Following the phenomenal success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which won nine Game Awards including Game of the Year, fans are actively speculating about a sequel. The game, set in a dark Belle Époque Paris, follows Expedition 33 as they battle the Paintress. Suggestions include Clair Obscur: Dualite, while others envision a franchise similar to Final Fantasy.
Originally established by a core team of just 30 developers headed by ex-Ubisoft employee Guillaume Broche, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 went on to become one of the most successful video games of all time when it launched back in April of last year.
Taking place in a dark fantasy Belle Époque setting, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 tells the story of a group known as Expedition 33 who must travel across a destroyed Paris in order to face the Paintress, a being who causes a yearly Gommage, causing those at or above a certain age to be wiped from existence. The unique concept as well as stunning visuals, voice acting, narrative, soundtrack, and more, made it an instant hit, and it was not long before the RPG by Sandfall Interactive went on to meet critical acclaim.
It was such a success that it won the coveted Game of the Year award, as well as becoming the most awarded game in The Game Awards' history, winning a whopping nine out of its 13 nominations. With Sandfall Interactive still riding the high of an incredible year in 2025, it has not yet spoken about the future. Will there be a Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 sequel?
Or will it remain a very successful standalone with the team moving on to a brand-new IP? Well, at the time of writing, we simply do not know, but that has not stopped fans over on r/expedition33 from discussing the potential sequel, and if there was one, what title they think Sandfall may go with.
'If there was a second Clair Obscur game (obviously it wouldn't be E33), what do you think would be a killer title? ' The post in question reads. 'How do you imagine the title plays into the main game? ' Not only that, but the original user had a very interesting suggestion, saying, 'I'll start, Clair Obscur: Dualite - Yin and Yang, two opposing or complementary forces existing together.
' With over 100 comments racked up, it is safe to say that fans of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have plenty of ideas when it comes to the future of the RPG, even though many guess that the potential sequel would just include a title, such as 'Expedition 33' but with a different number, and therefore, focusing on a different team. However, another user had a different suggestion.
'There's definitely going to be a second Clair Obscur game, it's just not going to be an Expedition 33 sequel. It'll be the title of the franchise, like Final Fantasy.
' With a story as unique as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, there is no denying that whatever Sandfall Interactive does next, whether it is a sequel or a new IP entirely, will be just as successful. No pressure. The game's success can be attributed to its meticulous world-building and innovative combat system, which blends turn-based strategy with real-time elements, offering a fresh take on the RPG genre.
The characters are deeply developed, each with their own backstory and motivations that intertwine with the main narrative. The Paintress, as the antagonist, is portrayed with a tragic depth that makes her more than a typical villain, forcing players to question the morality of their quest. The visual style is heavily influenced by French art nouveau, with hand-painted textures and dynamic lighting that bring the Belle Époque era to life, albeit in a decaying, haunting form.
The soundtrack, composed by industry veterans, combines orchestral pieces with melancholic piano motifs, enhancing the emotional weight of the story. Critics have praised the game for its ambitious design and flawless execution, with many calling it a masterpiece that redefines the RPG genre. The fan community is actively engaged in theory-crafting, sharing fan art, and debating lore interpretations. The r/expedition33 subreddit has grown to over 500,000 members within its first year, a testament to the game's lasting impact.
In addition to the Game Awards, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has won numerous other accolades, including Best Narrative, Best Art Direction, and Best RPG at various gaming events worldwide. Sales figures have surpassed 10 million copies, making it one of the best-selling titles of the decade. Sandfall Interactive has remained relatively quiet about future projects, but industry insiders speculate that a sequel is inevitable given the game's commercial and critical success.
However, the studio might choose to expand the universe with spin-offs or prequels exploring the origins of the Paintress or the world before the Gommage. The fan suggestion of Clair Obscur: Dualite hints at a potential theme of duality, which could be explored in a sequel focusing on opposing forces, perhaps new expeditions sent to confront different Paintresses in other cities. The foundation laid by Expedition 33 opens up endless possibilities for storytelling within the Clair Obscur universe.
As the gaming world eagerly awaits news from Sandfall Interactive, one thing is certain: the legacy of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will endure for years to come
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