Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Details Revealed

Sandfall Interactive has unveiled exciting new details about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, including its launch date, character roster, and innovative gameplay systems during Xbox's Developer Direct. Discover what makes this highly anticipated RPG stand out.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Everything You Need to Know

Stop the Paintress’ Reign in April 2025

Embark on this Belle Époque-inspired fantasy adventure when Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches worldwide on April 24, 2025, as confirmed during Xbox's Developer Direct. Sandfall Interactive showcased their reimagined approach to turn-based combat, with the game available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.

Pre-orders are now live:
• $44.99 (Standard Edition) / $59.99 (Deluxe) on Xbox
• 10% off on Steam & PS5 ($40.49/$53.99)
• PlayStation Plus required for PS5 discount
Steam's offer ends May 2, while PS5 players have until launch day at 3 PM local time to secure the deal. The Epic Games Store currently supports wishlisting only.

Meet Expedition 33’s Newest Members: Monoco & Esquie

The roster expands with two extraordinary additions: Monoco, a shapeshifting Gestral warrior who adopts enemies’ abilities, and Esquie, the world's most ancient being who serves as the team's guide. These join the previously revealed six playable characters in their mission to break the Paintress' deadly cycle.

Esquie's unique role involves collecting special stones to unlock new areas and abilities, while Monoco's combat style revolves around absorbing fallen foes' powers – a gameplay mechanic immune to the Paintress' influence.

Revolutionary Combat Meets Deep Customization

Creative Director Guillaume Broche emphasizes their mission to reinvent turn-based RPGs: "We wanted combat that's visually stunning but demands real skill." The "reactive turn-based system" blends tactical decisions with real-time elements like parrying and timed attacks, with adjustable difficulty for accessibility.

Each character features:
• Unique mechanics (e.g., Lune's "Stain" resource)
• Personalized skill trees
• Permanent "Lumina" upgrades from Picto evolution
This allows for hundreds of viable builds, letting players craft their perfect combat style through strategic ability combinations.