Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 topped the British physical chart and continues to conquer gamers

Screenshot of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Source: Kepler Interactive

The role-playing game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by French studio Sandfall Interactive, continues to impress players and critics alike. In the third week after its release, it climbed to number one in physical sales in the UK, with 94% of copies sold on the PS5 version. This is a rare case for a JRPG in the UK market, where such games usually lose ground quickly.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was released on 24 April 2025 on PS5, PC, and Xbox X|S Series and has already received high critical acclaim. The game immerses players in the dark fantasy world of Belle Époque, where a team of Expedition 33 volunteers fights the mysterious Artist who takes lives every year.

The unique turn-based combat system inspired by classic JRPGs combines tactical depth with interactivity, and the visuals on Unreal Engine 5 create an immersive atmosphere from the first minutes. Players explore a variety of locations, solve puzzles and uncover story secrets.

Clair Obscur took the top spot in the UK physical chart for the week, ahead of such hits as Minecraft (Switch), Astro Bot, Assassin's Creed Shadows and Grand Theft Auto V. Impressively, the game has risen from fourth place to the top, demonstrating steady interest and sales growth.

The 10 best-selling physical copies of games in the UK for the week:

1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
2. Minecraft (Switch)
3. Astro Bot
4. Assassin's Creed Shadows
5. Grand Theft Auto V
6. EA Sports FC 25
7. Monster Hunter Wilds
8. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
9. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
10. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition

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Source: PushSquare