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The developers behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 made a series of bets tied to the game's Metascore, which they have now lost. As a result, they will be getting tattoos, dyeing their hair, and undertaking other commitments.
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Devs Made Crazy Bets Before Release on the Game's Final Metacritic Score, and Everyone Lost - IGN
Developers of the critically acclaimed game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 made bets on its final Metacritic score before release, with all bets being lost due to the game exceeding expectations. As a result, several team members are now committed to completing dares such as dyeing their hair, performing stand-up comedy, and getting tattoos. Writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen expressed surprise at the game's success, noting that it financially secures the studio's future amidst broader industry uncertainties.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen Joined the Team After Working in Finance, Teaching Cuban Salsa, and a NASA Experiment: 'Maybe I Can Say I'm a Writer Now' - IGN
Jennifer Svedberg-Yen, a writer for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, discusses her unconventional path into game development, which included a career in finance, teaching Cuban salsa, and participating in a NASA experiment. She details how her diverse life experiences influenced her writing for the game and her journey from having minimal gaming knowledge to becoming an avid player and achievement hunter.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Devs Won't Pick a Canon Ending as They Work on a Sequel: 'It Is a Schrodinger's Ending' - IGN
Sandfall Interactive will not designate a canon ending for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, according to writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen. The game features two distinct endings based on player choice, and the developer intends to treat both as equally valid narratives as they work on future titles in the same universe. Svedberg-Yen described the endings as 'Schrodinger's endings,' emphasizing that neither will be officially chosen over the other.
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Crimson Desert Dev's Stock Plunges Following The Game's Reviews
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lead writer doesn't use AI for work because "writing is part of the joy," and…
Jennifer Svedberg-Yen, lead writer for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, stated she does not use AI in her writing process, emphasizing that the creative and emotional struggle is integral to the joy and authenticity of storytelling. She believes AI cannot replicate the human experience and perspective necessary for genuine narrative creation.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Actor Charlie Cox has confirmed he is working on another video game project, stating that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 "opened a new avenue for my professional work." The article also briefly mentions a Tomb Raider TV show.
Daredevil Star Charlie Cox Working on New Video Game Following Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Success - IGN
Actor Charlie Cox, known for his role in Daredevil, is working on a new, more involved video game project following his voice acting work in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Cox expressed his passion for the gaming community and plans to contribute more significantly to his next title, potentially including performance capture.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 "opened a new avenue for my professional work", actor Charlie Cox says, confirming another video game project is on the horizon
Actor Charlie Cox, known for his role in Daredevil, has expressed his enthusiasm for video game development after his involvement in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. He revealed that he will be participating in another game project this year, with a more significant role than his previous work. Cox also noted the surprising passion of video game communities, comparing it to that of Marvel fans.
The Studio Behind One Of The Greatest Debut Games Of All Time Is Teasing Its Next Project
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 'opened a new avenue' up for Daredevil actor Charlie Cox as he announces taking part in another videogame later this year
Actor Charlie Cox, known for his role as Daredevil, has expressed newfound passion for video games after voicing Gustave in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. He revealed that the experience has opened a new professional avenue, and he is set to participate in another, more involved video game later this year.
Death Stranding 2 To Add New Difficulty Mode, Live-Action Scenes, and More Alongside PC Release
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is set to receive a new difficulty mode and live-action scenes, with details emerging alongside its PC release. The game also received multiple nominations for the Golden Joystick Awards 2025, alongside other titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Expedition 33's Charlie Cox Teases He's Doing Another Video Game That Will Be "Much More Involved"
Actor Charlie Cox, who made his video game debut in the successful Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has revealed he will be participating in another game this year with a more involved role. Cox expressed his enjoyment of voicing Gustave in Expedition 33 and was surprised by the game's success and the passion of gaming fans. Developer Sandfall Interactive is also working on a new project, with lead writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen emphasizing a commitment to the studio's vision over solely pleasing fans.
Daredevil actor Charlie Cox says he's acting in another video game after playing Gustave in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: "It has seemingly opened up a new avenue for my professional work"
Actor Charlie Cox, known for playing Daredevil, has revealed he is acting in another video game this year, following his debut in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Cox stated that this new role is more involved than his previous one and has opened up a new professional avenue for him, expressing surprise at the passion of video game communities.
Resident Evil 7 Headlines Xbox Game Pass March Wave 2 Lineup - IGN
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March, headlined by Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The lineup also includes Disco Elysium, South of Midnight, The Alters, and Final Fantasy IV, among others. Several titles are also set to leave the service on March 31.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for March
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March and April, including Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Disco Elysium, and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. Several titles, such as Peppa Pig World Adventures, will be removed from the service on March 31st.
More Game Pass additions for March include Disco Elysium and Resident Evil 7
Microsoft has announced the latest wave of games coming to Game Pass in March and early April. Titles like Disco Elysium, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, South of Midnight, and The Alters will be available across various tiers. Several games previously exclusive to the Ultimate tier are expanding to Premium.
Morning Patches
This article provides patch notes for several games including ARC Raiders, Battlefield 6, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and CODE VEIN II. Specific updates mentioned are SHROUDED SKY - Patch Notes 1.17.0 for ARC Raiders and Patch v1.5.3 for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.