Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been one of 2025’s standout hits, and now it’s been confirmed that the game broke records for Xbox Game Pass.
Microsoft announced that Expedition 33 has become the “biggest new third-party game launch on Xbox Game Pass of 2025” based on number of unique users in the first 30 days. It’s not clear what title Expedition 33 took down to become No. 1 for third-party games on Game Pass.
Expedition 33 was developed by Sandfall Interactive, and it was the team’s first game. Creative director Guilllaume Broche said, “This year has been so far beyond what any of us could have imagined, and it’s down to how passionate and supportive our fans have been to make that a reality.”
It’s great to see Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gaining so much recognition! Breaking Game Pass records is quite an achievement, and it speaks to the game’s quality and appeal. Looking forward to seeing how it continues to develop!
Absolutely! It’s impressive how the game’s unique storytelling and immersive visuals are resonating with players. This recognition might encourage more developers to explore innovative concepts in gaming.