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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

95%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperSandfall Interactive
PublisherKepler Interactive
Release DateApr 24, 2025
-20%
$59.99$47.99
Peak Players144.9K
Metacritic91
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
RPG
AI Review Summary

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a visually stunning turn-based RPG praised for its masterful classical soundtrack and deeply engaging narrative. While it is considered a strong Game of the Year contender by many, some players find the late-game difficulty spikes and technical stutters to be significant drawbacks.

Pros

  • Outstanding classical soundtrack featuring a blend of vocals, cello, violin, and piano.95%
  • Deeply engaging narrative and immersive world-building that creates a unique experience.90%
  • Beautiful scenery and character designs that contribute to a high-quality visual presentation.85%
  • Engaging turn-based combat mechanics that capture even those who typically avoid the genre.80%
  • Substantial content length, offering 70 to 90+ hours for thorough exploration and post-game content.75%

Cons

  • Absurd difficulty scaling and frustrating effect stacking in the late-game and Act 3.85%
  • Technical issues including microstutters and visual bugs like red boxes during cutscenes.70%
  • Confusing dungeon navigation and exploration due to the lack of an in-game minimap.65%
  • Specific mini-games and boss encounters that can feel out of place or ruin the experience for some.50%

Notable Mentions

  • Highly credible reviewer base with over 94% of reviewers having 10+ hours of playtime.
  • The game is playable on Steam Deck, though technical polish is a concern for some users.
  • Includes significant post-game content including optional bosses.
Confidence: 62%
Based on the 197 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 10, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
9.1K
Peak · last 90 days
11.4K
All-time peak
144.9K

Price

Current price
$59.99$47.99-20%
Lowest tracked
$39.99since Nov 23, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
92%
All-time positive
95%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews277.1K
Positive: 264.0K (95%)Negative: 13.1K (5%)

4%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

61h

Avg Playtime at Review

94%

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