Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Update Adds Battle Retry and Major Performance Boosts
Fans of the award-winning JRPG can now enjoy smoother gameplay and faster progression thanks to the latest Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 update, which introduces new gameplay features and technical improvements highly requested by the community.
New Features in the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Update
The new version 1.4.0 introduces a Battle Retry feature, allowing players to instantly restart a failed encounter without loading a previous save. This addition has been praised for saving time and improving the overall game flow.
The update also enhances performance with frame generation and low-latency support for NVIDIA and Intel GPUs. Developers confirmed that AMD FSR compatibility is under development and will be added in a future patch.
To improve accessibility and immersion, the patch includes:
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An autoplay option for non-cutscene dialogues
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Clearer Lumina cost displays in the Pictos menu
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Several visual and balance adjustments for smoother gameplay
Previous Updates and Game Improvements
Earlier patches focused on balancing and player experience. The 1.3.0 update improved Story Mode difficulty with extended parry and dodge windows, while the 1.2.3 patch rebalanced Maelle’s Stendhal ability for fairer combat challenges.
| Patch Version | Main Additions | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4.0 | Battle Retry, Frame Generation | Performance & Accessibility |
| 1.3.0 | Simon Rematch, Easier Story Mode | Difficulty Balance |
| 1.2.3 | Ability Rebalancing | Combat Fairness |
Future Plans for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Sandfall Interactive has confirmed that a sequel is in development, expanding the universe beyond the Expedition 33 storyline. While details remain under wraps, the studio hinted at exploring new characters and regions.
Following record sales of over 3.3 million copies, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 continues to stand out as one of 2025’s most successful and celebrated RPGs.
