Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a studio's debut RPG that exceeds all expectations
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, debuting from the indie studio Sandfall Interactive, presents a unique RPG set in a dystopian world governed by a cruel ritual. Players explore the island of Lumière, where a deity known as the Paintress oversees a countdown to an event called 'Gommage', where individuals dissolve into abstract forms upon reaching a set age. The game is defined by its distinctive art style, dynamic turn-based combat, and a profound narrative depth that leaves a lasting impression, elevating it into a thoughtful exploration of themes such as the inevitability of fate and the human experience within despair.
It’s a role-playing game that’s like many that came before it, yet not a lot of games are quite like it. The mythic grandeur captivates.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 paints a chilling dystopia where humanity's fate is dictated by a ritual and a deity's countdown.
On the island of Lumière, the phenomenon 'Gommage' marks an end that becomes both cruel and bittersweet—it's a tradition survivors navigate.
The game’s layered depth and visceral themes transform it from an entertaining romp to a pantheon-worthy experience, lingering in players' daydreams.
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