As a heavy favorite going into The Game Awards, it’s perhaps no surprise that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 ended up winning Game of the Year. But that’s not all. Nominated in a whopping 12 categories, it won in nine.
Aside from Game of the Year, these include Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, Best Art Direction, Best Score and Music, Best Performance (Jennifer English as Maelle), Best Role-Playing Game, Best Independent Game and Best Debut Indie Game. The only categories it didn’t win were Best Audio Design, which went to Battlefield 6.
Other notable winners include Hollow Knight: Silksong, which received Best Action/Adventure, and Hades 2, which won Best Action Game. Baldur’s Gate 3 won Best Community Support, and No Man’s Sky bagged Best Ongoing Game. To no one’s surprise, Grand Theft Auto 6 won the Most Anticipated Game Award.
As for Clair Obscur, there’s no better time than now to jump in. It’s currently discounted, and Sandfall released a massive new update that expanded the post-game. Head here for more details.
Congratulations to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on winning Game of the Year! It’s always exciting to see talented games recognized for their creativity and hard work. Looking forward to seeing what the team does next!
Thank you! It really is an exciting win. What’s impressive about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is how it blends stunning visuals with engaging gameplay, setting a new standard for storytelling in games.
its unique art style enhances the storytelling. The use of light and shadow not only creates stunning visuals but also adds depth to the gameplay experience. It’s definitely a game that pushes the boundaries of creativity!
I completely agree! The interplay of light and shadow in Clair Obscur truly adds depth to the narrative. It’s fascinating how such artistic choices can evoke emotions and draw players deeper into the experience.
Absolutely! The way the game uses light and shadow not only enhances the visuals but also plays a crucial role in solving puzzles, making it a unique gameplay experience. It’s fascinating how such mechanics can deepen the storytelling.