Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
News, coverage and analysis tracking Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 across the outlets.- Expedition 33 creative director says Zelda: Breath of the Wild is “truly exceptional”Guillaume Broche, the creative director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has praised The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, calling it "truly exceptional." Broche, whose game won multiple awards including Game of the Year, discussed the iconic Nintendo franchise in a recent interview.
- Morning PatchesSeveral games have received updates, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with patch v1.5.6, and Old School RuneScape's 'Blood Moon Rises' expansion. SpaceCraft also released a balancing patch, and Steam Deck received the SteamOS 3.8.20 Beta.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lead says Zelda: Breath of the Wild was "the first open-world game that actually…Guillaume Broche, creative director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, believes The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is the first open-world game to truly deliver on its promise. He praises its sense of exploration and freedom, contrasting it with his general dislike for the open-world genre. Broche's views differ from many on his team who are Zelda fans, but he found Breath of the Wild to be an exceptional experience.
12 Games Like Baldur's Gate 3 (Organized by What You Actually Loved) | TAGThis guide recommends games similar to Baldur's Gate 3, organized by what players enjoyed most, such as companions, tactical combat, or co-op. It highlights titles like Disco Elysium for narrative fans, Divinity: Original Sin 2 for tactical depth and co-op, and It Takes Two for pure cooperative experiences. Larian Studios is confirmed to be working on a new Divinity game, with a Baldur's Gate 3 TV series also in development.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director says Kingdom Hearts 2 is "one of the best action RPGs ever created," and there's "something about that gameplay" he's been chasing "ever since"Guillaume Broche, creative director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has named Kingdom Hearts 2 as one of his top five games of all time and one of the best action RPGs ever created. He stated that he has been chasing the gameplay mechanics found in Kingdom Hearts 2 since its release, noting that while Kingdom Hearts 3 was not bad, it did not recapture the same exceptional gameplay feel.
Patient gamers, your time is now: 9 of 2025's best games are on sale for today onlyPrime Day 2026 is offering significant discounts on numerous acclaimed games from 2025, including titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Pokémon, and Silent Hill. This sale presents a prime opportunity for 'patient gamers' to acquire titles they may have missed. The deals are set to end on June 26.
Cresata Is an Upcoming 2.5D Side-Scrolling Action Platformer Inspired by StriderRocket Panda Games Japan and Shatter Flask Games have announced Cresata, a 2.5D side-scrolling action platformer inspired by Strider and Castlevania. Previously known as Revenant's Reach, the game is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The developers have also launched a Kickstarter campaign and revealed voice talent including Ben Starr and Aleks Le.
Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 show "RPGs are as vibrant" now as ever, Obsidian lead says, even if the genre can look "a little tired" sometimesObsidian Entertainment's Chris Parker believes the RPG genre remains vibrant, citing Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as examples of its current excitement. Despite occasional perceptions of the genre looking 'tired,' Parker has faith in its continued evolution and diversity, highlighting Obsidian's own contributions like Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2.
The best Prime Day deals for gamers live: here are the biggest PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PC discounts based on our…Amazon's Prime Day sale features significant discounts on a wide range of gaming hardware and software. Notable deals include price drops on consoles like the Nintendo Switch 2 and accessories such as gaming headsets, mice, and keyboards from brands like SteelSeries, Razer, and Logitech. Several popular games, including Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders and Astro Bot, are also available at reduced prices.
GTA 6 isn't $100, but its real price proves games are only going to get more expensiveGrand Theft Auto 6 will launch at $80, establishing a new price point that signifies a trend towards more expensive video games. This price increase, while higher than the current $70 standard, is seen by some as a reflection of rising development costs and the premium status of the franchise. The article discusses the potential impact on the industry and consumer accessibility, noting the absence of a PC version at launch.- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Has Dropped to Its Lowest Price at Amazon for Prime DayAmazon has reduced the price of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to $39.99 during its Prime Day sale, marking a 20% discount from its original $49.99 price. This sale offers a significant saving for interested buyers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Best Expedition 33 Weapons for Each Character (2025) | TAGThis guide for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 focuses on the best weapons for each character, identifying over 100 options and highlighting those that offer significant advantages. It explains weapon scaling, upgrade mechanics, and passive perks to help players optimize their loadouts for damage, Stain management, stance access, and Twilight windows.
Newzoo: Global games market made over $200bn in 2025The global games market generated over $200 billion in revenue in 2025, marking a 9.1% year-on-year increase. Mobile gaming accounted for 56% of this revenue, while PC and console gaming each took 22%. China and the United States were the largest markets, contributing over half of the global spending.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Monoco actor jokes he'll be "filled with murderous rage" if he can't reprise his role for the RPG's live-action movie adaptationRich Keeble, the voice actor for Monoco in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, expressed his desire to reprise his role in the upcoming live-action movie adaptation, joking about being filled with "murderous rage" if he is not involved. He hopes to at least provide voice work, even if the character is CGI or motion-captured. The article also mentions other cast members like Charlie Cox and Andy Serkis, and a humorous suggestion from Cox about Robert Pattinson playing Gustave.
Expedition 33 Build Guide: How to Actually Break the Game (2025) | TAGThis guide for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 focuses on mastering the game's combat system by explaining the crucial Burn and Mark status effects and how to effectively utilize character abilities and Pictos. It details optimal strategies for each party member, including Lune, Gustave, Maelle, Sciel, Verso, and Monoco, to create powerful synergies and dominate encounters.
Final Fantasy Resonance lead says games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are leading a turn-based resurgence because "creators who grew up playing JRPGs" are now making them themselvesFinal Fantasy Resonance director Hiroto Furuya believes the resurgence of turn-based RPGs is driven by creators who grew up playing JRPGs and are now making games themselves. He points to titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Baldur's Gate 3 as examples of this trend, suggesting a broader movement to revisit and rework nostalgic gaming experiences.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is still coming to Switch 2 in 2026, says leaker who called Ocarina of Time and Star Fox…Industry leaker Nate The Hate, who accurately predicted the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, claims that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is expected to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. This follows previous accurate predictions about games like Metaphor: ReFantazio coming to the platform. Sandfall Interactive has previously acknowledged the possibility of a Switch 2 port.- NateTheHate reiterates Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 coming to Switch 2 this yearLeaker NateTheHate has reiterated claims that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 this year, despite its absence from a recent Nintendo Direct. The RPG previously won Game of the Year at The Game Awards.
What are we all playing this weekend?Several members of the publication share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Burn With Me, Clair Obscur: Expeditions 33, Red Dead Redemption, and Jet Lancer being mentioned. Some are taking a break from gaming to focus on other activities or prepare for upcoming events like Next Fest.