Positive Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review leaks as Game Pass RPG competes with Oblivion remaster (2025)

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered isn't the only RPG to hit Xbox Game Pass and other platforms this week. A smaller but enthusiastic crowd has been awaiting the April 24th Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 release date. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 reviews should arrive on April 23rd. However, a French site, Xboxygen, mistakenly saw its article added to Metacritic. If gamers agree with the writer, the title may challenge the Oblivion remaster for playtime.

Sandfall Interactive's project takes inspiration from Japanese series like Persona, which feature turn-based combat. Also, the game will include real-time elements and the ability to dodge or parry attacks. The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 narrative is refreshingly unique. The Paintress threatens its vibrant Belle Époque world and can erase the population with brushstrokes. A cast of characters band together and must use their unique abilities to avoid annihilation.

A captivating storyline and dynamic combat led to the first of possibly many glowing reviews. While the Metacritic summary is short on specifics, the reviewer praised the game's small development team. The French ensemble pales in size compared to the Bethesda army, which developed The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.

Even though the two RPGs have differences, some gamers aren't thrilled with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 release date. Most of the blame has gone toward Microsoft and Bethesda for shadow-dropping its high-profile RPG in the same week. Both titles are day-one Game Pass additions but are also available on Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation, and Xbox.

The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review embargo ends shortly, so readers should soon learn more about the game. Streamers will also feature the title before its April 24th debut.

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