Even with a 92 from the critics this game is still highly underrated. It easily belongs to be named in the best games of all time. It was nearly perfect with only a few quality of life things that would be nice to have but I could easily overlook. It
Absolutely loved it. Story and characters got me to tears multiple times. Masterpiece, I am speechless.
The world they've created here is outstanding. From the opening 20 minutes I was drawn into the world with tears from the music and world building. I was here more so for the story than the gameplay but they made turn-based into a much faster paced system where even your
It’s incredible that such a small studio was able to create something this ambitious and polished. The way everything comes together—from the gripping story to the beautifully designed gameplay—feels nothing short of amazing. The narrative pulled me in right away, and the combat was engaging. Clair Obscur proves that passion
Masterpiece in terms of story, combat, and art style. Must play, GOTY 2025
My favorite video game; it's hard to find a game I've enjoyed as much.
The POV made me alittle bit dizzy and sick so the score take a hit there. Otherwise the music is great and the story kinda okay.
A game I've looked forward to since the reveal trailer and it somehow surpassed my expectations in every way from a complex story that doesn't hold your hand, challenging combat, so much to explore, great characters and a very long soundtrack that has a ridiculous amount of amazing songs!
Pure art, in conversation with the conventions of the genre, explicitly confronting the very concept of art as an escape from pain on a meta level. It's the best turn-based rpg since Chrono Trigger.
A masterpiece that brings a much needed twist to the genre of turn-based RPGs that modern gaming needed.
From the setting, to the lore sprinkled throughout, to the plot of the game itself - it depicts a hauntingly beautiful story.
Couple that with the amazing soundtracks, and the vividly detailed world.
This is
Absolute cinema! This game hooks you from the beginning and has you enthralled every step of the way. The world building, character building and perfectly drip fed information keep you guessing what the heck is going on as much as the characters are asking. Some critical moments throughout leave your
Peak gaming experience.
So good that it made me start learning French on Duolingo!