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A Surprise RPG Success of 2025
Few expected Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to resonate as strongly as it did, as impressive as it was shaping up to be. Released in 2025, the role-playing epic from Sandfall Interactive quickly became one of the year’s breakout hits, praised for its imaginative storytelling and distinctive turn-based combat system that blends timing and reflexes.
For fans who were left wanting more, there’s good news: Clair Obscur is only just beginning.
Guillaume Broche Confirms Series Future
In a recent interview with YouTuber MrMattyPlays, game director Guillaume Broche clarified that Clair Obscur is the overarching franchise name, with Expedition 33 serving as just one tale within its universe.
Broche added that early concepts for future games are already in development, though it’s too early for formal announcements. Notably, he suggested upcoming entries may not be direct sequels. Instead, each game may explore fresh stories, characters, and perspectives tied to the same universe.
“I’m more inclined to leave behind my past work when starting something new,” Broche explained, hinting at an anthology-style approach rather than a linear continuation.
Beyond Games: A Live-Action Adaptation
Sandfall Interactive is also pushing Clair Obscur beyond gaming. A live-action film adaptation of Expedition 33 is already in the works, although details about cast, production, and release remain scarce. The announcement signals an ambitious plan to grow Clair Obscur into a full multimedia franchise.
For now, fans may have to wait for concrete updates on the next game, but the outlook is clear: Clair Obscur is no one-off. Sandfall Interactive appears committed to nurturing the IP into a long-term universe spanning games — and now film.
With its unique mechanics and distinctive tone, Clair Obscur has the foundation to become one of the next great RPG franchises.
