This is the game that already surpasses Baldur’s Gate 3: the best JRPG of the decade?
The highest-rated game of the year is a JRPG, and it’s turning a lot of heads.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has taken the gaming world by storm, earning praise from industry veterans and players alike. Some are even calling it the JRPG equivalent of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’, a comparison made by none other than David Gaider, the former lead writer of Dragon Age.
David Gaider’s high praise for ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’
Gaider, known for shaping the Dragon Age universe, recently shared his thoughts on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, calling it “beautiful, polished, and well-written” while praising its turn-based combat.
“I’ve been playing ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33,’ and wow... so far, it’s kind of to JRPGs what ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ was to CRPGs.” — David Gaider.
I've been playing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and wow... so far, it's kind of to JRPG's what Baldur's Gate 3 was to CRPG's. It's beautiful and polished and well-written, and the turn-based combat is so fun! Though I cannot believe I *just* discovered what you need Lumina points for. 😅
— David Gaider (@davidgaider.bsky.social) 29 de abril de 2025, 5:11
His endorsement has fueled excitement around the game, with many now considering it a landmark title in the JRPG genre.
Industry leaders recognize its brilliance
Beyond Gaider, other respected figures in gaming have highlighted Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as a standout achievement:
- Shuhei Yoshida (Former PlayStation Executive) → Praised the game’s ambitious scope and indie development, emphasizing that it could inspire future developers or publishers.
- Kazutaka Kodaka (Creator of ‘Danganronpa’ and ‘The Hundred Line’) → Called Clair Obscur “the future of RPGs”, acknowledging its impact on the genre.
- Michael Douse (Publishing Director of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’) → Commended its strong RPG mechanics, calling it “brilliantly attuned” and urging players to support the game.
A new era for JRPGs?
With Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 surpassing 1 million sales in just three days and topping Metacritic’s 2025 rankings, it’s clear that this game is making waves. Whether it truly surpasses ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ is up for debate, but one thing is certain—it’s a must-play for JRPG fans.
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