Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has achieved a remarkable milestone, selling over a million copies, as announced by its publisher, Kepler Interactive. This debut RPG from developer Sandfall Interactive initially soared to success by selling 500,000 copies within its first 24 hours, and now, just three days after launch, it has doubled that figure. The studio expressed their gratitude on social media, stating, "And here we are. Three days after launch. One million copies sold. Thank you for believing in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33."
The game's popularity is further evidenced by its concurrent player peak on Steam, hitting 121,422 players over the weekend, according to SteamDB. This number surpasses the peak concurrent players of any other RPG from the well-known developer Atlus, including the recent hit Metaphor: ReFantazio, which launched in October 2024 and reached a peak of 85,961 players. It's important to note that these figures only reflect Steam's player base; Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 also launched on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X and S, and was available on day one through the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, indicating a significantly larger player base across all platforms.In IGN's 9/10 review of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the game was hailed as a "modern RPG classic." Developed by the newly formed Sandfall Interactive, this turn-based RPG draws heavily from genre classics and unfolds in a post-apocalyptic world. The story follows a group of Expeditioners on a mission to stop The Paintress, a giant being that annually etches a new number, erasing anyone older than it. Players join the crew on their perilous journey to the continent's edge to confront and destroy The Paintress.
For those who started playing over the weekend or are considering diving in this week, make sure to check out our tips for the important things to know before going into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
