"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Named Top Game of 2025, Lauded by BG3's Director"

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has made a remarkable impact upon its release, earning widespread acclaim and drawing praise from none other than Baldur’s Gate 3's Publishing Director. Dive deeper into the game's stellar debut and gain insights from Andy Serkis on the art of storytelling in video games.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the Highest Rated Game of 2025

Baldur’s Gate 3 Publishing Director Shows Support

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has burst onto the scene with critical acclaim, captivating both players and developers. Michael Douse, the Publishing Director for Baldur’s Gate 3, has publicly lauded the game, urging fans to experience Expedition 33 for themselves.

On April 23, Douse took to Twitter (X) to express his admiration for the newly launched RPG, noting its status as the highest-rated game of 2025. As of this writing, Expedition 33 boasts an impressive aggregate score of 92 on Metacritic and is proudly labeled as a "Must-Play" by the platform.

Within just 24 hours of its release, Expedition 33 has surged to become the third top-selling game on Steam, a remarkable achievement especially considering it shares its launch week with Oblivion Remastered. The game's spotlight remains undimmed, thanks to its high-quality gameplay and compelling narrative.

Here at Game8, we've awarded Expedition 33 a stellar 96 out of 100, celebrating its innovative approach to JRPGs that blends the familiar with the refreshingly new. The game masterfully combines tactical combat with real-time interactions, redefining traditional turn-based mechanics through dodging, parrying, counters, and timed attacks. For a more in-depth look at our review, be sure to visit our article below!