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"Parrying was not easy": Clair Obscur Expedition 33 devs had to turn to sound to fix an integral part of the…Developers at Sandfall Interactive discussed how sound design was crucial in refining the parry mechanic for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Technical and sound designer Olivier Penchenier explained that instead of an explicit prompt, they integrated timing cues directly into the attack sounds and introduced a 'Glissant Rush' audio element to help players achieve precise parries.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 studio say they're seeking a 'fair solution' in dispute with comic artist who named his book after the same 15th century painting techniqueSandfall Interactive, the studio behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, is seeking a resolution with comic artist Olivier Gay over the use of the term 'Clair Obscur'. Gay alleges Sandfall's lawyers contacted him to stop selling his comic, L'Académie Clair-Obscur, which shares the name of a 15th-century painting technique. Sandfall Interactive has stated they are working with Gay and his publisher to find a fair solution.
Clair Obscur Dev Withdraws All Legal Action Against Unrelated Comic BookSandfall Interactive has withdrawn all legal action against the comic book L’Academie Clair-Obscur, which it had previously claimed infringed on the intellectual property of its game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The studio stated that the action taken by its legal representatives was a mistake, as the comic book is unrelated to their game. Sandfall Interactive expressed support for artists and creativity, wishing the comic book creator well.- Clair Obscur Dev Promises a 'Fair' Solution After Threatening Legal Action Against Unrelated ComicSandfall Interactive, the developer of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has threatened legal action against a comic book titled L’Academie Clair-Obscur, claiming copyright infringement. The comic's creator, Olivier Gay, has stated he will rebrand the comic if necessary. Sandfall Interactive has since commented, expressing a desire to find a fair solution for all parties involved.
The Best Game Keys and Software Deals on G2A.COM – March 2026G2A.COM is featuring deals on various PC games and software in March 2026. Notable discounts include Resident Evil Requiem, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and HELLDIVERS 2. Software deals are available for Microsoft Windows 11 Pro, Adobe Creative Cloud, and CCleaner Professional.
Battlefield 6 Dev Director Anna Norrevik to Headline NG26 SpringBattlefield 6 Dev Director Anna Norrevik will be a headline speaker at Nordic Game Spring 2026, discussing the development of the franchise's latest installment. Her session will cover lessons learned from previous titles, community feedback, core gameplay loops, and managing global collaboration across four studios: DICE, Criterion, Motive, and Ripple Effect.
Clair Obscur writer shares production advice that could improve your game's storyJennifer Svedberg-Yen, writer for Sandfall Interactive's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, shared production advice emphasizing understanding audience communication preferences. She highlighted the importance of tailoring information delivery to individual team members, citing examples of how art director Nicholas Maxson-Francomb preferred keywords while environment artists needed more detailed suggestions.- The Indie Game Awards disqualifies Clair Obscur for its use of GenAI, retracting the game’s two awards – GTOGGThe Indie Game Awards has disqualified Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, retracting its two awards due to the use of generative AI in development, which violates the awards' guidelines. Developer Sandfall Interactive initially claimed no AI was used but later admitted to using placeholder AI-generated textures during production, which were subsequently removed. The awards were given to Sorry We're Closed and Blue Prince respectively.
- Storslam för Arc Raiders på Swedish Game AwardsArc Raiders was the big winner at the Swedish Game Awards, taking home Game of the Year and three other major awards including Best Audio, Best Game Design, and Best Technology. Europa Universalis V won the public vote for Players' Game of the Year, while Battlefield 6 and other popular titles left empty-handed.
Clair Obscur wins Game of the Year at DICE Awards 2026Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive won Game of the Year at the 29th annual DICE Awards, alongside four other accolades including Role-Playing Game of the Year. Ghost of Yōtei received four awards, including Adventure Game of the Year. The event also saw Evan Wells inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame.
Jobs Roundup: February 2026 | UK games publisher PQube appoints Dominic Wheatley as chairmanSeveral key appointments and leadership transitions have occurred across the games industry. Dominic Wheatley has been named chairman of PQube, Ricardo Briceno is the new CEO of Gamefam, and Craig Cincotta has returned to Xbox. Additionally, Christie Golden joins IO Interactive as principal writer, and Joshua Mills takes over as creative director for Rainbow Six Siege at Ubisoft Montréal.
French government awards knighthoods to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devsThe French government has honored 28 members of Sandfall Interactive's development team with knighthoods in the Order of Arts and Letters for the success of their game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Minister of Culture Rachida Dati stated the game represents a major moment in French video game history and restores confidence to the sector.