Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
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Clair Obscur’s world tour adds 24 more dates for 2027-28, including the first ever video game concert at London’s O2
A Painted Symphony already visited the London Eventim Apollo earlier this year
Shuhei Yoshida says he told Clair Obscur studio not to call it a turn-based RPG, because it would put people off
The former PlayStation studio president advised Sandfall on how to pitch the game
Shuhei Yoshida told Expedition 33 studio to avoid terms like 'turn-based RPG' because it may cause people to "overlook" the game
One of the reasons Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stood out so much in early footage was how action-packed its combat looked, despite being a turn-based RPG. But while developer Sandfall Interactive has described the game as a turn-based RPG - and reinvigorated the genre, to some degree - not everyone was happy with that approach.
'It's Incredibly Well-Made, But…' — Former PlayStation Boss Warned Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Devs It Would Be 'Overlooked' if They Called It a Turn-Based RPG
Former PlayStation lead Shuhei Yoshida warned the developers behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 about calling it a "turn-based RPG" because "that alone might cause players to overlook it.
Shuhei Yoshida advised Expedition 33 developers not to call it a “turn-based RPG” due to negative JRPG stigma at the time
Yoshida recalled the anecdote during a lecture to indie developers on pitching their games to publishers.
‘That’s what we value as players’: Clair Obscur leads say Sony’s decision to stop making discs is ‘super sad’
It's also meaningful for a developer to hold a physical copy in their own hands, they say
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs are working on a Nintendo Switch 2 version, but note the "big technical challenge" of getting it up and running
Do you want to play Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Switch 2? Since the launch of Nintendo's console, fans have been clamouring for the breakout RPG to come to the platform - and we've seen hints from the studio that a port is something it would be willing to explore in the future.
Clair Obscur studio says it wants to bring it to Switch 2 but it’s ‘way too early to announce anything’
Sandfall is looking at ways to get the game running well on Nintendo's handheld
Clair Obscur Dev Still Interested In Switch 2 Port, But Admits It Would Be A "Big Technical Challenge"
It's also "too early" to announce anything. The French Studio behind the award-winning role-playing title Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has already discussed the idea of a Switch 2 port, so what's the latest update on this? In an interview with Automaton recently, Sandfall Interactive's CEO and creative director Guillaume Broche reiterated how the studio was still "interested" in getting a Nintendo version of the Unreal Engine 5 game up and running. However, it's still "too early" for the team to
“It’s a sad decision.” Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 developers on the end of physical disc production and why they pushed for a physical release despite the drawbacks
Interview with Sandfall Interactive's core members about what physical games mean to them.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director says eliminating limitations in development is a “big mistake.” We talk to Sandfall Interactive about staying small, Japanese influences, and what’s next
Interview with Sandfall Interactive at the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 postmortem in Yokohama, Japan.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on PS5 Is a Couple Dollars Less Than Its Prime Day Price Right Now at Amazon
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on PS5 has dropped to a new low price of $37.49 at Amazon with the help of a coupon, but this offer only lasts until July 27.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at Develop:Star Awards 2026
The Develop:Star Awards 2026 were held last night, where Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 continued its success by winning three awards.
Clair Obscur is flawed on purpose, says director: 'Games that try to be perfect, that try to fix all their flaws—they're usually just really boring'
"My theory is that it's just like people."
NateTheHate reiterates Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is coming to Switch 2 this year
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Podcast: Ben Starr on closing the book on Expedition 33, and what’s next
Ben Starr returns to VGC for our yearly summer interview
Crafting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's mournful tale ft. Jennifer Svedberg-Yen
This month, GDC Content Marketing Manager Beth Elderkin chats with Sandfall Interactive lead writer and localization producer Jenniver Svedberg-Yen about the creative decisions that went into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yōtei lead Develop:Star Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yōtei lead the nominations at this year's Develop:Star Awards 2026.
Andy Serkis Praises Expedition 33, Says Hollywood's 'Snobbery' Towards Video Game Is Changing
The Lord of the Rings actor Andy Serkis has nothing but great things to say about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at the BIG Festival Awards at Gamescom Latam
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has continued its victory lap around the industry's award ceremonies by scooping Best Game at the BIG Festival Awards.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 celebrates its one-year anniversary with... new haircuts?
If, like me, you tossed Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 aside in disgust because protagonist Gustave's hair wasn't swirly enough, it may be time to return, thanks to a new update released to celebrate the RPG's first anniversary.
