As reported by Eurogamer, Macron shared the message on his Instagram yesterday following Clair Obscur's ultimate Game of the Year crowning at The Game Awards. In the message, Macron calls the victory a "historic first for a French title", before congratulating Sandfall for the success.

Swen Vincke, the founder of Larian Studios and director of Baldur's Gate 3, shares a tweet about Clair Obscur's incredible achievement. "Congratulations," he writes, tagging Sandfall Interactive not long after Expedition 33 was announced as winner for the coveted Game of the Year award. "What a sweep!!!"

Without a blockbuster budget or much experience, the creators of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 astounded the industry with an emotional narrative and old-school design.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is not just the biggest breakout game of 2025, but it's also poised to take home a lot of year-end awards as well. That includes Best RPG, Best Story, Best Performances, Game of the Year, and Best Indie Game.

Clair Obscur is a certified zinger, and now the French head of state himself is cheering on Sandfall Interactive. The Final Fantasy-inspired RPG just guzzled an astonishing nine awards at The Game Awards,

Expedition 33' just dropped its biggest update in celebration of its big night at the game awards, perfect for new and returning players alike.