I'm on Observation Duty 7

About

"I'm on Observation Duty 7" is a surveillance-themed psychology horror game where players must monitor live camera footage across six levels to identify and report anomalies. With randomly appearing anomalies and a risk of death from unreported changes, players must stay vigilant and have a good memory to survive the night. The game aims to create a sense of paranoia, providing a challenging and immersive horror experience.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 347 reviews

humor8 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game offers a challenging experience that is both rewarding and engaging, especially when played with friends.
It features a well-crafted atmosphere and unique anomalies that enhance the horror experience, making it the best entry in the series so far.
The new reporting mechanics add depth to the gameplay, requiring players to identify and select the type of anomaly, which increases the challenge.

The difficulty level is significantly higher than previous installments, which may frustrate new players and lead to repeated failures.
Some anomalies can be too subtle or difficult to spot, making it challenging to complete levels without extensive practice.
There are occasional bugs and issues with reporting anomalies, which can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the introduction of intruder elements that create a sense of tension and unpredictability. Players appreciate the refined reporting system that requires identifying anomaly types, enhancing the challenge and preventing easy wins. Overall, the gameplay remains focused and similar to its predecessor, with improved visuals and sound design that contribute to an immersive experience.
- “I'm especially happy about the intruder mechanics, which add some unique challenge and give that slight panic when you meet a new one, knowing the game is going to throw something unexpected at you.”
- “There's multiple factors playing into this; for one, in addition to the click-and-hold reporting mechanic from the last game, you now have to choose the anomaly type, so you can't cheese the run by just clicking all around the screen.”
- “The visuals are detailed, the sound design amps up the tension, and the new mechanics in this installment keep it fresh and exciting.”
- “With all that being said, gameplay and presentation is otherwise very similar to Observation Duty 6.”
- “It's mostly gameplay focused with minimal story.”
- “There's multiple factors playing into this; for one, in addition to the click-and-hold reporting mechanic from the last game, you now have to choose the anomaly type it is, so you can't cheese the run by just clicking all around the screen.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a standout feature, blending creepy elements with genuinely funny moments, particularly through the new reporting system. Players appreciate the balance between grotesque and humorous, often finding themselves both perplexed and amused by the quirky characters and situations. Overall, the humor enhances the gameplay experience, making it one of the best in the series.
- “I've found myself equally grotesqued-out (my new word: being both perplexed and grossed out) and audibly laughing!”
- “Very fun and love the humor throughout the game”
- “The wonky pictures and generally eeriness is dialed a little back, but in contrast, it seems the humor is dialed a little up; there's tons of funny moments tied into the new reporting system that I really enjoyed.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its unsettling and immersive environments, effectively heightening tension and focus as players search for anomalies. Reviewers note that the eerie ambiance and unexpected intrusions create a thrilling experience, with some areas, particularly in the sixth installment, being highlighted for their superior atmospheric tension. Overall, the improvements in atmosphere and the uniqueness of the anomalies contribute significantly to the game's engaging experience.
- “The game is great at getting you so focused on finding anomalies that a sudden intruder or loud noise makes you really jump, and the atmosphere is perfectly unsettling.”
- “The atmosphere improved, the anomalies are more interesting and unusual than ever.”
- “The game tests your focus and memory in ways you wouldn't expect, all while keeping you on edge with its eerie atmosphere and unpredictable anomalies.”
- “Yes, 7 has objectively some of the best areas to monitor, but I will say that some areas on 6 had a better atmosphere that added tension too, mainly the hospital on that one.”
- “The atmosphere improved; the anomalies are more interesting and unusual than ever.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game offers high replayability, largely due to its challenging difficulty, which encourages players to engage with the content multiple times and discover new anomalies. However, some players may find the lengthy runs, taking about half an hour to complete, can lead to frustration after repeated attempts. Overall, the satisfaction of overcoming these challenges enhances the game's replay value.
- “The increased difficulty encourages more replayability and makes it even more satisfying when you do win.”
- “Amazing replayability!”
- “Maybe it's me, but I love the difficulty as it makes me see more anomalies and gives it more replay value.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received high praise, particularly for its impressive menu and intro tracks, which many users describe as "awesome" and "the coolest thing" they've ever heard. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The menu music is awesome.”
- “The intro music is the coolest thing I have ever heard!”
- “New epic music!”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The game is primarily centered on gameplay, featuring minimal story elements. While there have been some attempts to provide context for the locations, many reviewers feel that the narrative lacks depth and could benefit from more development to engage players fully.
- “To be fair, they've introduced more plot to why you're looking at each location, but I still feel like they could have really taken the time to develop a franchise-spanning narrative to pull you in.”
- “It's mostly gameplay focused with minimal story.”
- “To be fair, they've introduced more plot to why you're looking at each location, but I still feel like they could have really taken the time to develop a franchise-spanning yarn to pull you in.”
- “No story.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics in this installment are highly praised for their detail, contributing to an immersive experience that enhances gameplay. Many reviewers consider these visuals to be the best in the series, complemented by effective sound design that heightens tension.
- “The visuals are detailed, the sound design amps up the tension, and the new mechanics in this installment keep it fresh and exciting.”
- “The gameplay has been perfected in this one, with probably the best visuals in the entire series.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that players perceive the monetization strategy of the series as increasingly exploitative, likening it to a cash grab with each new installment.
- “The series feels more like a cash grab with every game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game is considered stable and a solid sequel, though some users have noted issues with texturing and layering that can detract from the experience.
- “I think that the game is well put together and serves as a good sequel to iood6, and the difficulty seems reasonable, but I think that some of the texturing and layering is ugly or buggy.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”