Developer Sandfall Interactive has proudly announced that the soundtrack for their latest hit, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has soared to the top of the Billboard album charts shortly after its release. As fans immerse themselves in this mega-hit turn-based RPG, the game's music has emerged as a standout feature, garnering widespread acclaim on social media and now on Billboard charts.
Visit the Billboard website, and you'll see Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts. Sandfall also shared that the soundtrack has made significant entries at number 13 on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and number 31 on the Official Album Download chart. This indicates that players are not only drawn to the game's story and gameplay but are also deeply captivated by its enchanting music that accompanies the entire adventure.
The *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33* soundtrack is a vast collection featuring over 150 individual tracks, many of which have attracted hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify. The standout track, *Lumière*, has garnered nearly 1.9 million views on YouTube and just over 1.9 million streams on Spotify, making it the most popular piece from the game.The success of a video game soundtrack resonating with music fans is a remarkable achievement, and it's even more impressive given that the music was crafted by composer Lorien Testard. As Sandfall revealed in an interview with the BBC, Testard was discovered on SoundCloud, showcasing the potential for new talent to shine in the gaming industry.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launched across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, as well as on Game Pass, on April 24, 2025. In just under two weeks, it has surpassed the 2 million copies sold milestone, cementing Sandfall's debut game as a significant success. The game has received such widespread acclaim that French President Emmanuel Macron himself offered his congratulations.
For further 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 impact its sales. Additionally, delve into how the project has reignited discussions around the merits of turn-based games.