The Game Awards are just around the corner, and while this time of year is surely exciting for all the nominees–and those of us eager for new game announcements–this year, there is one studio in particular that has more reason than any to celebrate: Sandfall Interactive.
Earlier this year, the small-scale studio took the world by storm with its debut title, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Despite being Sandfall’s first game, the narrative-driven, turn-based RPG quickly entered the pantheon of all-time greatest RPGs, earning nearly universal critical acclaim for its artistry, story, and espousal of mechanics and themes typically associated with Japanese RPGs.
Now, Sandfall Interactive stands poised to make The Game Awards history. Last month, the studio broke The Game Awards’ record for most award nominations, earning a whopping 13, including Game of the Year. Earlier this year, I spoke with the studio’s creative director, Guillaume Broche, who said the team was in “disbelief” about how the game has been received; it stands to reason that this sentiment has only grown with the game’s tremendous success.
It’s interesting to hear about the dynamics within the Expedition 33 team regarding the game’s ending. It’s great to see such passion and debate, especially with the Game Awards coming up. Looking forward to seeing what unfolds!