Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has taken the gaming world by storm with its stellar launch, earning praise from both players and industry professionals. Notably, Michael Douse, the Publishing Director for Baldur’s Gate 3, has publicly lauded the game, highlighting its impressive debut.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Publishing Director Shows Support
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has not only captured the hearts of gamers but also received accolades from the industry. Michael Douse, the Publishing Director for Baldur’s Gate 3, expressed his admiration for the game on Twitter (X) on April 23, emphasizing its status as the highest-rated game of 2025. With an impressive aggregate score of 92 on Metacritic, and tagged as a "Must-Play" by the platform, Expedition 33 is setting new standards in the gaming community.
The game's success is further evidenced by its position as the third top-selling title on Steam, achieved within just 24 hours of its release. This is particularly notable given that it launched in the same week as Oblivion Remastered, yet Expedition 33 has managed to maintain the spotlight with its high-quality gameplay and compelling narrative.
At Game8, we awarded Expedition 33 a remarkable score of 96 out of 100, celebrating its innovative approach to the JRPG genre. The game masterfully blends tactical combat with real-time interactions, redefining traditional turn-based systems through features like dodging, parrying, counters, and timed attacks. For a deeper dive into our review, be sure to read our detailed article below.
