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

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set to launch during the same week as the surprise release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. Kepler Interactive, the game's publisher, humorously likened this situation to the Barbenheimer phenomenon. Read on to discover their reaction to Oblivion's unexpected 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 anticipation for its launch when Bethesda suddenly released the long-rumored The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. On April 22, Kepler Interactive lightheartedly addressed the situation on their official X (formerly Twitter) account, drawing a comparison to the Barbenheimer phenomenon.

As many pop culture enthusiasts will recall, Barbenheimer refers to the unique event in July 2023 when two highly anticipated films, Barbie and Oppenheimer, premiered on the same day. The stark contrast between Barbie's vibrant, pink-themed world and Oppenheimer's somber, gritty narrative sparked a cultural meme, with fans attending back-to-back screenings dressed in contrasting styles. Kepler Interactive used this cultural moment as a metaphor for the simultaneous release of Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered.

Despite the unexpected competition from Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33 remains committed to its original launch schedule, showing determination to proceed as planned.

Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide

In preparation for its upcoming release, Expedition 33 has shared the exact times the game will become available worldwide. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set for a simultaneous global release across all platforms on April 24, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.

Below is the schedule to help you find out when the game will be available in your region:

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!