Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has garnered significant acclaim right from its launch, drawing enthusiastic praise from none other than the Publishing Director of Baldur's Gate 3. Delve into the details of its triumphant debut and discover Andy Serkis' insights on the power of storytelling in video games.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the Highest Rated Game of 2025

Baldur’s Gate 3 Publishing Director Shows Support

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has stormed the gaming scene with its remarkable launch, earning accolades from both players and industry professionals. Michael Douse, the Publishing Director for Baldur’s Gate 3, expressed his admiration for the game and urged fans to rally behind Expedition 33.

On April 23, Douse shared his thoughts on Twitter (X), applauding the new RPG and highlighting its status as the highest-rated game of 2025. As of now, Expedition 33 boasts an impressive aggregate score of 92 on Metacritic, earning it the coveted "Must-Play" tag from the site.

Impressively, within just 24 hours of its release, Expedition 33 has climbed to the third spot among top-selling games on Steam. Despite launching in the same week as Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33 continues to captivate audiences with its superior gameplay and compelling narrative.

Here at Game8, we've awarded Expedition 33 a stellar score of 96 out of 100. We commend its innovative approach to JRPGs, which skillfully blends the familiar with the fresh. The game's unique mix of tactical combat and real-time interaction revolutionizes the traditional turn-based system, incorporating dynamic elements like dodging, parrying, counters, and timed attacks. For a deeper dive into our analysis, be sure to read our full review below!