Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's publisher, Kepler Interactive, has drawn a striking parallel between their game's launch and the cultural phenomenon known as Barbenheimer. This comparison comes in light of Bethesda's unexpected shadow drop of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, which is set to release the same week as Expedition 33. Read on to discover Kepler Interactive's response to Oblivion’s surprise launch and the global release schedule for Expedition 33.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Releasing The Same Week as Oblivion Remastered Shadow Drops
Kepler Interactive Compares It To Barbenheimer
As Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gears up for its eagerly anticipated launch, Bethesda threw a curveball by shadow dropping the much-talked-about The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. On April 22, Kepler Interactive took to their official Twitter (X) account to address the situation humorously, likening it to the Barbenheimer phenomenon.
For those who might not recall, Barbenheimer refers to the simultaneous release of the films Barbie and Oppenheimer in July 2023, which captivated audiences with their starkly contrasting themes and aesthetics. Movie enthusiasts embraced the unique juxtaposition by attending back-to-back screenings, often dressed in vibrant pinks for Barbie and somber grays for Oppenheimer. Kepler Interactive cleverly used this cultural moment to highlight the coincidental timing of Expedition 33's release alongside Oblivion Remastered.
Despite the potential for Oblivion Remastered to overshadow their title, Expedition 33 remains committed to its scheduled launch, showing resilience and confidence in their product.
Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide
In preparation for its launch, Expedition 33 has announced the precise times the game will become available globally. Set to unlock on April 24, 2025, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will launch simultaneously across all platforms.
Below is the schedule for when you can start playing the game in your region:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is slated for release on April 24, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay tuned for more updates by clicking on our article below!
