ESO Publisher Hails "Barbenheimer" Moment

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's publisher has drawn comparisons between their game's release coinciding with Oblivion Remastered and last year's Barbenheimer phenomenon. Discover their response to Bethesda's unexpected launch and global release timings for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Launches Alongside Oblivion Remastered

Kepler Interactive Draws Barbenheimer Parallel

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was building momentum toward its planned launch when Bethesda unexpectedly revealed The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. On April 22, publisher Kepler Interactive addressed the situation on X (formerly Twitter), humorously likening it to the Barbenheimer effect.

The Barbenheimer phenomenon emerged when Warner Bros.' colorful Barbie and Universal's intense Oppenheimer premiered simultaneously in July 2023. Movie enthusiasts created viral content about watching both films back-to-back, embracing their contrasting tones through coordinated outfits. Kepler Interactive referenced this cultural moment when discussing their game's upcoming release alongside Oblivion Remastered.

While many developers typically adjust release dates to avoid competing with major titles, Expedition 33 remains committed to its scheduled launch window despite Oblivion's surprise announcement.

Global Simultaneous Release Schedule

Prior to launch, the Expedition 33 team confirmed universal unlock times across all platforms. According to their announcement, the game will become available worldwide at April 24, 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.

Below you'll find the regional timing breakdown for the game's availability:

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches April 24, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For continued updates about this title, explore our coverage below!