The eagerly anticipated game from the young French studio Sandfall Interactive, titled Clair Obscur, is generating significant buzz in the gaming community. Early reviews are showering praise on the game for its deep narrative, mature tone, and exhilarating combat, drawing comparisons to a modern Final Fantasy.
RPG Gamer's reviewer was particularly struck by how the debut project from these youthful developers managed to deliver an experience on par with games from studios boasting decades of experience, all within just a couple of hours. If this impressive pace continues, Expedition 33 could be a strong contender for The Game Awards 2025.
An IGN journalist, after experiencing the demo, was left craving more, eager to delve deeper into the game's world and engage in further battles. They were astounded by the level of achievement from such a young development team.
Kotaku's author went as far as to predict that Clair Obscur could become a turn-based classic, potentially achieving the revered status of a new Final Fantasy. They particularly appreciated the innovative integration of QTE mechanics into traditional turn-based combat, adding a fresh twist to the genre.
Across the board, reviewers are applauding the game's stunning visual style and its mature narrative approach.
Clair Obscur is slated for release on April 24, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series) as well as PC via Steam. Gamers worldwide are eagerly awaiting the chance to experience this promising new title.
