Clair Oblivion: ElderScrolls 33? Publisher's "Barbenheimer" Moment

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set to launch in the same week as the unexpected release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. The game's publisher, Kepler Interactive, humorously likened this situation to the Barbenheimer phenomenon. Dive in to discover more about their reaction to Oblivion's surprise launch and the global release schedule for Expedition 33.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Releasing The Same Week as Oblivion Remastered Shadow Drops

Kepler Interactive Compares It To Barbenheimer

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was steadily building excitement for its launch when Bethesda unexpectedly released The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. Kepler Interactive, the game's publisher, playfully acknowledged this on their official X (formerly Twitter) account on April 22, drawing a parallel to the Barbenheimer phenomenon.

For those unfamiliar, Barbenheimer refers to the cultural event in July 2023 when the movies Barbie and Oppenheimer, with their starkly contrasting themes and aesthetics, were released on the same day. Fans embraced the contrast, attending back-to-back screenings dressed in vibrant pinks for Barbie and somber greys for Oppenheimer. Kepler Interactive used this as a metaphor for the concurrent release of Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered.

With Oblivion Remastered's sudden launch, fans are eager to see how Expedition 33 will fare. While many developers might shift release dates to avoid competing with big titles, Expedition 33 is steadfast in maintaining its original schedule.

Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide

As Expedition 33 gears up for its debut, the game's official release times have been announced. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will launch simultaneously across all platforms on April 24, 2025, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.

Below is the timetable for when the game will become available in different regions:

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is scheduled to launch on April 24, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by clicking on the article below!