Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has officially secured an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam, cementing its status as one of the most acclaimed RPGs of 2025. Launched in late April by French indie studio Sandfall Interactive, the game has captivated players with its stunning visuals, immersive world-building, and strategic turn-based combat.

The game's success has been nothing short of phenomenal, with over 2 million copies sold within its first 12 days. Critics and players alike have praised its emotional narrative, haunting soundtrack (which topped Billboard’s Classical Music chart), and polished gameplay mechanics. Even French President Emmanuel Macron publicly applauded the title, highlighting its cultural impact.

On Steam, 95% of player reviews are positive, earning the game its Overwhelmingly Positive badge. The Metacritic user score stands at an impressive 9.7, one of the highest in the platform’s history. Meanwhile, OpenCritic reports a critic average of 92 and a perfect 100 user score, further solidifying its reputation as a must-play RPG.

Fans are already speculating about post-launch content. Jennifer Svedberg-Yen, the game’s head writer, hinted that DLC is likely, though no official announcements have been made. Additionally, with the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, players are petitioning for a port. Sandfall Interactive CEO Guillaume Broche has expressed interest, but no confirmations have been shared yet.