Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set to launch amidst the surprise release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. The game's publisher, Kepler Interactive, has likened this situation to the "Barbenheimer" phenomenon, where two contrasting films, Barbie and Oppenheimer, premiered on the same day in 2023. This comparison highlights the unique challenge and opportunity presented by the simultaneous release of these two games.
Kepler Interactive Compares It To Barbenheimer
As Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gears up for its debut, Bethesda unexpectedly released The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. Kepler Interactive took to their official Twitter (X) on April 22 to address this development humorously, drawing parallels to the Barbenheimer event. The Barbenheimer phenomenon saw fans flocking to theaters for back-to-back screenings of the starkly different movies, Barbie and Oppenheimer, celebrating the contrast between their themes and aesthetics.
Similarly, Kepler Interactive sees the release of Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered in the same week as a chance for gamers to experience two vastly different gaming worlds. While many developers might shift their release dates to avoid competition, Expedition 33 remains committed to its planned launch.
Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide
In anticipation of its release, Expedition 33 has announced the exact times for its global launch. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will be available simultaneously across all platforms on April 24, 2025, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.
Below is the schedule for when the game will unlock in various regions:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is slated to release on April 24, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For the latest updates and more information about the game, be sure to check out our dedicated article.
