Oh man, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 looks absolutely incredible! I just finished watching the brand-new trailer, and it’s packed with fresh gameplay sequences that really showcase how the combat is going to work. Timing and counterattacks are clearly going to play a massive role, and the exploration looks both varied and deep. And on top of that, we got a glimpse of the stellar voice cast they’ve brought on board.
Maybe it’s because I’ve been on a total JRPG high lately, thanks to Metaphor ReFantazio, but every time I see more of Clair Obscur, it just keeps winning me over even more. Anyway, going back to the cast, the roster includes Lord of the Rings star Andy Serkis as Renoir, a man trying to save his family, alongside Daredevil’s Charlie Cox, Final Fantasy XVI’s Ben Starr, and Baldur’s Gate III’s Jennifer English. The full cast is as follows:
- Andy Serkis as Renoir, a desperate man trying to protect his family
- Charlie Cox as Gustave, the lead engineer
- Ben Starr as Verso, a mysterious and dangerous stranger
- Jennifer English as Maelle, a shy loner
- Kirsty Rider as Lune, the head researcher
- Shala Nyx as Sciel, a cheerful warrior
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a dark fantasy RPG from French studio Sandfall Interactive that is starting to Drawing inspiration from the French Belle Époque era, this turn-based RPG mixes real-time elements with stunning visuals, reminiscent of Dragon Age and Final Fantasy.
Lead writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen shared that the actors beautifully conveyed the emotional depth of the characters, who are shaped by a world filled with constant loss. The recording process was both fun and meaningful, adding to the game’s richly developed cast.
While Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has not yet a firm release date, it is expected to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in early 2025. Below the new trailer.
