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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

​In the dark fantasy realm of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, players lead a daring team to confront the enigmatic Paintress, whose annual cursed paintings erase citizens of a specific age. Combining turn-based combat with real-time elements like quick-time events, the game offers a dynamic experience. Set against a Belle Époque-inspired backdrop, it features voice talents such as Charlie Cox and Andy Serkis.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Turn-Based RPG
Fantasy
Systems
PC-1
9/10
14
9.6/10
Top Critic Avg: 92/100 Critics Rec: 97%
Released
April 24, 2025
ESRB
Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
Developer(s)
Sandfall Interactive
Publisher(s)
Kepler Interactive
Engine
Unreal Engine 5

​In the dark fantasy realm of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, players lead a daring team to confront the enigmatic Paintress, whose annual cursed paintings erase citizens of a specific age. Combining turn-based combat with real-time elements like quick-time events, the game offers a dynamic experience. Set against a Belle Époque-inspired backdrop, it features voice talents such as Charlie Cox and Andy Serkis.

PC Release Date
April 24, 2025
Xbox Series X|S Release Date
April 24, 2025
PS5 Release Date
April 24, 2025
PS5 Release Date
April 24, 2025

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