Developer Sandfall Interactive has proudly announced that the soundtrack for their debut turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has soared to the top of Billboard's album charts shortly after its release. The game's music has struck a chord with fans, becoming a focal point of discussions on social media and now achieving significant recognition on Billboard.
If you visit the Billboard website, you'll see Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts. Additionally, Sandfall shared that the soundtrack has impressively climbed to number 13 on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and secured spot 31 on the Official Album Download chart. This indicates that the game's appeal extends beyond its engaging story and gameplay, with its enchanting music captivating players throughout their adventure.
The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack features over 150 tracks, many of which have garnered hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify. The standout track, Lumière, has particularly resonated with listeners, amassing nearly 1.9 million views on YouTube and just over 1.9 million streams on Spotify.
Achieving such widespread acclaim in the music community is a remarkable accomplishment, especially since the soundtrack was crafted by composer Lorien Testard, discovered by Sandfall on SoundCloud, as highlighted in their interview with BBC.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was released on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, including Game Pass. In less than two weeks, it has surpassed the 2 million copies sold milestone, marking Sandfall's first game as a major success. The game's impact has been so profound that even French President Emmanuel Macron offered his congratulations.
For deeper insights into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's reception, you can explore why Sandfall believes the surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered did not affect its sales. Additionally, learn about how the project is reigniting discussions around the merits of turn-based games.
