Developed by Bloober Team and published by Aspyr, first-person psychological horror title Observer launched for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles six years ago, on this date.

Set in Krakow, Poland in 2084, neural police detectives belonging to the Observers unit are licensed to hack into the minds of suspects, using a device called the Dream Eater. The player assumes the role of detective Daniel Lazarski. The character is portrayed by actor Rutger Hauer, known for his portrayal of Roy Batty in the film "Blade Runner."

The System Redux expanded edition launched in 2020 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Windows through Steam. Verified for use with the Steam Deck, the enhanced edition enabled 4K resolution, added upgraded textures, Ray-Tracing and HDR lighting. The System Redux digital artbook and soundtrack are published through Steam and GOG.com.

Music for the dystopian science fiction title is by Arkadiusz Reikowski, featuring Księżyc. The Layers of Fear composer comments on the Steam store page, “I’m deeply in love with Ghost in the Shell and the Akira soundtrack and I wanted to create similar emotions while scoring Observer." The end titles theme is streaming on the composer's SoundCloud channel.


From the product page:

Enter a world ravaged by war and cyber-plague, where life is cheap and hope is scarce. Where most people will do anything to escape their grim existence. Virtual realities, mind-altering drugs, neural implants - pick your poison and drift away into a blissful oblivion. But remember, no matter how deep you go, you can never hide from an Observer.

GOG - Observer System Redux Deluxe Edition

Arkadiusz Reikowski · OBSERVER - End Titles

Bloober Team's Observer launched for PS4 and Xbox One consoles six years ago, on this date. System Redux digital soundtrack composed by @ArekReikowski currently on #Steam and GOG: https://t.co/P2u7RXU6c8 pic.twitter.com/FZyD8XU2WW

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