The upcoming title from the innovative French studio Sandfall Interactive, Clair Obscur, is already making waves in the gaming community. Early evaluations from prominent gaming media outlets are showering the game with praise, highlighting its deep narrative, mature tone, and exhilarating combat mechanics. Some reviewers are even drawing comparisons to modern iterations of Final Fantasy, indicating the high level of quality and engagement that Clair Obscur brings to the table.
RPG Gamer's reviewer was particularly struck by the fact that Sandfall Interactive's debut project delivers an experience that rivals games from studios with decades of experience, all within just a few hours of gameplay. If this impressive pace is sustained throughout the game, Expedition 33 could be a strong contender at The Game Awards 2025.
A journalist from IGN found themselves eager for more after their demo session, captivated by the game's world and eager to engage in further battles. They were astounded by the achievements of such a youthful development team.
Kotaku's author went as far as predicting that Clair Obscur could become a turn-based classic, likening it to a new Final Fantasy. They particularly admired the game's unique integration of Quick Time Events (QTEs) into traditional turn-based combat, adding a fresh twist to the genre.
Across the board, reviewers are also commending the game's stunning visual style and the maturity of its narrative, further solidifying its status as a highly anticipated release.
Clair Obscur is slated to launch on April 24, 2025, and will be available on current-generation consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series) as well as PC via Steam. With such glowing early reviews, fans of deep storytelling and engaging gameplay have much to look forward to.
