Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
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Final Fantasy Resonance and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 success means "all signals" point to Square Enix making a mainline turn-based JRPG, analyst says: "Just a matter of time"
Following the strong performance of Final Fantasy Resonance and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, an analyst suggests Square Enix should return to mainline turn-based JRPGs. Resonance has sold 400,000 copies, generating $20 million, indicating a significant market appetite that the company may have overlooked in its shift towards action-oriented titles.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 23: Epic Games Halloween Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals feature a variety of Halloween sales from major digital storefronts including the Epic Games Store, Steam, Green Man Gaming, GOG.com, and Fanatical. Discounts are available on numerous titles, with special bundles and free games also highlighted across platforms like Amazon Luna.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold 8.7 million copies and made $366 million, analyst says, and that's despite the…
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has achieved significant commercial success, selling 8.7 million copies and generating $366 million, with a strong performance on Steam despite its availability on PC Game Pass. Analysts suggest that its inclusion in subscription services like Xbox Game Pass, while potentially cannibalizing direct sales, ultimately increased its overall reach and player base.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on PS5 Drops to New All-Time Low Price at Amazon With a Coupon
Amazon has reduced the price of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for PlayStation 5 to an all-time low of $34.65, down from $49.99, when a coupon is applied on the store page.
Rayman Legends Retold’s New Baguette Costumes Are A Tip Of The Beret To Expedition 33
Rayman Legends Retold will feature new baguette-themed costumes as a tribute to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, both games developed by French studios. Ubisoft confirmed these outfits are a playful nod to the other game, celebrating French creativity. The costumes will be available at launch for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
GTA 6 could beat Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record-breaking Game Awards haul - but I wouldn't bet on it
This article discusses the potential for Grand Theft Auto VI to receive numerous nominations at The Game Awards, comparing its prospects to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record-breaking haul last year. While GTA 6 is expected to be nominated in major categories like Game of the Year and Best Game Direction, the author suggests it's unlikely to surpass Clair Obscur's nine wins due to certain categories being inaccessible for a major studio title.
Xbox Game Pass Is Losing 8 More Games In October
Xbox Game Pass is removing eight games from its library on October 31st, including several LucasArts classics like Full Throttle Remastered and Day of the Tentacle Remastered, as well as Deep Rock Galactic and Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. Players have the option to purchase these titles at a discount before they are removed.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 16: Steam Cooking Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Cooking Fest with discounts on cooking-themed games like Beastro and Venba. Additionally, there are free weekends for Battlefield 6 and Stranded Deep, along with numerous sales across various storefronts like Epic Games Store, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, Humble Bundle, and Ubisoft.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 16: PlayStation Player's Choice second chance
This weekend's digital sales include a second chance for the PlayStation Player's Choice sale, featuring discounts on numerous titles for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also get select games for free, while Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to further deals.
Controversial Battlefield 6 XP changes have been reversed, with Battlefield Studios saying they were "unintended"
Battlefield Studios has reversed controversial changes to XP earn rates in Battlefield 6's Season 5, stating the reduction was unintended. Players had suspected the change was a deliberate nerf to encourage purchases of the new Ultimate Shortcut Kit. The article also briefly touches on Grand Theft Auto 6's eligibility for The Game Awards 2026 and Rockstar Games' ongoing employment tribunal.
GTA 6 squeaks into eligibility for The Game Awards 2026 by the smallest of margins - but can it break Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record number of wins?
Grand Theft Auto 6 will be eligible for The Game Awards 2026 by a narrow margin, releasing on November 19, 2026, just before the November 20 cut-off. The article speculates on its potential to break Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record of nine wins, noting the immense anticipation for Rockstar's title. Separately, Rockstar Games faces scrutiny over recent firings at Rockstar North, which affected employees are calling union-busting.
GTA 6 will be eligible for 2026 GOTY at The Game Awards, but Rockstar is barely beating the buzzer
Grand Theft Auto VI is set to be eligible for The Game Awards 2026, with its November 19 release date narrowly meeting the November 20 cutoff. This strategic timing is discussed as a potential advantage for Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive in securing awards, alongside other potential nominees like Baldur's Gate 3 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 9: The Triple-I Initiative Showcase
This article rounds up various PC game deals available over the weekend, including discounts on Steam, Humble Store, and other digital storefronts. It highlights free games, bundle offers, and specific title sales, with a focus on titles featured in the recent Triple-I Initiative Showcase.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 9: PlayStation Player's Choice sale
This weekend's console deals include PlayStation's Player's Choice sale featuring titles like Saros and Marathon, Xbox Game Pass deals with Halo: The Master Chief Collection, and Nintendo Switch discounts on indie games from the Triple-I Initiative Showcase. PlayStation Plus members can also claim F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 for free.
Ex-PlayStation boss prefers "good 20 to 25-hour games" over 100-hour behemoths because those are "not all…
Former Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Shawn Layden advocates for shorter, more action-packed games, arguing that the trend towards 100-hour behemoths inflates development costs without a proportional increase in quality. He believes a focus on 20-25 hour experiences would be more sustainable and enjoyable for players.
More Cox in video games as Daredevil and Clair Obscur star says he's in an unannounced Sega title
British actor Charlie Cox, known for Daredevil and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has revealed he has completed voice work for an unannounced Sega title. Cox expressed surprise that his English accent was not what the developers expected for the role, which he stated was around 40 hours of dialogue.
Charlie Cox Recorded 40 Hours Of Dialogue For A Sega Game He Can’t Name Yet
Actor Charlie Cox revealed at New York Comic-Con that he has recorded approximately 40 hours of dialogue for an upcoming, unnamed Sega-published video game. Cox humorously shared that the development team was surprised to learn he was English, as they had expected an American voice actor. He also mentioned his previous role in the critically acclaimed game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
After Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Daredevil star Charlie Cox is in a new Sega game, but you don't know what it is:…
Actor Charlie Cox, known for his role as Daredevil, has revealed he is working on an unannounced Sega game. Following his debut in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Cox confirmed he has completed voice work for a new Sega title, which he described as a fun but intensive experience requiring 40 hours of lines.
Triple-i Showcase Sets 2027 Dates for Indie Game Releases
The Triple-i Initiative's fall showcase revealed release dates and new information for numerous indie games, with many targeting 2027. Notable announcements include Outward 2 and ReVamp, alongside updates for Astral Ascent and Dave the Diver. The event also featured playable demos and playtests for various upcoming titles.
Daredevil’s Charlie Cox is Working on an Unannounced Sega Title
Actor Charlie Cox has confirmed he is part of the cast for an unannounced Sega title, which he described as a "fun" but challenging experience. Cox, who previously voiced Gustave in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, revealed that the new project does not yet have a name and is likely in the early stages of development. He also inadvertently confirmed his character will be American, despite himself being English.
