v1.2
- Major upgrade of our network library for better connectivity and support for the Turkey region
- Major upgrade of our network library for better connectivity and support for the Turkey region
The Watchers
- Released
- Feb 6, 2020
- Platforms
- WindowsmacOS
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Updates & announcements
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v1.1.11
- Resolves issues around connectivity due to changes in server infrastructure
Original post- Resolves issues around connectivity due to changes in server infrastructure
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v1.1.10
- Major fix around region switching as a client. In particular this fixes people joining games between US West, US East, Russia and Russia East.
Original post- Major fix around region switching as a client. In particular this fixes people joining games between US West, US East, Russia and Russia East.
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v1.1.9
- Fixed a major issue that prevented seeing servers listed in the server browser
Original post- Fixed a major issue that prevented seeing servers listed in the server browser
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The Watchers prequel DEVOUR is Out Now!
Joe here from Straight Back Games. I'm really proud to share DEVOUR with everyone here on Steam. Together with my close friend Luke, and the help of family and friends, we have created an online co-op horror experience for 1-4 players. The game is available now on Steam for £3.99
Original postJoe here from Straight Back Games. I'm really proud to share DEVOUR with everyone here on Steam. Together with my close friend Luke, and the help of family and friends, we have created an online co-op horror experience for 1-4 players.
The game is available now on Steam for £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99. Please check out our official release trailer if you haven't already!
Watch on YouTube About DEVOUR
As once devoted cult members, players in DEVOUR must steel themselves and work together to stop their cursed leader Anna Puerta from unleashing an unspeakable evil. With the goat demon Azazel possessing her after a ritual gone horribly wrong, Anna’s rage and power will grow with every step the players take in DEVOUR. In a race against time, the players burn ritual goats, evade a growing legion of demons, and ultimately hope to break Azazel's hold over Anna.
DEVOUR is all about escalating difficulty and scream-inducing jump scares. A player’s only means of defence in the darkness is a UV flashlight. AI behaviour, locked doors, and item placement are randomized, making players second guess each and every move. Luckily, they don’t have to face their fears alone with a built-in server browser and positional in-game voice chat. For those surviving DEVOUR without breaking a sweat, a Nightmare mode for the ultimate challenge is available.
DEVOUR is a prequel to the previously released two-player co-op game The Watchers.
Follow the game on Twitter, or join other fans on the dedicated Discord server.
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Patch Notes: Version 1.1.8
Version 1.1.8 is now live. - Just a minor patch to fix some UI issues with the server browser. Please look out for an announcement about our new game tomorrow!
Original postVersion 1.1.8 is now live.
- Just a minor patch to fix some UI issues with the server browser.
Please look out for an announcement about our new game tomorrow!
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Patch Notes: Version 1.1.7
Version 1.1.7 is now live. - Portuguese (Brazilian) translation added As always, thanks for your support and Happy Halloween!
Original postVersion 1.1.7 is now live.
- Portuguese (Brazilian) translation added
As always, thanks for your support and Happy Halloween!
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Patch Notes: Version 1.1.6
Version 1.1.6 is now live. - Improved performance when running on higher graphic settings - Improved mouse input smoothing when turning - FOV defaults to 60 for new players As always, thanks for your support and Happy Halloween!
Original postVersion 1.1.6 is now live.
- Improved performance when running on higher graphic settings
- Improved mouse input smoothing when turning
- FOV defaults to 60 for new playersAs always, thanks for your support and Happy Halloween!
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Patch Notes: Version 1.1.5
Version 1.1.5 is now live. - Arabic is now rendered correctly in RTL format. It's not perfect but it should now be fully readable. Please note that we have some plans for version 1.2.0 to improve the game as soon as we launch DEVOUR first (Jan 2021).
Original postVersion 1.1.5 is now live.
- Arabic is now rendered correctly in RTL format. It's not perfect but it should now be fully readable.
Please note that we have some plans for version 1.2.0 to improve the game as soon as we launch DEVOUR first (Jan 2021).
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Patch Notes: Version 1.1.4
Version 1.1.4 is now live. - Arabic translation added. This is currently rendered LTR but in our next major patch we will attempt to render RTL. Please note that we have some plans for version 1.2.0 to improve the game as soon as we launch DEVOUR first (Jan 2021).
