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Achieving a Milestone in Gaming: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

SEGA has announced an impressive achievement with its turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Released on April 24, 2025, for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the game has successfully surpassed 1 million units sold worldwide as reported by Kepler Interactive. This sales milestone is a testament to the game's popularity and appeal among players around the globe.

Critical Acclaim

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has not only performed well in sales but has also garnered significant praise from critics. The game boasts a 92 score on Metacritic, reflecting its positive reception across various media outlets. Players are diving into the game's immersive narrative, which centers around a perilous expedition aimed at breaking a fatal cycle created by a mysterious entity known as Paintless.

A Unique Turn-Based RPG

What sets Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 apart is its unique integration of real-time elements into the traditional turn-based gameplay. Inspired by the aesthetic of France's Belle Époque, the game transports players to a whimsical world called Lumière. Here, the Paintless threatens the inhabitants by marking numbers on a monolith, resulting in tragic losses each year according to the age of those marked. As a member of the 33rd Expedition team, players embark on a quest to confront this entity and disrupt the grim cycle of death.

Collaborative Publishing Efforts

SEGA has taken significant steps to ensure the success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The company has entered into a joint publishing agreement with Kepler Interactive, a UK-based publisher, and Sandfall Interactive, a French development studio, specifically for the PlayStation®5 package version aimed at the Japanese market. This collaborative approach enhances the game's production and distribution across different platforms, ensuring a broader reach.

Special Campaign: Win a PlayStation®5

To celebrate this significant launch, SEGA is hosting a release commemorative campaign, offering players a chance to win a PlayStation®5. Running from April 25 to May 6, participants are encouraged to follow SEGA's official X account (@SEGA_OFFICIAL) and retweet specific posts. The lucky winner will receive a PlayStation®5 console (model CFI-2000A01).

How to Join:

1. Follow @SEGA_OFFICIAL on X
2. Retweet the specified campaign post

Don't miss this opportunity to win the latest gaming console while enjoying one of the most celebrated RPGs of the year!

Product Overview

• - Title: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• - Platform: PlayStation®5
• - Release Date: Available as of April 24, 2025
• - Price: 6,727 yen (including tax 7,400 yen)
• - Genre: Turn-Based RPG
• - Players: 1
• - Developer/Publisher: Kepler Interactive / Sandfall Interactive
• - Rating: CERO Z (For ages 18 and older)
• - Official Website: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

This release marks an exciting new chapter in the world of gaming, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 standing as a beacon of creative storytelling and advanced gameplay mechanics. Fans and new players alike are invited to explore this gripping tale and join the mission against Paintless!