Expedition 33 Celebrates One-Year Anniversary With Small Update On Xbox & Beyond
"Happy 1 Year Anniversary of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33!!". Can you believe it's been one year since Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 first launched on Xbox Game Pass back in April of 2025?! The game ended up being a massive success — more than anyone could have expected — and took home the Game of the Year award at The Game Awards 2025, while also being crowned the biggest third-party launch on Xbox Game Pass last year. To mark the first anniversary, developer Sandfall Interactive has issued a surp
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Sales Hit 8m on First Anniversary
It's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's first anniversary, and the RPG is celebrating by acknowledging another sales milestone (Maellestone?).
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Gets Free Anniversary Update That Adds Fresh Haircuts for the Whole Party
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is celebrating the first anniversary of its release with a free update that adds new cosmetic options for the game's full party.
PS5 RPG Expedition 33 Is One Year Old Today, and There's a Free Content Update to Celebrate
Available now. It's been a full year since the release of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG that quickly became a phenomenon. To celebrate the game's first anniversary, developer Sandfall Interactive has just released a new patch that, as well as some fixes and adjustments, introduces some brand new content for fans to enjoy. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's first birthday is here, cue an anniversary patch giving everyone in the J'RPG special hairdos
It's been a year since Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 rocked up and had Nic say lots of nice things about it. Developers Sandfall Interactive have decided to celebrate both milestones by putting out a patch that adds in a bunch of fresh trims for the RPG's litany of head hair havers.
Robert Pattinson Is Charlie Cox's Choice for Gustave in Expedition 33 Movie
Not the voice, though. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been such a booming success that, yes, a film adaptation is in the works — and the voice of Gustave already has someone in mind to play the part. Charlie Cox, who lent his voice acting talents to the character in the game, reckons Robert Pattinson is the right choice to play him in the movie — but he'd still like to do the vocal performance. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Charlie Cox Continues to Praise Clair Obscur Motion Capture Artists: “You Feel Like a Little Bit of an Impostor”
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Star Charlie Cox Says Robert Pattinson Should Play Gustave in Movie Adaptation — Though He'd Return to Provide the Voice
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star Charlie Cox has discussed the hit video game's upcoming movie adaptation — and expressed interest in providing a very specific part.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the standout titles at last week's BAFTA Awards, with both taking home three awards.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Wins Best Game at BAFTA Games Awards 2026
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Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Wins Best Game at BAFTA Games Awards 2026
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 takes Best Game award at 2026 BAFTA Games Awards but shares spotlight with Dispatch with 3 wins each
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has added another trophy to its groaning cabinet of accolades – Best Game at 2026 BAFTA Games Awards.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at the BAFTAs, but this time some other games got to win awards, too
Dispatch matched Clair Obscur's haul at this year's event, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 snatched one away, too.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Wins Best Game at the BAFTA Games Awards 2026
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Winners: The Full List.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 voice actor Charlie Cox has finally played "a bit" of the game that landed him a Best Performance nomination, though he says he isn't very good at it
Actor Charlie Cox has finally managed to play at least some of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the game he lent his vocal talents to and which ultimately landed him a Game Awards nomination for Best Performance.
Charlie Cox Has Played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Daredevil actor Charlie Cox has finally played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, having previously admitted to feeling like a "total fraud" whenever fans brought up his appearance in the game.
Charlie Cox has finally played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33—a bit
The star of Stardust and Daredevil previously admitted to not having tried the game he stars in.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs never imagined to achieve the kind of massive success it did: 'Our official goal towards the end of production was to reach for 85 in Metacritic'
Shoot for the moon and you'll land among the stars.
The developers of Clair Obscur gave me an interview and some advice
We spoke about the game's finale (don't worry, there are spoiler warnings), the best Pictos, and what I can be doing better.
BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads in 12 categories
The 2026 BAFTA Awards nominations have been revealed, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 receiving 12 nominations, including Best Game.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Game of the Year at Game Developers Choice Awards 2026
The 26th annual Game Developers Choice Awards took place last night, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 securing five accolades including Game of the Year.
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Astral Ascent x Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 collaboration update ‘For Those Who Come After’ now available
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Here are our Xbox Game Pass games for October 2026
Microsoft has revealed the first batch of games coming to Xbox Game Pass this month, though subscribers only have a week left to try the award-winning Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 before it waves goodbye.
Rayman Legends Remake Leaks Reveal Release Date, Price, and a Clair Obscur Crossover
Ubisoft is cooking up a fresh version of its brilliant platformer Rayman Legends for launch later this year, leaks suggest.
Expedition 33, Dispatch the Two Big Winners at the BAFTA Game Awards
Both titles go home with three awards. Expedition 33 and Dispatch developers Sandfall Interactive and AdHoc Studio have walked away as the two big winners from the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards, both earning three awards on the night. Expedition 33 won Best Game, Best Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role (Jennifer English as Maelle). Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead 2026 BAFTA Games Awards Winners
Expedition 33 won the BAFTA for Best Game