ALBAWABA - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is nearly within reach, and reviews of one of the most stunning games of 2025 have already started pouring in on social media.
First revealed in 2024, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 caught the eyes of many JRPG fans for its fluid turn-based gameplay, which incorporates classic and modern mechanics, and its beautifully crafted setting, located in France and developed using Unreal Engine 5.
Several reviewers claim that the game has one of the "most fun" turn-based gameplay, going as far as comparing it to Atlus' Persona 5, a game highly regarded by JRPG fans.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has already received several reviews, most notably from renowned gaming news outlets such as IGN, Gamespot, and many more. It garnered several 9/10 reviews across the board.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soars in reviews ahead of release
YouTuber 'MrMattyPlays' wrote on Musk's X (formerly Twitter), "I can finally say it! Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the best games I've ever played," praising its story, soundtrack, and describing its gameplay as the "best turn-based combat."
Another reviewer added, "Expedition 33 is a must play RPG, with one of the most fun turn based mechanics ever. there’s systems here i wish Persona would copy"
Several expressed their concern for the game's developers since the game might go unnoticed due to the unexpected shadow drop of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion's remake, which took the internet by storm.
Expedition 33 is expected to drop Tomorrow, April 24, 2025, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, including a day one release for Game Pass.