Original postVersion 1.1.4 is now live.
- Arabic translation added. This is currently rendered LTR but in our next major patch we will attempt to render RTL.
Please note that we have some plans for version 1.2.0 to improve the game as soon as we launch DEVOUR first (Jan 2021).
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Play 1-4 player co-op horror survival game DEVOUR for free
Calling all co-op horror fans! We're really pleased to bring you a free playable demo of DEVOUR during the Steam Games Festival: Autumn Edition . DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game for 1-4 players. Stop a possessed cult leader before she takes you to hell with her. Run. Screa
Original postCalling all co-op horror fans!
We're really pleased to bring you a free playable demo of DEVOUR during the Steam Games Festival: Autumn Edition.
DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game for 1-4 players. Stop a possessed cult leader before she takes you to hell with her. Run. Scream. Hide. Just don't get caught.
Recruit some friends and attempt to take on Anna in a generous portion of the game. Flying solo? Single player mode is also available - if you dare! DEVOUR is still under heavy development so we would love to hear your feedback and suggestions as we move towards its full release.
Please join us in our Discord server and if you enjoy playing our demo, please consider adding DEVOUR to your Steam Wishlist.
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The Watchers: DEVOUR closed beta event
Greetings, Watchers! Apply for Steam keys NOW to play in our closed beta 29th May - 31st May The Watchers team is looking for players (PC only) to take part in the closed beta at the end of May for our upcoming 1-4 player survival horror game, The Watchers: DEVOUR. Use the link b
Original postGreetings, Watchers!
Apply for Steam keys NOW to play in our closed beta 29th May - 31st May
The Watchers team is looking for players (PC only) to take part in the closed beta at the end of May for our upcoming 1-4 player survival horror game, The Watchers: DEVOUR.
Use the link below to apply, where you’ll be asked to join our Discord as well as fill out a quick form to request a Steam key. Note that each application is for one Steam key, so if you’re playing in a group, each person will need to request their own key:
https://forms.gle/NKtowkGXM15TJ7REA
The Watchers: DEVOUR can be played single-player, but ideally we are looking for groups of between 2-4 players to test the beta out for us and provide some feedback.
Any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
Discord: https://discord.gg/q4tTa2Z
Twitter: @TheWatchersGame - Developer post
The Watchers: DEVOUR Teaser Trailer
Hello there, Watchers! We've been busy working on prequel, The Watchers: DEVOUR . Here is a teaser trailer to wet your appetite. Add to your Steam Wishlist The Watchers: DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game for 1-4 players. Stop a possessed cult leader before she takes you to h
Original postHello there, Watchers! We've been busy working on prequel, The Watchers: DEVOUR. Here is a teaser trailer to wet your appetite.
Watch on YouTube The Watchers: DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game for 1-4 players. Stop a possessed cult leader before she takes you to hell with her. Run. Scream. Hide. Just don't get caught.
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The Watchers Soundtrack Released
We're pleased to announce the release of our haunting original score for The Watchers from established British composer, Peter Fender. There are 10 tracks that comprise over 30 minutes worth of music in 320kbps MP3 format. Please head over to the store page to purchase the Soundt
Original postWe're pleased to announce the release of our haunting original score for The Watchers from established British composer, Peter Fender.
There are 10 tracks that comprise over 30 minutes worth of music in 320kbps MP3 format.
Please head over to the store page to purchase the Soundtrack as an add-on to the game with a 10% launch discount! If you've not played The Watchers yet, you can purchase a bundle with the main game and soundtrack for a further discount.
Track listing:
1) And All Shall Be
2) Haze
3) I Am Free
4) Plenty of FX Time (Trio effects)
5) Power Cut
6) Soul
7) Wondering
8) Weight of Being
9) All Shall Be (strings)
10) And All Shall Be (jazz) - Developer post
Patch Notes: Version 1.1.3
Thanks for your feedback! Version 1.1.3 is now live. - Fix to prevent an exploitative method of solving Mask. - Added a noticeable clue to find the most well hidden rose. - West corridor stairs improved to prevent rare cases of getting stuck and falling through the world. - Fix t
Original postThanks for your feedback! Version 1.1.3 is now live.
- Fix to prevent an exploitative method of solving Mask.
- Added a noticeable clue to find the most well hidden rose.
