Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - A Masterpiece of Imagination and Artistry

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 isn't just a game-it's a visionary triumph that redefines what narrative-driven RPGs can achieve. From the very first moment, it grips you with its hauntingly beautiful world, inspired by French surrealism and Impressionist art, crafting a universe that feels both dreamlike and deeply human. The setting is a visual marvel-think Dark Souls meets Monet, with brushstrokes of melancholy and wonder in every scene.

But it's not just style over substance. The combat system is a revelation-turn-based, yet infused with timing mechanics and strategic depth that keep every battle exhilarating. The fusion of fast reflexes and tactical decision-making makes you feel constantly engaged and rewarded. Each encounter is like a mini masterpiece in itself.

The story? Daring, emotional, and refreshingly original. The mystery surrounding the "Paintress" and the countdown to Expedition 33 unravels with poetic tension. Characters are richly developed, voice acting is top-tier, and the themes-fate, memory, resistance-resonate on a deeply personal level.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a rare gem-elegantly written, breathtakingly rendered, and fiercely innovative. It's one of the boldest RPGs of the decade, and an instant classic for anyone who believes games can be high art.

A small team that set out to make a great game, for gamers. The story is well-crafted with interesting characters, motives, and dialogue, the leveling and build system is enjoyable and thought-out, the combat is addicting (and cinematic), and the performances are top-notch (the voice cast is nothing short of S-tier). Beautiful graphics and atmosphere throughout make the journey stunning from beginning to end. It's a game you'll want to finish, before it is spoiled for you. Take in every moment, it's worth your time.

In a world of rushed and stale games, money-hungry companies with no imagination and agenda-filled motives, this game is the direction things need to move in.

10/10 GotY Material.

This game has blown me away Awesome graphics!

Beautiful soundtrack!

Immersive Voice acting and characters!

Incredible Gameplay!

For those who are avoiding it simply because its tagged as turn based are seriously missing out some real fun and this is coming from someone who has no interest in turn based combat I literally couldn't get far into Baldurs Gate 3 but this game has had me hooked so far. The only cons i can think of are simply a few minor bugs but lets be honest you get those in almost every new release these days. Best of all it costs less than most tripple A titles without any micro transactions.

It's nearly perfect, and even if I nitpick, it's a 10/10 just for the amount of pure love and dedication this team put into this game. You can tell they actually care about making and immersive and stunning experience.

The visuals are so much better than I thought a small team could even do. The characters start off as strangers and grow into familiar friends.. you'll tear up, you'll mourn with them, you'll laugh, you'll feel hope as they do, and you'll learn as they learn.

If you're a feely, empathetic person, you can't help but think about your own life and what you would do if you were in their shoes... the things we as humans struggle with like the fear and acceptance of death, but also how our lives are finite and maybe that's the beauty of life... that it ends someday.

It's thought-provoking and full of heart. This is what games are missing nowadays from AAA titles. This is what gamers want, and I'm so happy it's receiving the recognition it deserves.

After playing JRPGs for years and years such as persona and such, I didn't have big expectations, and with the Oblivion remake that came out this week I was not expecting much. But OMG this game absolutely blew my expectations out of the water with how original and fresh the gameplay, battles, and story are (not finished the game yet). Honestly speaking this is probably the best game I've played in years now. The mix of JRPG/Persona gameplay mixed with the surreal French art style and aesthetic just works like a charm. This is definitely a GOTY contender and should get all the positives ratings it deserves!

*Just finished the game.. wow you couldn't make a more perfect game if you tried. I didn't see where this game was going since the beginning and it did not let up! Best RPG I think I've ever played, I won't spoil it but if you think you know what's happening, no you don't 😆.