The upcoming RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 from Sandfall Interactive is generating buzz, not just for its stunning visuals and unique gameplay, but also for its impressive English voice cast, featuring renowned actors from both video games and film. This star-studded lineup was revealed on the PlayStation Blog on Thursday.
The main cast includes Charlie Cox (known for his role as Daredevil), Jennifer English (the voice of Shadowheart in Baldur’s Gate 3), Ben Starr (Clive from Final Fantasy XVI), and the legendary Andy Serkis, whose voice acting credits include The Lord of the Rings and numerous other franchises. The cast also features Kirsty Rider (Sandman), Shala Nyx (The Old Guard), Devora Wilde (Space Marine 2), Tracy Wiles (Metaphor: ReFantazio), Rich Keeble (Total War: Warhammer 3), and Maxence Cazorla.
Lead writer and voice producer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen highlighted the cast’s ability to capture the nuances of the characters, stating, “The cast beautifully conveyed the complexity of the characters, who have each been shaped by the harshness of their world. Every character has been affected by deep and constant loss and has dealt with this in their own way.”
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was initially unveiled during the 2024 Xbox Games Showcase with a captivating trailer. Preorders opened shortly after, with a listed price of $50 on Amazon, notably lower than other RPGs of seemingly similar scope. This sparked questions about the game’s length and depth.
The official Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 X (formerly Twitter) account addressed these concerns, explaining that the $50 price point reflects the small team’s desire to make the game accessible to a wider audience. The post also confirmed that players can expect over 30 hours of gameplay in the main story, with additional side content for completionists.
We’ve seen a few questions regarding the price and expected playtime of Expedition 33.
We are a small team with an Indie spirit, and we’re creating something we believe is truly special. We aren’t an AAA studio, this is our first game, and we want as many people discovering our…
— Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (@expedition33) October 18, 2024
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a fantasy adventure RPG centered around a group on a quest to defeat the Paintress, a being who annually claims the lives of everyone reaching a certain age. The game features a dynamic, real-time, turn-based combat system, allowing for dodging, parrying, and combo attacks. Players can also customize their character builds to complement their playstyle and synergize with their party.
Sandfall Interactive is currently targeting a spring 2025 release for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. With its unique blend of narrative, gameplay, and a stellar voice cast, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is shaping up to be a promising title for RPG enthusiasts.