- West corridor stairs improved to prevent rare cases of getting stuck and falling through the world.
- Fix to prevent cultist from clipping through a wall near servants hall. - Developer post
Patch Notes: Version 1.1.2
We've listened to your feedback and made a few changes in our first post-release patch, v1.1.2. Improves Mask puzzle Fixes an issue where AI would sometimes see at an unintended angle Improves Japanese translation Fixes placement of Reset button in the keybinding UI
Original postWe've listened to your feedback and made a few changes in our first post-release patch, v1.1.2.
- Improves Mask puzzle
- Fixes an issue where AI would sometimes see at an unintended angle
- Improves Japanese translation
- Fixes placement of Reset button in the keybinding UI
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Patch Notes: AI and server improvements
Thank you to everyone who has played The Watchers since the release. We've listened to your feedback and made a few changes in our first post-release patch, v1.1.1. Matchmaking improvements made by adding several new server regions Added Hint system. If you want, you can now get
Original postThank you to everyone who has played The Watchers since the release. We've listened to your feedback and made a few changes in our first post-release patch, v1.1.1.
- Matchmaking improvements made by adding several new server regions
- Added Hint system. If you want, you can now get 1 hint for each object.
- Cultists have a lower detection radius for crouched footsteps
- Adjusted the audio effects for crouched footsteps
- Allow easier escape when leaving the Courtyard whilst carrying the Bowl
- Added a window to last part of Shoes puzzle to spot the Cultist in the closet easier
- Prevents "tap" moving behind the cultist in the Reading Room for the Ritual Book puzzle
- Steam Invites now work even if your server is password-protected
- Invert Mouse option added to settings
- A few object placement and lighting improvements
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The Watchers is now available for purchase
Thank you for waiting. We're pleased to announce that The Watchers has now been released! You can grab it now on Steam with a 10% launch discount. So grab your smartest friend and get ready to face the wrath of Azazel. To discuss The Watchers with other players, you can join in t
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Thank you for waiting. We're pleased to announce that The Watchers has now been released!
You can grab it now on Steam with a 10% launch discount. So grab your smartest friend and get ready to face the wrath of Azazel.
To discuss The Watchers with other players, you can join in the conversation on our official Discord server.
We look forward to seeing you play as Luisa and Frederico in Coyote Valley soon!
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The Watchers will be released on February 6th
On February 6th at 9am PST (6pm CET) you will be able to purchase The Watchers on Steam. There will be a 10% launch discount, so be sure to jump in early with your partner of choice. After a successful beta testing period in November, we worked through all of your feedback and pr
Original postOn February 6th at 9am PST (6pm CET) you will be able to purchase The Watchers on Steam. There will be a 10% launch discount, so be sure to jump in early with your partner of choice.
After a successful beta testing period in November, we worked through all of your feedback and proceeded to finalise the remaining puzzles. The game is packed full of content and has grown to be longer than we had originally anticipated. With that, we really hope you enjoy it!
If you're interested in playing The Watchers, please add us to your Steam Wishlist. You can also join in the conversation on our official Discord server.
We look forward to seeing you play as Luisa and Frederico in Coyote Valley soon!
Update: The launch date was updated from Jan 23rd to Feb 6th. We want to make sure all translated versions of the game are also prepared in time and we'll need the extra days to test. Apologies but we want to make sure we give you all a great finished product!
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Halloween Beta signups for The Watchers close tomorrow!
Upcoming online co-op puzzle game, The Watchers, will play host to a beta from October 31st to November 3rd. But hurry, signups close at 11:59pm PDT on October 30th. See below for more information. For access to The Watchers beta: 1. Join The Watchers Discord community at 2. Sign
Original postUpcoming online co-op puzzle game, The Watchers, will play host to a beta from October 31st to November 3rd. But hurry, signups close at 11:59pm PDT on October 30th. See below for more information.
Watch on YouTube For access to The Watchers beta:
1. Join The Watchers Discord community at http://discord.gg/eyZzB6c
2. Sign up in the #beta-signup channelEach successful signup will receive 2 keys so that they can play with a friend. Signups close at 11:59pm PDT on October 30th.
If you'd like to find out more information about The Watchers, please check out our Press Kit. You can also follow us on Twitter for future updates.