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Gorgeous turn-based RPG Clair Obscur Expedition 33 now has Steam launch date

The likes of Final Fantasy and Persona have long defined sprawling, story-driven RPGs. Their entries trade hard on ensemble casts, sweeping storylines, and universes you want to visit every inch of. Developer Sandfall Interactive is giving them a run for their money with some European flair in Clair Obcsur: Expedition 33, which has just locked in a release date for later this year.


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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | Release Date Trailer

Wow. It’s finally here.

We’re finally able to reveal the release date for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33!

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches April 24, 2025 on Steam, and pre-orders are now live.

Dive into our Belle Époque-inspired world filled with surreal enemies, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable characters.

Meet Monoco (voiced by Rich Keeble), the friendly, loyal, but incredibly bloodthirsty Gestral!



Gestrals are friendly beings who enjoy the thrill of battle and view competition as a form of meditation. As one of the few Gestrals who speak the human language, Monoco has adopted quite the scholarly demeanour in spite of his bloodthirsty spirit.

Though Gestrals are untouched by the Paintress, the prospect of combat entices Monoco to join the Expedition. After defeating an enemy, he can transform into them (using their feet - he has quite a collection!) and unleash their skills in battle, with unique buffs generated by his Bestial Wheel.

The trailer also introduces Esquie (voiced by Maxence Cazorla), the mythical and powerful being who is able to soar through the heavens and dive deep beneath the sea. Legends also say… he’s lazy.



And the legends may be true.

Esquie enables you to explore the overworld, brimming with secrets, side quests, and challenges.

And speaking of overworld...



Our world map lets you explore a variety of locations and uncover secrets as you work toward defeating the Paintress. Alongside level-based areas like the Ancient Sanctuary and Gestral Village, the overworld is packed with hidden oddities to explore and unique locations. These spots feature tough optional battles and side quests, giving you plenty of chances to test your skills and dive into the game’s deep character-building mechanics.

You’ll also be able to set up camp on the overworld, where you can upgrade weapons and tweak builds, enjoy the game’s beautiful original score on an in-game record player, and chat with your teammates to learn more about their stories and motivations.

We are excited beyond words to bring you Expedition 33, and we’ve truly poured all our hearts and souls into creating something we consider truly special.

Thank you all for your support, and we’ll see you on April 24th.

Pre-order the Standard and Digital Deluxe Edition now!

Tomorrow comes,

The Expedition 33 Team

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | Baguette Trailer

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After our recent unveiling of our English Voice Cast, it is now time to present the roster of talented French actors who are bringing life and voice to Expedition 33, and give you a first look at some of the 🥖UNLOCKABLE OUTFITS🥖 within the game.

A match made in heaven, right?

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We have worked hard for several months to bring you a full French Dub with a talented cast and we’re so excited for you to meet them.

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  • Alexandre Gillet (Captain America, Lord of the Rings) plays Gustave, a resourceful engineer, fighting to defeat the Paintress and reclaim a future for Lumière's children.

  • Adeline Chetail (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, The Last of Us games) plays Maelle, a shy loner, eager to fly. Maelle sees the expedition as her chance to escape Lumière and explore the world beyond.

  • Céline Melloul (One Piece, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE) plays Lune, a brilliant scholar and mage. The daughter of renowned researchers, she has sacrificed everything to continue their work.

  • Sarah Cornibert (Black Mirror, Lupin III) is Sciel, a calm, cheerful warrior. Once a farmer and now a teacher, Sciel embraces every day with joy, masking the pain of a tragic past.

  • Féodor Atkine (The Witcher 3, Disney's Aladdin) is Renoir, a man driven by ruthless determination. His sole focus is saving his family, but beneath that fierce exterior lies deep, agonizing loss.

  • Slimane Yefsah (Assassin's Creed Origins, League of Legends) plays Verso, a mysterious, dangerous stranger. His motives are unclear, but he’s tracking the Expedition’s every move.

  • Bruno Magne (God of War: Ragnarök, Final Fantasy VII REMAKE) and Maxence Cazorla (Ineffable) will also make appearances in roles that have not yet been announced…


As for the unlockable outfits? These are called “Baguette”. Alan, Character Lead at Sandfall, speaks on his inspiration:

“I like bread.”


Stay tuned for more insight from the team, as well as further information on the game and gameplay elements.

Au revoir!

~ The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Team

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 dev explains why the new RPG is so cheap

The developer of upcoming surrealist RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has confirmed how long the game will be after questions were raised about its initial launch price. One of my most anticipated upcoming games, ever since I took an extended look at its world and combat at Gamescom, the fantasy adventure is shaping up to be another strong turn-based contender after the success of the Persona-adjacent Metaphor ReFantazio. Now, developer Sandfall Interactive confirms the game's estimated length in response to an Amazon listing.


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