Observer

But Why ThoQuinn Hiers

100/10

Observer is a wonderful game from start to finish. It is both fear-instilling and intriguing. So, if you're looking for a horror game that is visually striking and insightful enough to warrant self-reflection, Observer is a wonderful choice.

DestructoidAlyssa Hatmaker

9/10

I haven’t seen a world this interesting in horror for a while. I apparently took 62 screenshots while playing, and that goes to show how much there is to take in. A few minor technical flaws keep me from giving it a perfect score, but Observer is one of my favorite games in a year that has much to offer.

Worth PlayingFran Soto

8.8/10

>observer_ is a first-person dystopian thriller/horror game that focuses on a dark, atmospheric environment and deep story-telling.

PSX ExtremeChristopher D. Anderson

8.7/10

Observer is a huge improvement from developer Bloober Team’s last horror game Layers of Fear. Observer is a wild ride similar to Layers of Fear but with a l ...

Gaming NexusSean Colleli

8.5/10

Observer is a tad clunky as a straight detective game but its story, setting and mind-diving conceit make it much more than that. It's gorgeously depressing, uncomfortable in a number of ways, and you won't be able to shake it from your own thoughts for some time.

Game RantDalton Cooper

8/10

While the long, immersion-breaking load times and repetitive nightmare sections are disappointing, horror fans will still find a game worth sinking their teeth into with Observer. Observer's story is reason enough to play the game to completion, but even those that aren't driven by the disturbing cyberpunk tale may still enjoy its puzzles and compelling crime scene investigations. Overall, Observer is a step up from Bloober Team's previous effort, Layers of Fear, and cements the studio as one to watch for horror fans.

RPGFanJerry Williams

79/100

I have a hard time recommending games like Observer that are truly incredible at the outset, but somehow take a disappointing turn somewhere in between beginning and end. If only it knew what it should have been throughout. For those looking for atmosphere, a unique take on psychological horror, or just can’t get enough of rainy dystopian futures, I think this is worth a buy on sale. Unfortunately, I think the story got a little away from the developers, though I have to say I’m not disappointed to have experienced future Poland.

GameSpaceScott Jeslis

7.8/10

>observer_ is a wonderful futuristic Cyberpunk adventure game with plenty of detective work that adds the occasional scary thrill. The story is well written and the interrogation scenes are a wild, fun, vivid psychedelic ride.

Nintendo World ReportDavid Lloyd

7/10

Even with its many flaws, the superb voice acting and serviceable story were still an entertaining playthrough. A linear horror-mystery thriller is a bit niche, but if that’s what you’re into, Observer is a title still worth picking up. If nothing else, it gives us a glimpse of what the Switch is capable of, and it will hopefully be the beginning of a trend of pushing the handheld to its limits.

TechRaptorSamuel Guglielmo

7/10

Observer has some really noticeable issues, including some iffy voice acting, lame stealth segments, pixel hunt puzzles, and crashing issues. However, it's saved by better puzzles, some great imagery, and a story that is worth paying attention to.

GamereactorLisa Dahlgren

7/10

Sure, Observer suffers from a couple of real problems (at least on console - we haven't seen any major complaints on the PC), but the game's setting, action, and basic idea are all incredibly interesting. If the detective work doesn't get you excited, perhaps the Blade Runner vibes will? What was it that androids dreamt of? Observers?

PC GamerJody Macgregor

45/100

Experience strange days in this cyberpunk horror game.