Observation

 PlayStation 4
User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 80 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 80
  3. Negative: 19 out of 80

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  1. Deus667
    May 21, 2019
    9
    This game is just awesome! I love it. A bit slow with the camera speed, but that's no big deal IMO.
    The atmosphere is gripping, the story interesting. The puzzles are sometimes a bit confusing, because most time there is no tutorial or specific information about what you have to do unless a small sentence in the menu.
  2. horrorpunx610
    May 22, 2019
    8
    It's a simple puzzle game at its core, but it's made unique by a compelling story that believably gives context to the gameplay.

    It does require some patience; I got stuck a few times and the plot is a bit of a mind bender, but the game's strengths greatly outweigh the few negatives and make it worth playing to the end.
  3. That_DL_Kid
    Jun 3, 2019
    9
    I really enjoyed this game as it had a great story and gameplay was unique from most other games. If you like a game with a great story look no further. If you prefer your games to be full of fighting and action this is probably not a game for you. It is a twist on the walking simulator genre.
  4. Farigol-lo
    May 22, 2019
    8
    Cool little science fiction game. Observation's concept is awesome, very well thought and (if not original) refreshing. Graphics are not top notch but the game looks pretty and has a very strong personality. Music, sound effects and voice acting are superb. In terms of gameplay (the aspect most people will complain about) it serves very well the story and stands in a middle ground betweenCool little science fiction game. Observation's concept is awesome, very well thought and (if not original) refreshing. Graphics are not top notch but the game looks pretty and has a very strong personality. Music, sound effects and voice acting are superb. In terms of gameplay (the aspect most people will complain about) it serves very well the story and stands in a middle ground between games like Firewatch and Portal. I think the gaming industry needs a lot more of little/medium games like Observation providing variety.… Expand
  5. Corbinsdad
    May 24, 2019
    10
    I had played Stories Untold just last week. I was excited to hear that Observation was made by the same developer. I just finished the game and it reminded me of a blend of 2001 Space Odyssey and Event Horizon. It was a story I didn't want to put down. A great story that you get to interact with.
  6. bobbydigitales
    May 24, 2019
    10
    Awesome game on PC and PS4. Lighting and atmosphere is great, I love the setting. The slow pace is awesome for building tension, i was very anxious!
  7. AriaJD
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Fantastic, eerie storyline from a new and unusual perspective. I loved it! It had me dying to know what happens all the way to the end. I am very satisfied with how it all wrapped up!
  8. Rikidiki
    May 24, 2019
    9
    I have never seen a game quite like this. This game is practically a movie at this point. Amazing story and writing. It can be a little slow at times, but that kinda adds to the game.
  9. OverClusterARG
    May 28, 2019
    9
    Observation es un juego recomendado solo para los amantes de los desafíos. No tanto mentales, ya que muchas veces es cuestión de explorar y buscar elementos puntuales. Sin embargo, la propuesta del juego es atrapante y la historia se va contando de gran manera.

    Eso sí, las primeras horas de juego tienen poco dinamismo y sumado a puzzles difíciles, es un combo letal que puede llegar a    Observation es un juego recomendado solo para los amantes de los desafíos. No tanto mentales, ya que muchas veces es cuestión de explorar y buscar elementos puntuales. Sin embargo, la propuesta del juego es atrapante y la historia se va contando de gran manera.

    Eso sí, las primeras horas de juego tienen poco dinamismo y sumado a puzzles difíciles, es un combo letal que puede llegar a frustrar. De todas maneras, así es el espacio.    … Expand
  10. Hardsmoker
    May 22, 2019
    8
    Good adventure sci-fi game based on situation caused on the international space station. Especially like mini games and space station atmosphere with investigations mechanic. A little bit strange why i cant not swith to the flyable sphere at any moment. My own rate is 8 out 10 for this kind type of games.
  11. Eyes_Grim
    Apr 19, 2021
    8
    The game's gorgeous. Story is fantastic and leaves the feeling for a real space movie. Voice acting is brilliant, puzzles are not quite good though. Look for a discount price IMO
  12. Guados
    Nov 17, 2021
    8
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    There was a lot of bugs on PS5, but story is decent.
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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 45
  3. Negative: 1 out of 45
  1. The Digital Fix
    Sep 4, 2019
    90
    Observation is an unnerving, beautiful, and captivating space station thriller that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
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  2. Washington Post
    Aug 7, 2019
    80
    Observation inserts players into the circuits of the onboard AI. And because it is difficult to overlook how unnatural it is for a human mind to mimic the smooth functionality of a machine, the game effects a gap between the player and the player’s avatar that is intriguingly disorienting.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 27, 2019
    60
    Great when it’s delivering gripping, cinematic moments. It’s just a shame that the bits when you’re controlling a slightly menacing AI aren’t the highlights. [Issue#164, p.91]
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