Is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Sulit? Here’s a Beginner-Friendly Review
I’d been seeing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 all over social media before I picked it up. Clips of its painterly art style and glowing reviews had already set my expectations: this was supposed to be a fun, beautiful game. What surprised me wasn’t that it delivered, but how much it lived up to the hype. It’s an “active” action-adventure turn-based RPG that feels a lot like Final Fantasy, but with a French twist.
Apparently, this game was made by a core team of around 30 people, yet the quality feels on par with major triple-A releases. That’s rare in today’s industry, where massive budgets and big-name studios dominate. It’s proof that you don’t need to be a corporate giant to create something beautiful and memorable. (Yes, I’m looking at you, Ubisoft.)
Getting Into the Game
From the start, it was surprisingly easy to get into. The story hooked me right away, and the gameplay struck a good balance between relaxing and engaging. On the surface, it plays like a traditional turn-based RPG. But it adds an active element that lets you evade or parry attacks, giving battles a nice rhythm without being overwhelming.
For players who just want to follow the story, there are easier settings that strip down the challenge without sacrificing the experience. That’s a big plus for beginner gamers who might feel intimidated by long or complicated RPG systems.
What Makes It Stand Out
It’s hard to single out one thing because Clair Obscur shines in so many areas. The visuals are stunning, the gameplay is solid, and the characters pull you in. But for me, the story is where it truly stands out. That’s always what keeps me invested in an RPG, and this game delivers a narrative that’s both engaging and emotionally grounded.
Aside from the difficulty spikes I signed up for, like the underwater boss (if you know, you know) or the sky dragon, there wasn’t much that frustrated me. If anything, those intense battles made the victories sweeter, especially since I had to tweak my builds to adapt. Clair Obscur stays approachable while still leaving room for strategy, particularly for players who enjoy min-maxing character stats.
Is It Sulit?
Definitely. With over 68 hours of gameplay, gorgeous visuals, and characters that stay with you (well, if you’ve played it, they stay inside your heart lol), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is well worth the time. The fact that it costs less than most triple-A titles makes it even easier to recommend. For me, it’s more than just a good game, it’s a piece of art.
If you’re a beginner looking to try your hand at RPGs or a gamer who wants something fresh without the baggage of endless grind, this one’s worth your attention. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 proves that great games don’t need massive teams or billion-dollar budgets. Sometimes, passion, vision and a little bit of luck are enough.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available to play on PC through Steam, Epic Games and XBox PC Game Pass (it’s free if you’re subscribed), Playstation 5 and XBox Series X/S.
Oh, one thing that I didn’t talk about was how much the songs in this game go so friggin’ hard. All of them are A-class bangers that are currently in my Spotify playlist. Check it out when you can.
I also have a playthrough you can watch here!
