Sandfall Hinted Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 DLC, Followed By A Sequel

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Sandfall Interactive's first role-playing game, has become a huge hit in the gaming world. Fans now have reason to believe that the adventure is far from over. In a recent update, developer comments and community rumors strongly suggest that downloadable content (DLC) is not only possible but also almost certain to happen. 

The developers of Expedition 33 meant for it to be a standalone story, but the game's huge universe, deep story, and open-ended structure make it easy to add to. DLC was reportedly already planned before the game came out, but Sandfall may have changed the scope and direction of their post-launch content after seeing how well it sold and was received overall.

Tom Guillermin, the founder of Sandfall Interactive, says that the team is working hard to improve the base game while also considering how they want to make future content, such as DLC's style and scope. Some developers finish a game and move on to the next one, but Sandfall seems to know that Expedition 33 is more than just a one-time thing. 

With its creepy look and intriguing story, Expedition 33's world seems ready for more exploration. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is just the latest in a long line of failed missions to defeat the mysterious Paintress. Because of how the game is set up, DLC could add to the worldbuilding or tell stories that haven't been told yet.

A lot of fans think that the stories about the failed expeditions that came before Expedition 33 could be full of interesting information. In the base game, players find notes and papers that give them hints about what happened to these other teams. Adding more DLC to these themes could put players in the shoes of previous expedition members, go into more detail about their pasts, or show what happened before the final expedition.

There's been much talk and demand for a full sequel, but nothing official has been confirmed. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 ended with two possible outcomes, which means that the story could go on canonically. Fans have already started to guess which ending might be chosen if there were to be a second game, and the fact that it's not clear only makes them more excited. 

Many people are interested in the idea of a new expedition or exploring a different part of Clare Obscure. Even though Sandfall initially said Expedition 33 was a standalone story, the game's ending and people's reactions to it have called that into question. 

Now, the studio has a rare chance: the world is interesting enough to support either a lot of DLC add-ons or a whole new game set in the same universe. The momentum couldn't come at a better time. The collector's edition of Expedition 33 has already sold out, and it's hard to find retail copies of the game. 

If you announce DLC during a big gaming event like The Game Awards, it could rekindle interest and help sales go up even more. A "Complete Edition" with DLC could also be a big deal for the Nintendo Switch 2, especially if Sandfall chooses a full-content 64GB cartridge and makes it work better on the new system. DLC is good for both money and creativity.

There's a lot of content that could be released in multiple packs, like exploring parts of the world map that haven't been explored yet and adding more to important character arcs. Players have already said they really want to spend more time exploring with SK, the game's mysterious companion, even if the main story doesn't go on.

If Sandfall plays its cards right, Expedition 33 could become one of the genre-defining RPGs that changed after release with big expansions and new stories. A well-executed DLC rollout could make the game last a lot longer, which would bring back old players and bring in new ones. What's more, it gives the studio time to plan a proper follow-up if they decide to do that.

From a fan's point of view, the game not only told a unique and moving story but also created one of the most immersive fantasy worlds in recent memory. Clare Obscure seems like a place that should be visited again, maybe through different areas, different points of view, or a whole new journey. Because players liked the game's twists, characters, and complex story, there is already a lot of excitement about what's to come.

Even though Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 came out as a standalone game, it's clear that Clare Obscure's story has only just begun. Sandfall Interactive has one of the most interesting new IPs of the year, and they seem to be well aware of how big it could become. This could be through DLC, story expansions, or a full-on sequel.

Fans and developers are speculating about what will happen next, but one thing is for sure: we haven't seen the last of SK, the Paintress, or Clare Obscure's haunting beauty.