Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been lauded as a standout success upon its launch, earning high praise from both players and industry insiders, including the Publishing Director of Baldur’s Gate 3. This article delves into the game's stellar opening day and offers insights from Andy Serkis on the role of storytelling in video games.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has made a significant impact in the gaming world with its critically acclaimed launch. Michael Douse, the Publishing Director of Baldur’s Gate 3, publicly expressed his admiration for the game on Twitter (X) on April 23. He highlighted that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is currently the highest-rated game of 2025, boasting an impressive aggregate score of 92 on Metacritic, which has labeled it a "Must-Play".
Within just 24 hours of its release, Expedition 33 has soared to become the third top-selling game on Steam, a remarkable achievement especially considering its launch coincided with that of Oblivion Remastered. The game's success can be attributed to its high-quality gameplay and the depth of its storytelling, which have captured the attention of the gaming community.
At Game8, we awarded Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 a score of 96 out of 100. We praised its innovative approach to the JRPG genre, blending tactical combat with real-time interaction to reinvent the traditional turn-based system. Features such as dodging, parrying, counters, and timed attacks add a fresh layer of engagement to the gameplay. For a deeper dive into our analysis, be sure to read our detailed review below!
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