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Clair Obscur: 3.3 Million Copies Sold in 33 Days!

5/29/2025

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Sandfall's Game Success

Sandfall Interactive's latest game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has taken the gaming world by storm, selling over 3.3 million copies in just 33 days since its April 24 launch. With a stellar Metacritic score of 92, the studio is already eyeing future projects, eager to harness the talent and experience gained during this remarkable journey.

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Meurisse Advocates Efficiency

Sandfall's COO, François Meurisse, passionately advocates for a lean core team in game development, drawing inspiration from their hit, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. He warns against the industry's reckless expansion of budgets and teams, which often results in job cuts. Striking a balance between quality and sustainability, the studio embraces strategic outsourcing to thrive.

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Sandfall's Game Success

Sandfall Interactive's latest game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has taken the gaming world by storm, selling over 3.3 million copies in just 33 days since its April 24 launch. With a stellar Metacritic score of 92, the studio is already eyeing future projects, eager to harness the talent and experience gained during this remarkable journey.

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