"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Update Resolves Soft-Lock Problems"

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's first update patch notes have been unveiled, showcasing significant bug fixes and localization enhancements. Dive in to discover what fans can anticipate from this update, as well as a recommendation from the game's creative director for another RPG.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Post-Launch Updates

Bug Fixes and Localization Improvements

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has released its inaugural update post-launch. On April 30, via a Steam blog post, Sandfall Interactive announced the rollout of Hotfix 1.2.2, which targets a variety of bug fixes and localization enhancements.

The update addresses in-game issues, including a soft-lock that could occur when stunning the Grown Bourgeon, as well as other soft-lock problems on the world map. Additionally, the update includes improvements to the French, German, and Chinese language localizations.

The developers have indicated that they are actively working on further fixes and enhancements, with more details to be shared soon. While these patches are crucial for improving gameplay, fans are eagerly awaiting more substantial updates, such as potential DLCs.

Earlier this week, Expedition 33's lead writer took to Instagram to respond to fan inquiries about the possibility of DLC. Although no confirmation was given, the response was optimistic, highlighting the game's success as a promising sign for future content expansions.

Expedition 33 Director Recommends Another RPG Which Was Released on the Same Day

In related news, Sandfall Games' Creative Director Guillaume Broche has recommended another RPG that launched on the same day as Expedition 33. In a tweet on April 30, Broche encouraged fans to explore The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, describing it as "another great turn-based RPG that was also released last week, and made with love by an awesome team."

This recommendation came in response to a tweet from The Hundred Line's co-director Kazutaka Kodaka, who on April 28, praised Expedition 33 and encouraged fans to experience both RPGs. Kodaka's series of tweets lauded Expedition 33 and highlighted the mutual respect between the two game teams.

Despite launching in the same week as other notable RPGs like Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered, The Hundred Line has received a "Very Positive" rating on Steam. Meanwhile, Expedition 33 continues to lead as the highest-rated game of 2025, having sold over 1 million copies in just three days.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by clicking on our article below!