Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 REVIEW

Video games are an art form, and this game proves it.

By Ameer Ammar

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is one of those rare instances where a tiny new studio comes out of nowhere and delivers a game so good that it instantly gets into the GOTY discussion, if you've heard already how good this game is, it is even better than how much people hype it up. Clair Obscur's gameplay is a blast, the idea of implementing real-time dodging and parrying into a turn based combat system is a stroke of genius and for people who aren't fans of turn based combat, this one change makes Clair Obscur perfect for everyone that I'd recommend it even if you don't like turn-based at all. Traversal is the one aspect of gameplay that's quite basic but that's really a nitpick.

The story of Expedition 33 is an incredible work of art with characters that will forever be engraved into my memory, Gustave, Maelle, Sciel, Lune, Verso, and everybody else in this story that I won't spoil stands out as incredible characters that are incredibly acted, I don't even know how this studio managed to hire Charlie Cox (Daredevil) and Andy Serkis but they do an incredible job as well as the rest of the cast.

I highly recommend going into Clair Obscur as blind as possible as I did, the concept of the story will instantly hook you and I have no doubts that the mystery, twists and ultimate answers will have you thinking deeply about this tale and what it all means even months after you see its ending. Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is one of the best games of the year, An incredible achievement by a tiny studio that has just cemented itself as one of the GOATs of the industry, whatever they do next, we will be there.

FINAL VERDICT

This is strong GOTY contender that will probably end up winning at The Game Awards later this year, for $50 this is a no-brainer purchase that you should not miss.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 - 10/10 - MUST-PLAY