Review2019-05-21

Observation review - a simple puzzler elevated by its sublime atmosphere

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Malindy Hetfeld Eurogamer
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Genres · puzzle
Release · May 21, 2019
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8 articles 16 writers 10 reviews
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Active · 1998–2016
Latest · Simple Series for Nintendo 3DS Vol. 2: The Misshitsu kara no Dasshutsu Archives 2
Top genres · sports, puzzle, adventure
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