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VYASTUDIO · Published by VYASTUDIO
Content notice: The game contains scenes of psychological tension and horror elements, including moments that may evoke feelings of fear, anxiety, and discomfort.
Very Positive — 81% positive (347 reviews) · 13 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
2006. You become the new reserve caretaker. Patrol the territory in your rugged 4x4, check the phototraps, and monitor the area using surveillance cameras. But remember: you are not the only one watching.
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Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Casual · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Take on the role of a reserve caretaker in Uncanny Tales: The Watcher, navigating mysterious terrains and keeping an eye out for lurking threats. Drive your 4x4 through desolate areas, checking phototraps and surveilling with cameras in this indie adventure.
About this game
Uncanny Tales is an episodic horror game where the scariest things aren’t monsters or the supernatural — they’re people themselves. Each story is a new chilling episode, inspired by real-life fears and disturbing situations.
Uncanny Tales: The Watcher — Episode Three of the series.
You are the new reserve caretaker, who came to the Altai wilderness seeking quiet and income. But the picturesque landscapes conceal a dark secret: local residents and reserve workers whisper about unexplained anomalies in the taiga. Authorities dismiss all incidents as accidents, but soon enough, you will realize that peace in this place is merely an illusion.
Start with the Prologue.
Before starting your duties, you will experience the last working day of your predecessor. Perform their usual, routine tasks. Through their experience, you will see exactly how routine transforms into something terrifying.
Daily Duties and Tools.
Your job requires extreme attention to detail and strict adherence to daily obligations.
Key Game Features:
Atmosphere and 2006 Details: Immerse yourself in the aesthetics of the Russian heartland in the early 2000s, featuring primitive technology, a sense of nostalgia, and the oppressive feeling of isolation in the wild.
Control Center (PC): Your old computer is the heart of your operation. Use it to monitor the perimeter and diligently complete your daily reports.
Patrol by 4x4: Drive across the vast location in a reliable, aging Soviet-era off-roader (UAZ). This is your primary means of transport in the deep woods.
Isolation and Communication: Communicate with a colleague via an old radio. Radio contact is your only line of support.
Checking Phototraps: Regularly inspect the phototraps set up for wild animals. Something that should not be captured may be waiting for you there.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon RX560
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 / AMD Radeon RX 580
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update 1.4.0 — Bug Fixes and Turkish Language Support
Hello everyone! I’ve released a new update that adds Turkish localization, several useful features, and performance improvements.What’s changed:Full Turkish language support has been added. Huge thanks to the GNC Localization team for the translation.Dialogue lines can now be skipped. Press LMB during a dialogue to display the response options immediately.Visibility has been improved during sections where you need to hide. The brightness in these scenes has been increased, making it easier to see what’s happening around you.Performance has been improved. Graphics settings now have a greater impact on performance. I’ve tried to achieve this without noticeably reducing visual quality, but optimization work is still ongoing.The ending credits can now be skipped.Various minor bugs have been fixed.Thank you to everyone who plays the game, leaves feedback, and reports issues. It helps me continue improving the game!DISCORDRead full article on Community Announcements (Vlad // VYASTUDIO)Patch NotesOfficial
Update 1.3.0 — Bug Fixes & French Localization 🇫🇷
Hey everyone!Thank you to everyone who has been reporting bugs through the Steam Discussions, Discord, and reviews. Over the past few days, I've been going through all of your feedback and focusing first on issues that could interfere with or completely break progression.What's been fixed:Fixed an issue that could break the ending for some players. Everything should now work as intended.Fixed a bug in the CamRepair app that prevented some players from entering the code and progressing further.App windows on the computer can no longer be dragged outside the screen. In some cases, this could previously prevent players from progressing.Fixed an issue that could sometimes prevent players from getting into the Zhiguli.Fixed an issue with night vision on the security cameras that caused it to work incorrectly for some players.Increased the interaction range for doors. You shouldn't have to pixel-hunt for the interaction point anymore. I also fixed a door that could remain open when it wasn't supposed to in one of the scenes.Some players reported that one particular scene was too dark. It turned out that some of them simply didn't realize there was a light source they could pick up nearby. I've made this clearer now.Some jumpscares can no longer be accidentally missed :)Slightly improved the handling of the UAZ van. If something still feels off, please let me know in the Steam Discussions or on Discord.Removed unnecessary invisible walls in several areas.🇫🇷 Added French language support!And finally, by popular demand: you can now actually drink the beverage in the roadside diner. The most important change in this update.What's next?Some players have reported performance issues, so I'm currently working on optimization and investigating the problems that have been reported.Another patch with additional fixes and optimization improvements will be released in the next few days. It will also add Turkish language support 🇹🇷Once again, thank you so much to everyone who's buying ...Read full article on Community Announcements (Vlad // VYASTUDIO)AnnouncementsOfficial
UNCANNY TALES: THE WATCHER IS OUT NOW! 🎉
The day has finally come!After 8 months of development, I’m incredibly happy to say:Uncanny Tales: The Watcher is now available on Steam!Thank you to everyone who added the game to their wishlist, played the demo, left feedback, reported bugs, supported me, and waited for this release. You made this day possible.The game offers approximately 2–2.5 hours of atmospheric psychological horror, set in a remote Russian nature reserve. As the new forest watchman, you’ll monitor security cameras, carry out your daily duties, and gradually uncover the story hidden within this place.🎁 To celebrate the release:20% launch discount for the first 14 days;regular price: $6.99 before the discount.If you enjoy the game, please consider leaving a review on Steam — it genuinely helps small indie developers.Thank you for your support.Enjoy the game... and have a good shift. 🌲— VYASTUDIORead full article on Community Announcements (Vlad // VYASTUDIO)AnnouncementsOfficial
🎉 Over 20,000 Wishlists! Thank You!
Not long ago, reaching 20,000 wishlists felt like an impossible dream.Today, Uncanny Tales: The Watcher has officially surpassed 20,000 wishlists.Thank you to everyone who supported the game, shared the trailer, told your friends about it, left comments, or simply clicked "Add to Wishlist."As a solo indie developer, your support truly means the world to me. ❤️📅 Release DateAugust 5🕕 18:00 MSK 🕔 17:00 CEST 🕚 11:00 EDT💰 Price & Launch DiscountTo celebrate the launch, the game will be available with a 20% launch discount for a limited time.Regular price:🇺🇸 $6.99🇷🇺 290 ₽ 🇪🇺 €7.19The discounted price will be applied automatically on Steam at release.Thank you once again for all your support!I truly hope Uncanny Tales: The Watcher delivers the experience you've been waiting for.See you on August 5! ❤️— VYASTUDIORead full article on Community Announcements (Vlad // VYASTUDIO)AnnouncementsOfficial
❤️ Thank You for 15,000 Wishlists!
I honestly don't know how to put this into words...Uncanny Tales: The Watcher has officially reached 15,000 wishlists on Steam.As a solo developer, this is an absolutely unbelievable milestone for me. When I started working on this game, I never imagined that so many people would be interested in it. I truly didn't expect to reach a number like this.Thank you so much to everyone who added the game to their wishlist, played the demo, left feedback, or simply supported the project along the way. Every single one of you helped make this possible.I sincerely hope the full game lives up to your expectations and doesn't disappoint you. I've put my heart into this project, and I can't wait for you to finally experience the complete story.📅 Release DateAugust 5, 2026🇪🇺 17:00 CEST🇺🇸 11:00 EDT🇷🇺 18:00 MSKThank you once again for believing in my game.See you on August 5! ❤️Read full article on Community Announcements (vyasttudio)
