Developer Sandfall Interactive recently announced that the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack has made history by topping Billboard album charts in the weeks following its release. As fans continue to embrace the highly acclaimed turn-based RPG, the music emerges as a standout feature, garnering significant attention on social media platforms. This buzz has now translated into tangible success, with the soundtrack reigning supreme on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts.
Visiting the Billboard website confirms that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 holds a prominent position, also making waves at No. 13 on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and No. 31 on the Official Album Download chart. Clearly, players are drawn not only to the narrative and gameplay but also to its enchanting musical backdrop.
The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack features over 150 individual tracks, many of which have amassed hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify. Among these, Lumière stands out as the most beloved track, boasting nearly 1.9 million views on YouTube and over 1.9 million streams on Spotify.
This achievement is particularly remarkable given that the soundtrack was crafted by composer Lorien Testard, who was discovered on SoundCloud, as mentioned in a recent interview with the BBC.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launched on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S (as well as Game Pass), and has already surpassed the 2 million copies sold mark. The game’s success has garnered widespread acclaim, even drawing praise from French President Emmanuel Macron.
For further insights into the game’s reception, explore why Sandfall believes the surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered did not impact its sales. Additionally, delve into how the project is reigniting debates surrounding turn-based games.
