Developer Sandfall Interactive has exciting news to share: the soundtrack for their debut title, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has soared to the top of the Billboard album charts shortly after its release. This mega-hit turn-based RPG has not only captivated gamers with its compelling story and gameplay but also with its enchanting music, which has become a focal point of discussion on social media.
Visit the Billboard website, and you'll see that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 proudly holds the number one spot on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts. Additionally, Sandfall has shared that the soundtrack has impressively climbed to number 13 on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and number 31 on the Official Album Download chart. This demonstrates that players are deeply engaged with more than just the game’s narrative and mechanics; the dreamy soundtrack enhances the entire experience.
The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack is an extensive collection, featuring over 150 individual tracks. On platforms like Spotify, many of these tracks have garnered hundreds of thousands of streams. The standout track, Lumière, has achieved nearly 1.9 million views on YouTube and slightly over 1.9 million streams on Spotify, establishing it as a fan favorite.
It's a remarkable achievement for a video game soundtrack to connect so profoundly with music enthusiasts, especially considering that the composer, Lorien Testard, was discovered on SoundCloud, as Sandfall revealed in an interview with BBC.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was released on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, including availability on Game Pass. In just under two weeks, it has surpassed the 2 million copies sold mark, marking a significant success for Sandfall’s first game. The acclaim has been so widespread that even French President Emmanuel Macron has offered his congratulations.
For more insights into the reception of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, you can explore why Sandfall believes the surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered did not affect its sales. Additionally, delve into how the project is reigniting familiar debates about turn-based games.
