Dive into the World of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Get ready for an enchanting journey in Sandfall Interactive's stunning RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33! After a sneak peek at the Game Developer Conference, gamers have been buzzing with excitement. With over 20 hours of gameplay under my belt, I’ve curated nine must-know tips to ensure your adventure kicks off on the right foot.

1. Mastering Cutscenes

Long RPGs are famous for their cinematic storytelling, and Clair Obscur is no exception. Thankfully, you can pause these engaging cutscenes! Just hit 'A' on your Xbox controller to take a moment for yourself or skip ahead if you prefer.

2. Collect All Tokens Early

During the prologue, you’ll meet key teammates and be offered your first merchant token—don’t settle for just one! By completing a quiz from a friend or battling Maelle, you can snag two additional tokens to unlock all the goodies at the prelaunch festival.

3. Automate Quick Time Events

Struggling with real-time combat? No problem! Head to the accessibility settings and enable automatic quick time events for your party's attacks. Just remember, this won’t save you during enemy turns, so stay sharp!

4. Listen Up!

Your team communicates vital information about incoming attacks. If Lune warns you she’s ready to counter, keep her safe! Pay close attention to their calls to manage threat levels effectively.

5. Proceed with Caution

Exploring side dungeons is thrilling, but watch for those Danger markers! These areas often harbor foes far tougher than you are at the moment, so level up before diving in.

6. Hone Your Parrying Skills

Dodging might seem like the easier option, but mastering the parry can devastate enemies. Start practicing early, as the timing varies—but the rewards are worth it!

7. Exploit Elemental Weaknesses

Your weapon's element matters! Use the right one to exploit enemy weaknesses for maximum damage. Just watch out—using a fire weapon on ice foes can heal them instead!

8. Opportunity to Retry Dodges and Parries

Missed your window? Don’t worry! There’s often time for multiple dodges or parries during an enemy attack, allowing you to recalibrate your timing.

9. Target Enemy Weak Points

Every foe comes with weak points you can target for extra damage. Keep an eye out for glowing spots, often located on the head or arms, and take your shot!

With these tips in hand, you’re all set for your journey in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, launching on April 24 for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Gear up for an unforgettable adventure!