"Clair Oblivion: ElderScrolls 33 - Publisher's 'Barbenheimer' Moment"

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's publisher compares its game's release in the same week as the surprise launch of Oblivion Remastered to the Barbenheimer phenomenon. Dive into the details of their response to this unexpected competition and find out the worldwide release times for their game.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Releasing The Same Week as Oblivion Remastered Shadow Drops

Kepler Interactive Compares It To Barbenheimer

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been building anticipation for its launch when Bethesda unexpectedly released the long-rumored The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. Kepler Interactive, the publisher behind Expedition 33, humorously likened this situation to the Barbenheimer phenomenon in a tweet on April 22.

Barbenheimer, a term coined in 2023, refers to the unique cultural event where two contrasting films, Barbie and Oppenheimer, premiered on the same day. The juxtaposition of Barbie's vibrant, pink-themed world against Oppenheimer's somber, gray-toned narrative became a viral sensation. Fans embraced the contrast, often attending screenings in thematic attire, switching from bright pinks to muted grays. Kepler Interactive used this analogy to highlight the simultaneous release of Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered.

Despite the sudden competition from Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33 remains committed to its planned release. Many developers might shift their dates to avoid such clashes, but Expedition 33 is forging ahead.

Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide

In preparation for its launch, Expedition 33 has announced the exact times it will be available globally. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set to unlock simultaneously across all platforms on April 24, 2025, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.

Below is the schedule for when you can start playing in your region:

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will launch on April 24, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay informed with the latest updates by clicking on our article below!