Multiplat Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

[Gralin]

Sixpence I've statrted the NG+ in French to get that vibe this playthrough

Spoiler

verso admitting he let Gustave die so Maelle wouldn't be tempted to keep the canvas alive oof. Both for the Maelle end and for replaying the start with Gustave

 

[Struggle]

Extra content and costumes announced. For free

Great excuse to have a second playthrough

Someone please protect these Devs from investors

 

[mickelboy182]

Where have you been lately? The last 12 months the gamers have been all about deifying the east and demonizing the west...

For what it's worth I love both games you've mentioned and have thoroughly enjoyed my time with this so far.

Had a chuckle revisiting this on page one.

Absolutely swept the game awards, and well deserved.

 

[giffler]

Free DLC

 

[Sixpence]

Smashed it!

 

[Struggle]

Free DLC

Was looking for an excuse to go back and platinum this game

The dlc will should give me enough willpower to attempt

Spoiler

Simon

again without looking up a build guide

 

[dwwaino]

Deserves everything it won, especially GOTY. My only beef is winning the RPG category in a year where we had KCD2. I guess that comes down to your own definition of what an RPG is though and it gets very loosely applied to anything with class progression these days when IMO the bare minimum should actually require some sort of role playing.

 

[Gralin]

Deserves everything it won, especially GOTY. My only beef is winning the RPG category in a year where we had KCD2. I guess that comes down to your own definition of what an RPG is though and it gets very loosely applied to anything with class progression these days when IMO the bare minimum should actually require some sort of role playing.

 

[UnitedWarrior93]

KCD2 deserved more love, easily my GOTY.

 

[Gralin]

I can't comment on KCD2

Only played e33 and it's definitely one of the best in a long time for me

Almost gave up on it too early though

 

[dwwaino]

I can't comment on KCD2

Only played e33 and it's definitely one of the best in a long time for me

Almost gave up on it too early though

Both are amazing games and I feel like this is the only place I can level that criticism at the best RPG award without anyone taking it the wrong way (the internet is rabid). KCD2 is a pure RPG. You can truly role play in just about any way you want and there are many decisions with consequences that drastically alter the story. I know that under modern criteria that Expedition 33 qualifies as an RPG but I think to award it the best RPG over an actual traditional and true RPG (that is also amazing in its own right) is a bit rough. But then again if you win GOTY you're probably also going to win your category so I guess it wins best RPG by default. I just think it's a bit of a snub. Again that's not to fault E33. I think we all knew it was going to deservedly sweep the awards and it's genuinely a game that's going to be still talked about in 5 or even maybe 10 years time.

 

[netslave]

Both are amazing games and I feel like this is the only place I can level that criticism at the best RPG award without anyone taking it the wrong way (the internet is rabid). KCD2 is a pure RPG. You can truly role play in just about any way you want and there are many decisions with consequences that drastically alter the story. I know that under modern criteria that Expedition 33 qualifies as an RPG but I think to award it the best RPG over an actual traditional and true RPG (that is also amazing in its own right) is a bit rough. But then again if you win GOTY you're probably also going to win your category so I guess it wins best RPG by default. I just think it's a bit of a snub. Again that's not to fault E33. I think we all knew it was going to deservedly sweep the awards and it's genuinely a game that's going to be still talked about in 5 or even maybe 10 years time.

gotta admit I had to double take when I saw that RPG win as well.

 

[Millky95]

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Smashed it!

Been waiting for a sale to get this but might have to bite the bullet after Christmas

 

[UnitedWarrior93]

Both are amazing games and I feel like this is the only place I can level that criticism at the best RPG award without anyone taking it the wrong way (the internet is rabid). KCD2 is a pure RPG. You can truly role play in just about any way you want and there are many decisions with consequences that drastically alter the story. I know that under modern criteria that Expedition 33 qualifies as an RPG but I think to award it the best RPG over an actual traditional and true RPG (that is also amazing in its own right) is a bit rough. But then again if you win GOTY you're probably also going to win your category so I guess it wins best RPG by default. I just think it's a bit of a snub. Again that's not to fault E33. I think we all knew it was going to deservedly sweep the awards and it's genuinely a game that's going to be still talked about in 5 or even maybe 10 years time.

KCD2 100% should've won best RPG.

 

[Gralin]

Both are amazing games and I feel like this is the only place I can level that criticism at the best RPG award without anyone taking it the wrong way (the internet is rabid). KCD2 is a pure RPG. You can truly role play in just about any way you want and there are many decisions with consequences that drastically alter the story. I know that under modern criteria that Expedition 33 qualifies as an RPG but I think to award it the best RPG over an actual traditional and true RPG (that is also amazing in its own right) is a bit rough. But then again if you win GOTY you're probably also going to win your category so I guess it wins best RPG by default. I just think it's a bit of a snub. Again that's not to fault E33. I think we all knew it was going to deservedly sweep the awards and it's genuinely a game that's going to be still talked about in 5 or even maybe 10 years time.

I was gonna be glib earlier and say e33 qualified because it has 2 endings

But that probably did qualify it which is a bit stupid isn't it

 

[Kickpuncher]

So glad this game got is flowers. Easily one of the best games I've ever played.

Well done Sandfall

 

[Sixpence]

Seeing that they've made an Esquie plushie makes me feel Weeee.

Seeing that it's 70 bucks makes me feel Woooo.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Esquie Plush Replica | Official 12” Collectible

Bring home Esquie from the 2025 Game of the Year. This official Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Esquie Plush Replica stands 12” tall, ultra-soft, and highly detailed. Ships Spring 2026.

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[bourbons]

Just started this - am I supposed to have any clue WTF is up with the world and setting?

Feels like I missed an intro cutscene or something lol

 

[Gralin]

Just started this - am I supposed to have any clue WTF is up with the world and setting?

You are not

Feels like I missed an intro cutscene or something lol

 

[Sixpence]

Just started this - am I supposed to have any clue WTF is up with the world and setting?

Feels like I missed an intro cutscene or something lol

Nah, but keep pushing through!

 

[Hydatina Physis]

What's the combat most like? I'm pretty keen to give it a go but all the hype has me worried my expectations might be too high.

Is the level design good? Does it encourage and reward exploring every nook and crevice?

Is there a Gwent type mini-game at all? I'm a sucker for those and if there is ill be way more tempted to buy it.

 

[dank420_]

What's the combat most like? I'm pretty keen to give it a go but all the hype has me worried my expectations might be too high.

Is the level design good? Does it encourage and reward exploring every nook and crevice?

Is there a Gwent type mini-game at all? I'm a sucker for those and if there is ill be way more tempted to buy it.

Battle is closer to a final fantasy 10/12 (and apparently persona but I've never played that). Level design is mint. No Gwent mini game but the side quests in general are ones that really make you want to do them and are not just fetch quests.

 

[Hydatina Physis]

Battle is closer to a final fantasy 10/12 (and apparently persona but I've never played that). Level design is mint. No Gwent mini game but the side quests in general are ones that really make you want to do them and are not just fetch quests.

FF10/12 are my two favourites. Cheers Dank I'll give it a go.