Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Sales Hit 2M in 12 Days

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has now surpassed 2 million copies sold within 12 days of release. This follows an initial 1 million copies sold just three days after launch.

It's important to note that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was a day-one Game Pass title, alongside Bethesda's Oblivion Remastered. This sales achievement is particularly remarkable for French studio Sandfall Interactive and publisher Kepler Interactive.

"We've been amazed to see so many of you embark on this journey," a social media post stated. "We've shared every step, every emotion, and every discovery with you.

"To those who are new here: welcome.

"Tomorrow is coming."

When Bethesda unexpectedly released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered around the same time as the role-playing game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, many assumed only one title would come out on top. Instead, both games found success.

In fact, Kepler reported that not only did Oblivion's release not negatively impact Clair Obscur, but it actually provided a boost by generating more excitement for the RPG category.

Matt Handrahan, senior portfolio manager at Kepler Interactive, explained to The Game Business last week: "We were always aware that Expedition 33 had a distinct identity. During my time in the press, I observed that Western-style RPGs and Japanese-style RPGs often attract different players. I knew many people who enjoy Elder Scrolls games who might not necessarily play Final Fantasy, and the reverse was also true.

"By the time our launch approached, we had built our own momentum and felt confident we could stand alongside it. Other factors, such as our pricing and inclusion in Game Pass, meant we anticipated significant interest in our game. We believed in our product, and the outcome surpassed our expectations. Being close to Oblivion's release didn't hurt us—in fact, it helped focus attention on high-quality RPGs that week, getting everyone discussing the genre."

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has performed so well that French President Macron commended the development team. Don't forget to review our essential tips before diving into the game.

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