Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Soundtrack Hits No. 1 on Billboard Classical Charts

Developer Sandfall Interactive has proudly announced that the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack has soared to the top of the Billboard album charts in the weeks following its release. As fans continue to immerse themselves in this mega-hit turn-based RPG, one aspect that has garnered widespread acclaim is its captivating music. This element has been a focal point of praise on social media, and now, that enthusiasm is mirrored in Billboard's rankings.

Visit the Billboard website, and you'll discover that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 proudly holds the number one spot on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts. Sandfall also shared that the soundtrack has achieved a notable ranking of 13 on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and 31 on the Official Album Download chart. This indicates that players are not only drawn to the game's compelling story and gameplay but also to its enchanting, dreamlike soundtrack that enhances the entire adventure.

Achieving such resonance with music fans is a remarkable achievement, especially given that the soundtrack was crafted by composer Lorien Testard, who, as Sandfall revealed in an interview with BBC, was discovered on SoundCloud.

Released on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S (including Game Pass), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has already surpassed the impressive milestone of 2 million copies sold within less than two weeks. This success story has earned Sandfall's debut game widespread acclaim, with even French President Emmanuel Macron offering his congratulations.

For more insights into the reception of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, delve into why Sandfall doesn't believe the surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered affected its sales. Additionally, explore how the project is reigniting familiar debates about turn-based games.