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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Action
RPG
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Developers: Sandfall Interactive
Publishers: Kepler Interactive
Release Date: Apr 24, 2025
Price (USD): $49.99
Current Players: 5.6k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(98%)
storytelling
soundtrack
art direction
combat system
emotional impact
parrying mechanics
pacing
character arcs
difficulty levels
technical issues
game crashes
slow start
performance issues
unresolved bugs
Players generally express enthusiasm for the game's storytelling, soundtrack, and art direction. There is high praise for its emotional impact and innovative combat system. However, a minority criticize the game's technical issues and note that some elements, such as the parrying mechanics and pacing of the narrative, could be improved. The game is considered both a masterpiece and a significant, impactful addition to its genre.

Positive Points

  • The game is frequently praised for its outstanding storytelling and narrative, which many players found deeply engaging and emotional.
  • Many reviews highlight the beautiful and atmospheric soundtrack, describing it as one of the best ever heard in a video game.
  • Players often commend the game's art direction and visual presentation, noting that the environment and characters are rendered with exceptional detail and creativity.
  • The game’s combat system, which combines turn-based mechanics with real-time action elements like dodging and parrying, is seen as innovative and enjoyable by many fans.

    • Negative Points

  • Some players experienced technical issues such as game crashes and poor performance, particularly affecting users with high-end PCs.
  • A few reviewers remarked that the game can feel overhyped and that the beginning of the story is slow or does not live up to the expectations set by other reviews.
  • Certain aspects of the combat system, particularly the parrying and dodging mechanics, are noted as difficult or frustrating by some players.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the unique blend of turn-based and action combat is praised, it also divides opinion; some players find the mechanics challenging and rewarding, whereas others see them as inconsistent.
  • Character development is appreciated for its depth, but some players found certain characters less engaging or some story arcs predictable.

    • Common Themes

  • The emotional depth and complexity of the narrative, exploring themes of grief and loss, resonate strongly with many players.
  • The game’s music elevates the experience, often described as perfectly complementing the story and setting.
  • Players appreciate that the game successfully brings a unique blend of gameplay styles, making it appealing to both fans of traditional JRPGs and newer action-RPG enthusiasts.
  • The appreciation for the game’s visual storytelling and powerful art style is a recurring theme.
    • Updated 10/1/2025, 12:02:28 AM UTC
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