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9IGN LogoReview scoringamazingObservation's novel approach to puzzle design and gripping plot combine to create a unique science-fiction experience.Simon CardyRead Review
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Set on an Earth-orbiting facility, Observation contemporary sci-fi thriller that sees players take control of SAM, an onboard AI, assisting crew member Dr. Emma Fisher after a mysterious event damages the station and seems to cause the rest of the crew to vanish. Content RatingBlood, Mild Violence, Strong LanguageDevelopersNo Code StudiosPublishersNo Code StudiosInitial ReleaseMay 21, 2019PlatformsGenresAdventure, SimulationLatestVideosArticlesGameplayTrailersReviewsJul 29, 2021Everything Announced at the Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2021Jul 29, 2021 - Stray gets a release window, The Outer Wilds has an expansion on the way, and over 15 more game teases and announcements.Everyday ShooterRebekah Valentine13Apr 3, 2020Outer Wilds Wins Best Game at BAFTA Game Awards 2020Apr 3, 2020 - Indies win big.Untitled Goose GameJordan Oloman38Dec 10, 2019The Best Adventure Game of 2019Dec 10, 2019 - The best game focused on story, decision making, and exploration of 2019.AI: The Somnium FilesIGN Staff10May 21, 2019Observation ReviewMay 21, 2019 - Play it again, S.A.M.ObservationSimon Cardy162Oct 10, 2018Observation: Playing As an AI In Next Year's Smartest GameOct 10, 2018 - "You’re not on a space station, you are the space station”.ObservationJoe Skrebels14Oct 8, 2018Stories Untold Developer Reveals New Game: ObservationOct 8, 2018 - You can call me HAL.ObservationJoe Skrebels32
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Jul 29, 2021Everything Announced at the Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2021Jul 29, 2021 - Stray gets a release window, The Outer Wilds has an expansion on the way, and over 15 more game teases and announcements.Everyday ShooterRebekah Valentine13