most anticipated game of the year, but it certainly has its niche, filling in an underserved niche with a modern, high-quality, turn-based RPG.

So it's no wonder you may want to dive into the world of Clair Obscur a little early. While it's due to be a day-one Game release, things work a little differently here from previous early access releases on the platform. Here's what to expect when it comes to Clair Obscur's release.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Doesn't Have Early Access

You'll Have To Wait A Little Longer

Unfortunately, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 doesn't have any kind of early access program. No matter what platform you're playing it on (PC, PS5, or Xbox), or which edition you've purchased, and whether or not you've preordered it, you won't be able to play Clair Obscur a second before its scheduled release date. There's no early access program for preorders of more expansive editions, as with previous cross-platform Game releases, like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. It'll be out on Thursday, April 24, and not a moment before.

When You Can Start Playing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur Launch Times By Region

No matter where you're playing from or what edition you're playing, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will unlock at 12:00 AM PDT on April 24, 2025. That's further broken down by region and time zone in the table below.

So, regardless of where you from, you'll be able to start playing Clair Obscur at some point on April 24. Note that this is a simultaneous worldwide release, and all that's different is the time zone it's coming out in. But don't worry about the lack of early access - it's a single-player game that, while difficult, isn't the slightest bit competitive, so getting to start a few days early wouldn't exactly give you a leg up. Everyone has the same starting point - if you're waiting to play, though, just keep an eye out for spoilers.

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So, you now know exactly when you can start playing Clair Obscur, even though you won't manage to beat its release date. You'll have to wait until your specified time on April 24 to jump into the story of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, along with the rest of the world.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Turn-Based RPG

Fantasy

Systems

9/10

13

9.6/10

Released

April 24, 2025

ESRB

Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence

Developer(s)

Sandfall Interactive

Publisher(s)

Kepler Interactive

Engine

Unreal Engine 5

Cross-Platform Play

No

Cross Save

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