"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Early Impressions Revealed"

The upcoming title from the young French studio Sandfall Interactive, titled Clair Obscur, is generating significant buzz following early evaluations from gaming media. Critics have lauded the game for its deep narrative, mature tone, and thrilling combat, with some even drawing comparisons to a modern Final Fantasy. The game's compelling blend of elements has caught the attention of reviewers across the board.

RPG Gamer's reviewer was particularly impressed by the fact that Clair Obscur, despite being the debut project from these young developers, delivered an experience in just a couple of hours that rivals games from studios with decades of experience. If this high level of quality is sustained throughout the game, Expedition 33 could be a strong contender at The Game Awards 2025.

An IGN journalist was left wanting more after the demo gameplay session, eager to delve deeper into the game’s world and engage in additional battles. They were astounded by the achievements of such a young development team.

Kotaku's author went as far as to predict that Clair Obscur could become a turn-based classic, potentially earning a place alongside Final Fantasy titles. They particularly admired the innovative integration of QTE mechanics into the traditional turn-based combat system.

Reviewers across various platforms have also praised the game's excellent visual style and the maturity of its narrative.

Clair Obscur is scheduled for release on April 24, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles, including PS5 and Xbox Series, as well as on PC via Steam.