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

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set to launch the same week as the surprise release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. The game's publisher, Kepler Interactive, has humorously compared this situation to the "Barbenheimer" phenomenon. Read on to discover their response 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 momentum towards its release when Bethesda surprised everyone with the shadow drop of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. On April 22, Kepler Interactive took to their official Twitter (X) account to address the situation, lightheartedly drawing parallels to the Barbenheimer event.

For those unfamiliar, Barbenheimer refers to the cultural phenomenon that occurred when the movies Barbie and Oppenheimer were released on the same day in July 2023. The stark contrast between the whimsical, pink-themed Barbie and the somber, intense Oppenheimer sparked a trend where fans would attend back-to-back screenings, switching from vibrant outfits to more subdued attire. Kepler Interactive used this as a metaphor for the simultaneous release of Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered.

Despite the unexpected competition from Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33 is determined to stick to its planned launch schedule, showing resilience in the face of potential overshadowing by a major title.

Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide

As the release date approaches, Expedition 33 has shared the precise times when the game will become available worldwide. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will launch simultaneously across all platforms on April 24, 2025, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.

Check the schedule below to see when the game will be available in your region:

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is slated for release on April 24, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay informed with the latest updates by clicking on our article below!