Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Reviews
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a modern creation deeply infused with the soul of classic JRPGs, carving out a bold new possibility for the genre's future. Its QTE-infused combat system brings a rare sense of impact and fluidity to turn-based battles, while boss encounters inspired by Souls-like design offer room for skill-based progression.
Review in Chinese | Read full review
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a confident new IP, bold in its execution and not afraid to mix old and new ideas. It's a stunning achievement, born from passion and raised within technical excellence equal to the best in the business. Go in unspoiled and be ready for a truly rewarding experience.
Sometimes a humble score review and number just isn’t enough to illustrate how pivotal and important this game may be. All these features are packed into a smaller-than-usual price of 50$ versus the ongoing increase in video game prices as well. This painting is a masterpiece.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 brings a sumptuously stylish world, intricately woven narrative and top-notch combat to the table, and it's a winner on every level.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a masterpiece from start to finish, a beautiful and deeply moving journey.
My gut tells me that as respected and successful as this game has already been, it’s only really getting started and over time will sit alongside the likes of NieR, and Planescape: Torment as the most literary and intelligent games ever made. Goddard, Camus and Sartre would be proud (well, perhaps not, existentialists are not a particularly jovial bunch by reputation).
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 came out of nowhere with barely any hype and super low expectations, but it completely caught the gaming world off guard. It dives deep into philosophy and storytelling in a way most games don't even try. On top of that, the gameplay is surprisingly deep and complex, and the visuals are absolutely gorgeous, it makes you wonder how a small team on a tight budget pulled off one of the best turn-based RPGs we've seen in years.
Review in Persian | Read full review
A brilliant debut from the Sandfall Interactive, which leaves unforgettable impression and sets a new standard for jRPGs - even though the game itself wasn't made in Japan.
Review in Russian | Read full review
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 isn't just one of the best RPGs I've played in ages. It's an easy contender for game of the year. It shines in every area, and any complaints I had were nagging at best. Whether it's the compelling story, exciting gameplay, or beautiful soundtrack, no area of the game felt lacking. If you're a fan of RPGs, you really owe it to yourself to give Clair Obscur a shot.
Even apocalypse can be beautiful. In Expedition 33's case it presents itself as a haunting chiaroscuro painting that warps colours, designs, music and even commonly with JRPG's associated mechanics to create something, simply stunning. Whether it is the challenging innovative turn-based combat, impeccable performances, heart-wrenching music or unique story, this title very efficiently uses all of it's unique selling points to just drawn you in deeper and deeper into a Belle 'poque twisted dream'
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is not only one of the best games of 2025, but perhaps one of the best games of the last few years. It captivates you with its clever presentation of its story and world, and thanks to its wonderful music, excellent direction, and professional voice acting,you will be fully immersed in the world of the game.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Maybe Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a bit of an odd title for a game. However, the production itself surprises positively and is worth recommending even to old jRPG expeirants.
Review in Polish | Read full review
This game represents a long-awaited turning point for RPGs. An amazing, small French team has proven that game making is an art and a vision, delivering a game that defies convention. It's a comprehensive, stunning, and charming RPG that will offer a fresh and exciting experience for many fans of the genre.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a work of art. Its flawless hybrid combat system joins a cast of characters that tells a story rivaling the very best this medium has ever offered.
When someone who is passionate about JRPGs and has the skills to make one, a masterpiece like Expedition 33 is born. It is a game that gave me the classic JRPG experience while paving it's way as it's own thing
Review in Arabic | Read full review
All in all, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stands out as one of the biggest surprises of 2025 so far — a title that boasts a deep, unpredictable story, meticulously crafted gameplay and combat systems, and top-tier visual and audio presentation. This game isn’t just for fans of turn-based RPGs; it has the potential to impress anyone who appreciates high-quality experiences. Even if you’re not typically drawn to turn-based games, I highly recommend giving this polished gem a try — it’s well worth investing at least 30 hours of your playtime.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Masterful in artistic and narrative aspects and with an impeccable soundtrack, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the best surprises of the year and stands out positively in a market that has started to charge too much for experiences that don't deliver what they should.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Expedition 33 is magnificent in every possible way. I was in love with it whole time and while playing I’ve became so engaged with characters and the story surround them I forgot the flow of time entirely. This is clearly the future for JRPG’s and it’s sense of scale is outstanding. Definitely a classic for years to come.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a rare triumph for such a small studio. The devs at Sandfall Interactive aimed for the stars, and they delivered a game that JRPG fans have always wanted from a Western studio. I can't recommend this game enough.