Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Achieves 1 Million Sales in 3 Days

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the latest turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive, has achieved remarkable success by selling one million copies within just three days of its launch. This milestone was confirmed by publisher Kepler Interactive in a recent post on X. The game has not only captivated players but has also garnered critical acclaim, becoming the highest-rated game of 2025 on Metacritic, surpassing other notable titles.

Record-Breaking Sales Figures

Kepler Interactive announced on Sunday that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 had surpassed one million sales shortly after its launch on April 24. This impressive figure follows an initial report of over 500,000 units sold within the first day. The official game account on X expressed gratitude to players, stating, “Thank you for believing in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.” This achievement is particularly significant as it marks the debut title for Sandfall Interactive, indicating a strong start for the new intellectual property. Given the overwhelmingly positive feedback from players, it is anticipated that sales will continue to rise in the coming days. The game has also seen success on Steam, reaching a peak of over 120,000 concurrent players, a notable accomplishment considering its availability on Xbox Game Pass.

Critical Acclaim and Ratings

The commercial success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is mirrored by its critical reception. The game has quickly risen to become the highest-rated title of 2025, boasting an impressive score of 92 on Metacritic. This rating places it ahead of other popular games such as the indie roguelike puzzle game Blue Prince and the co-op action-adventure title Split Fiction. On OpenCritic, the game maintains a similar standing, holding a score of 91, again surpassing Split Fiction and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The developers expressed their astonishment at this achievement, thanking players for their support in a heartfelt message shared on social media.

Game Overview and Features

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was released on multiple platforms, including PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X, on April 24. Subscribers of PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate can access the game at no additional cost. The turn-based RPG draws inspiration from classic Japanese games like Final Fantasy and is set in a dark fantasy universe. Players join the volunteers of Expedition 33 as they embark on a quest to defeat the Paintress, a goddess threatening to annihilate all life on the planet. The game’s engaging storyline and gameplay mechanics have contributed to its rapid rise in popularity among gamers and critics alike.

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