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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Shatters Records with Critical and Player Acclaim

The debut RPG from Sandfall Interactive surpasses one million sales, earns a 92 Metacritic score, and ignites interest in DLC and a live-action adaptation.

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The main playable cast of Clair Obscur Expedition 33.
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Overview

  • Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold over one million copies in its launch weekend, with a 92 Metacritic score and a record-breaking 9.7 user rating.
  • The game’s innovative turn-based combat system, blending real-time mechanics like parries and dodges, is winning over even turn-based skeptics.
  • Set in a Belle Époque-inspired fantasy world, the narrative explores themes of grief and features a celebrated voice cast, including Andy Serkis and Charlie Cox.
  • Casting is underway for a live-action film adaptation announced earlier this year, with fan speculation surrounding potential actors for lead roles.
  • Lead writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen has hinted at strong potential for future DLC, driven by overwhelming player demand and critical success.