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Who's a Good Boy Then?
xx5 April 2025 – Team17 Digital and Observer Interactive are excited to officially announce teaming up on the heart-warming, ecosystem driven metroidvania Good Boy Featuring characters based on real life pets of the developers, this game offers adventure for all and a story that blends Wall-E with wonderful memories of humans' best friend.
LAIKA welcomes you on your journey to the alien planet of Terra II. As you know the LAIKA Programme gave old dogs a new lease on life by transferring their consciousness into Rovers, allowing them to live on forever as a brave space explorer! Equipped with your very own Space Rover, we're looking forward to seeing all you capture as you sniff out and investigate various regions of the planet and research the lifeforms that inhabit it.
You will encounter other Rovers and in the interest of solidarity we would encourage you to complete quests for them and most importantly forge a bond with your new Human friend, as you uncover the ancient mysteries of the planet.
Key Features:
A Human's Best Friend
When an Anomaly is detected on the remote, alien planet Terra II, a Human explorer is sent out to investigate. After a bumpy landing, the Human's S.O.S beacon awakens a nearby, dormant LAIKA Rover. Together, you'll go on a journey to find the Anomaly and unravel the story behind its mysterious origin. Form an unbreakable bond as you work together to complete the Human's mission.
Eco-system Metroidvania
Use a variety of tools and upgrades to capture the exotic creatures of Terra II. Harness their unique abilities to overcome obstacles and expand the world or bring them back to Homebase where they can be scanned for Research Credits. The living, breathing ecosystem of Terra II is at your disposal!
LAIKA Rovers
Find and reboot your sleeping canine companions, become best friends, and work together to help The Human with their mission. Complete quests for the Rovers to receive unique rewards and help them remember their past by unlocking their hidden memory tapes.
Unlock Mysteries
Delve deep into the hidden depths of Terra II! Explore sprawling caves and discover ancient temples, as you uncover the history of the planet and its previous inhabitants. Who were they? Where did they go?
Beautiful Biomes
Explore the familiar yet alien planet of Terra II. Utilise your upgrades and creature abilities to adapt to the different biomes, from lush forests to stinky swamps and snowy mountain tops.
Rover Customisation
Upgrade your Rover with new tools and capturing equipment. Maximise your exploring capabilities with motherboard enhancements and abilities. Expand your wardrobe, unlock new cosmetics, and become the most fashionable Rover on Terra II!
About Observer Interactive
Founded in 2023, Observer Interactive is an independent game developer based in the North of England. Inspired by the golden age of gaming, Observer Interactive aspire to create incredible customer experiences that resonate with players long after the controller has been put down. The studio brings together a seasoned team with a collective experience of over 60 years spanning AAA, AA and indie game development. "Retro sensibilities for a modern audience" is at the core of Observers approach to game development. They firmly believe that smaller, focused teams working well together can produce unbelievable games.
About Team17 Digital
Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio comprised of over 140 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Team17 Digital's portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, and Overcooked! franchise. Visit www.team17.com for more information.
Good Boy will be showing off more news and exciting reveals in the upcoming months and is available to wishlist on Steam today. To stay up to date with Observer Interactive and the good news on Good Boy you can follow the developers on Bluesky and X.
