Kepler Interactive and Sandfall Interactive are thrilled to announce that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has reached a major milestone—it has officially gone gold. This means that the development phase is complete, and the game is now ready for mass distribution. Get ready as this eagerly anticipated game launches on April 24th for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Xbox Game Pass.
Here’s what players can expect from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33:
In this captivating narrative, the world is under the spell of the enigmatic Paintress. Each year, she awakens to paint a cursed number on her monolith, turning everyone of that age into smoke. Tomorrow, the number is “33,” and with it, another year evaporates in a signature mist. Tasked with halting her deadly artistry, Expedition 33 sets out on an epic mission to end this cycle of despair.
Revolutionizing the genre, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 intertwines turn-based RPG mechanics with real-time action. Set in a fantasy world inspired by the elegance of Belle Époque France, players will face formidable foes in immersive battles. The game introduces reactive turn-based combat, where real-time actions like dodging, parrying, and countering blend seamlessly with turn-based strategies. Players can craft unique builds for their characters, harness attack rhythms for chaining combos, and exploit enemy weak points using a dynamic free-aim system.
Join heroes Gustave, Maelle, and the other Expeditioners as they embark on their perilous quest with only a year left before their numbers are up. As they unravel the fate of past expeditions, camaraderie blooms amongst the group, uniting them against seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Prepare to be transported into a beautifully haunting world. Explore mesmerizing landscapes, from the mysterious Island of Visages to battle-scarred fields rich with untold secrets. Uncover hidden quests and form alliances with legendary creatures, gaining new companions that unlock travel methods and unveil clandestine areas on the World Map.
Powered by Unreal Engine 5, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 offers gamers a visual feast with its stunning graphics and a poignant soundtrack. Experience the debut project from Sandfall Interactive, where every pixel and note contribute to a deeply moving gaming adventure. Don’t miss the chance to embark on this unforgettable journey.
