US Edition‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ Reviews Are In And It’s GOTY Material
- Sandfall Interactive released Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG launching May 9, 2025, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
- The game’s story unfolds in a dystopian France where survivors embark on expeditions to destroy the Paintress, whose countdown causes a deadly event called the Gommage.
- Expedition 33 features timing-based combat requiring precise dodges and parries, supported by checkpoints and layered character abilities, with excellent voice acting from Charlie Cox and Andy Serkis.
- Critics gave the PC version a 92 metascore and Xbox a 95, praising its story, visuals, unique combat, and soundtrack blending strings, synths, and opera vocals.
- Clair Obscur stands as a thought-provoking, visually striking RPG that challenges players and is considered an early 2025 contender for Game of the Year.
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