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

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Reaches 2 Million Sales Milestone in Just 12 Days

The French RPG has surpassed all expectations, doubling its initial sales figures from 1 million in its first three days to an impressive 2 million copies sold within twelve days. Notably, this achievement comes despite the game being available as a day-one Xbox Game Pass title alongside Bethesda's Oblivion Remastered.

Developer Sandfall Interactive and publisher Kepler Interactive shared their gratitude through social media: "We've been awestruck watching so many of you begin this journey, experiencing every step, emotion, and revelation alongside your character. To new players just joining us - welcome aboard. Tomorrow comes."

Industry observers initially questioned whether Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 could compete when Bethesda surprise-released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered during the same launch window. Contrary to expectations, both RPGs found success, with Kepler Interactive reporting that Oblivion's release actually benefited Clair Obscur by generating broader excitement for the RPG genre.

Kepler Interactive's senior portfolio manager Matt Handrahan explained: "We recognized that Expedition 33 had its own unique identity. Western and Japanese-style RPGs traditionally appeal to different audiences - many Elder Scrolls fans don't play Final Fantasy, and vice versa. By launch, we'd built our own momentum and were confident in standing alongside Oblivion. Game Pass inclusion and our pricing strategy helped generate significant interest."

The game's remarkable performance has garnered high-profile recognition, including praise from French President Emmanuel Macron. For players jumping into the adventure, check out our essential beginner's guide.