‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ Brings Back Classic Turn-Based RPG Gameplay
by Sage Ashford
During the Xbox Games Showcase, Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive announced Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a new fantasy RPG that blends action and turn-based mechanics. Set in a world where a being known as the Paintress uses her power to paint a number, forcing everyone of that age to fade into smoke, a collection of soldiers known as “Expedition 33” travel to the Paintress’ home to stop her from ever painting again.
During the Xbox Games Showcase, Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive announced Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a new fantasy RPG that blends action and turn-based mechanics. Set in a world where a being known as the Paintress uses her power to paint a number, forcing everyone of that age to fade into smoke, a collection of soldiers known as “Expedition 33” travel to the Paintress’ home to stop her from ever painting again.
Check out more from the company’s Steam overview page:
Reactive Turn-Based Combat
In this evolution of JRPGs, real-time actions enhance the heart of turn-based combat. Craft unique builds for your Expeditioners that fit your playstyle via gear, stats, skills, and character synergies. Open an active dimension in combat – dodge, parry, and counter in real time, chain combos by mastering attack rhythms, and target enemy weak points using a free aim system.
Tomorrow Comes
With only one year left to live, join Gustave, Maelle, and their fellow Expeditioners as they embark upon a desperate quest to break the Paintress’ cycle of death. Follow the trail of previous expeditions and discover their fate. Get to know the members of Expedition 33 as they learn to work together against impossible odds.
A Hauntingly Beautiful World
Explore an enchanting realm populated by surreal adversaries. Wander through breathtaking landscapes, from the Island of Visages to the Forgotten Battlefield, discovering secrets and hidden quests along the way. Find allies of fortune in creatures of legend and recruit special companions, access new travel methods and discover secret areas in the World Map.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches on PlayStation 5, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series in 2025.
