Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Receives First Early Impressions from Journalists

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Receives First Early Impressions from Journalists

Mar 05,25

Early reviews for Sandfall Interactive's debut title, Clair Obscur, are overwhelmingly positive. Gaming media outlets are praising its compelling narrative, mature themes, and engaging combat system, with some comparing it favorably to modern Final Fantasy titles.

RPG Gamer lauded the studio's achievement, stating that the demo provided a level of polish and depth typically seen only in games from established studios with decades of experience. If this quality is maintained throughout the full game, Clair Obscur is predicted to be a strong contender at The Game Awards 2025.

IGN's reviewer expressed a desire for more gameplay after the demo concluded, highlighting their astonishment at the young team's accomplishments.

Kotaku's review went so far as to predict Clair Obscur's potential as a turn-based classic, a modern Final Fantasy, praising the innovative integration of QTE mechanics into its turn-based combat.

The game's impressive visuals and mature storytelling have also received widespread acclaim.

Clair Obscur is slated for release on April 24, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).

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