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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Sells Over 1 Million Copies in 3 Days

The debut RPG from Sandfall Interactive achieves critical acclaim and record-breaking sales, solidifying its status as a Game of the Year contender.

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Overview

  • Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has surpassed one million sales within three days of its April 24, 2025 release, despite also being available on Xbox Game Pass.
  • The game boasts a 9.7 user score on Metacritic, with 97% of over 2,300 reviews rating it positively, positioning it as one of the platform's highest-rated titles.
  • Developed by the 30-person French studio Sandfall Interactive, the game combines turn-based JRPG mechanics with real-time Quick-Time events for an innovative gameplay experience.
  • Set in a Belle Époque–inspired dark fantasy world, the narrative features a godlike antagonist and a high-profile voice cast, including Andy Serkis and Charlie Cox.
  • Priced at $50 and built on Unreal Engine 5 with NVIDIA DLSS support, the game’s accessible pricing and polished design have drawn widespread praise.