Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Launches April 24th on PS5, Xbox, and PC
Prepare for the arrival of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a unique turn-based RPG blending real-time combat mechanics reminiscent of the Mario RPG series. Launching April 24th on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, this dark fantasy adventure promises a serious, unusual, and visually striking experience. Preorders are open now for both standard and deluxe editions (available on Amazon).
Standard Edition:
The standard edition, priced at $49.99 (except Steam at $44.99), offers the core game experience. Available on:
- PS5: Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, PlayStation Store
- Xbox Series X|S: Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, Xbox Store
- PC: Steam
Digital Deluxe Edition:
Priced at $59.99 (Xbox and PS5) and $53.99 (PC), the deluxe edition includes:
- The base game
- "Flowers" Collection: Six outfits and hairstyles, plus six "Gommage" variations.
- "Clair" outfit for Maelle
- "Obscur" outfit for Gustave
Available on:
- PS5: [Link to Store]
- Xbox: [Link to Store]
- PC (Steam): [Link to Store]
Xbox Game Pass Availability:
The standard edition will be available on day one for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. Consider a three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription for optimal value.
Deluxe Edition Upgrade (Xbox):
For Xbox Game Pass users desiring deluxe edition content, a separate upgrade is available via the Xbox Store.
Preorder Bonuses:
Currently, no preorder bonuses are announced. This section will be updated if that changes.
Game Overview:
Developed by Sandfall Interactive, Clair Obscur plunges players into a dark fantasy world where a powerful being, the Paintress, annually erases individuals of a specific age. Players lead "Expedition 33," a group of 33-year-olds aiming to stop her. The game features unique turn-based combat with real-time elements like dodging, parrying, counter-attacks, combo chaining, and weak point targeting.
Other Preorder Guides:
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