Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been lauded by none other than the Publishing Director of Baldur’s Gate 3 for its stellar launch. Dive into the details of the game's impressive debut day and hear from Andy Serkis on the art of storytelling in video games.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the Highest Rated Game of 2025
Baldur’s Gate 3 Publishing Director Shows Support
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has burst onto the scene with critical acclaim, capturing the hearts of players and earning accolades from fellow developers. Michael Douse, the Publishing Director of Baldur’s Gate 3, has openly praised the game and urged fans to dive into the experience of Expedition 33.
On April 23, Douse took to Twitter (X) to express his admiration for the new RPG, noting that it holds the title of the highest-rated game of 2025. As of the latest updates, Expedition 33 boasts an impressive aggregate score of 92 on Metacritic, earning the coveted "Must-Play" label from the site.
Remarkably, within just 24 hours of its release, Expedition 33 has climbed to become the third top-selling game on Steam, despite the simultaneous launch of Oblivion Remastered. The game's spotlight remains undimmed, thanks to its exceptional gameplay and compelling narrative.
Here at Game8, we've awarded Expedition 33 a stellar score of 96 out of 100, celebrating its innovative approach to JRPGs that blends familiarity with fresh innovation. The game seamlessly integrates tactical combat with real-time interactions, revolutionizing traditional turn-based mechanics through features like dodging, parrying, counters, and timed attacks. For a deeper dive into our review, be sure to check out our detailed article below!
