkable experience.
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Metro GameCentralMay 20193/102001 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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Game RantDalton CooperMay 20192.5/5 starsInspired 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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IGDB rating 7.9/10 from 99 ratings.
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“Is the slow pace a feature rather than a flaw?”
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