"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Early Impressions Released"

The eagerly anticipated game from the innovative French studio Sandfall Interactive, *Clair Obscur*, is already making waves with early evaluations from gaming media. Critics are lauding the game for its deep narrative, mature tone, and exhilarating combat, with some drawing comparisons to a modern *Final Fantasy*.

RPG Gamer's reviewer was particularly struck by the fact that this debut project from such a youthful team delivers an experience typically seen from studios with decades of experience, all within the first couple of hours. If *Clair Obscur* maintains this momentum, it stands a strong chance of clinching a win at The Game Awards 2025.

IGN's journalist was left wanting more after the demo session, eager to delve deeper into the game's world and engage in further battles. They were astounded by the accomplishments of Sandfall Interactive's young developers.

Kotaku's author goes as far as to predict that *Clair Obscur* will become a turn-based classic, likening it to a new *Final Fantasy*. They particularly praised the novel integration of QTE mechanics into traditional turn-based combat, adding a fresh twist to the genre.

Across the board, reviewers have also commended the game's stunning visual style and the mature tone of its narrative.

*Clair Obscur* is slated for release on April 24, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series) as well as PC via Steam.