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Mar 9, 2026 8:36 PM

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (PC/Steam Digital Download)

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Loaded (formerly CDKeys) has Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (PC/Steam Digital Download) for $24.49.

Thanks to community member drsarcasm for finding this deal.

About the game:
  • Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

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  • A Steam account is required to activate/purchase and play (free to join).
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Loaded (formerly CDKeys) has Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (PC/Steam Digital Download) for $24.49.

Thanks to community member drsarcasm for finding this deal.

About the game:
  • Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • A Steam account is required to activate/purchase and play (free to join).
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by drsarcasm

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a stylish turn based RPG with action game timing, built around parries, dodges, and a fresh combat twist. The story, music, and visuals draw strong praise, and the game is described as packed with content, with runs stretching past 60 hours. The main caveat is that the battle rhythm and story pacing can feel repetitive, confusing, or slow to click, especially if RPGs are not your thing. At $24.49, it looks like a strong value for players who want a cinematic RPG with skill based combat.

  • Players who like JRPG-style turn-based gameplay and want a "fresh take" because the game adds parry/dodge to a more traditional Final Fantasy-like structure while still feeling like turn-based RPG combat.

  • Gamers who want a long single-player time sink because multiple commenters say it's worth it for dozens of hours (e.g., "over 60 hours of story" and "consumed my free time" while completing lots of content).

  • RPG fans who want a mostly turn-based experience but don't mind parry/dodge timing because the combat is still "mostly a turn based RPG" even when you dodge/parry on enemy turns.

  • People who enjoy story-heavy games and won't skip dialogue/cutscenes because commenters say skipping character dialogue and playing with sound off can make you not enjoy it.

  • Players who are willing to learn the parry system and use audio cues because one commenter says parrying is best done by listening for the audio cue rather than watching the attack.

  • Players who dislike parry/dodge-heavy combat because multiple commenters describe it as a "parry simulator" and say they got bored or found it overrated after some hours.

  • Turn-based RPG newcomers who want a straightforward entry point because one commenter says it "shouldn't be your first game to get into RPG" due to a convoluted story and turn-based combat being a big commitment.

  • People who skip dialogue/cutscenes or play with the sound off because a commenter warns you may not enjoy it if you do that.

  • Gamers who bounce off slow story pacing because one commenter says the story "dragging" and having explanations arrive only toward the end turned them away.

  • Players who want a smooth difficulty curve for parry timing because one commenter reports the parry timing feels off-easy early, then later it spikes with "obnoxious/unintuitive" patterns.

  • Anyone who needs guaranteed Steam activation from the seller because a commenter flags a "grey market" key risk with Loaded, saying keys may not activate reliably long-term and you may have limited recourse if they don't.

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Mar 9, 2026 8:37 PM
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XamindarMar 9, 2026 8:37 PM
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Awesome deal for the absolute best game of 2025.
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Mar 9, 2026 8:38 PM
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drsarcasmMar 9, 2026 8:38 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Awesome deal for the absolute best game of 2025.
Honestly, I've never played it. LOL

I'm usually not into RPGs. Will this change my mind?
Mar 9, 2026 9:09 PM
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beermanairMar 9, 2026 9:09 PM
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Quote from drsarcasm View quoted comment :
Honestly, I've never played it. LOLI'm usually not into RPGs. Will this change my mind?
I highly doubt this game will change your mind about turn-based rpg games. That's because this game isnt your typical turn based rpg game. IMO this game feels more like an action game. If you enjoy parry and dodge in a action game. You might like it.
Mar 10, 2026 1:31 AM
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SiennaHome7510Mar 10, 2026 1:31 AM
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I think this is the cheapest I've seen it. It's 32/33 pretty frequently
Mar 10, 2026 1:40 AM
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jborageMar 10, 2026 1:40 AM
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Buy this game now. Best game I've played since RDR2
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Mar 10, 2026 2:11 AM
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GreenShape796Mar 10, 2026 2:11 AM
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Quote from JMPimp View quoted comment :
Its extremely overrated
Well, thats like your opinion, man.
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Shake-N-BakeMar 10, 2026 2:22 AM
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Quote from GreenShape796 View quoted comment :
Well, thats like your opinion, man.
People saying it's amazing are also just sharing an opinion. All the people who think it's the best game in years just keep ganging up on people who don't like it. This game's fanbase is obnoxious.
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Shake-N-BakeMar 10, 2026 2:25 AM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Awesome deal for the absolute best game of 2025.
This isn't a deal for Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
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Mar 10, 2026 2:37 AM
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killua66Mar 10, 2026 2:37 AM
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Quote from drsarcasm View quoted comment :
Honestly, I've never played it. LOLI'm usually not into RPGs. Will this change my mind?
I'd say no, it wouldn't change your mind. But maybe it depends, you don't like any RPG you've ever played, or you tried one and decided no to all RPGs?
Mar 10, 2026 2:39 AM
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ToughmnMar 10, 2026 2:39 AM
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Still my favorite game of the decade so far.
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Mar 10, 2026 2:57 AM
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iKillerMar 10, 2026 2:57 AM
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Best game!!!!
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drsarcasmMar 10, 2026 3:50 AM
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Quote from killua66 View quoted comment :
I'd say no, it wouldn't change your mind. But maybe it depends, you don't like any RPG you've ever played, or you tried one and decided no to all RPGs?
Well, I do enjoy Cyberpunk 2077. Is the gameplay similar to that?
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Mar 10, 2026 3:58 AM
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DFisBUSYMar 10, 2026 3:58 AM
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Quote from drsarcasm View quoted comment :
Well, I do enjoy Cyberpunk 2077. Is the gameplay similar to that?

No, lol.


It's more traditional RPG a la "Final Fantasy" with some extra battle mechanics than a FPS RPG like Cyberpunk.


Also, friend, just go on YouTube and look for a quick video on gameplay. Confused


You'll know right away if it's your thing or not.

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