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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Update Resolves Soft-Lock Problems

Author : Max May 08,2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 First Update Fixes Grown Bourgeon Soft-Lock Issues

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's first update patch notes have been revealed, featuring crucial bug fixes and localization enhancements. Dive into the details of this update and discover the creative director's recommendation for another RPG.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Post-Launch Updates

Bug Fixes and Localization Improvements

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 First Update Fixes Grown Bourgeon Soft-Lock Issues

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has just released its first update post-launch. Sandfall Interactive shared on their Steam blog on April 30 that Hotfix 1.2.2 is now available, addressing several bugs and enhancing localization.

This update tackles in-game issues such as the soft-lock experienced when stunning the Grown Bourgeon and other soft-lock problems on the world map. Additionally, the update includes localization improvements for French, German, and Chinese, ensuring a smoother experience for players across different regions.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 First Update Fixes Grown Bourgeon Soft-Lock Issues

The developers are committed to continuous improvement and have promised more updates soon. While these patches are vital for enhancing gameplay, fans are eagerly anticipating more substantial updates, including the possibility of DLC. Earlier this week, Expedition 33’s lead writer took to Instagram to address fan inquiries about DLC, expressing optimism about its potential due to the game's success.

Expedition 33 Director Recommends Another RPG Which Was Released on the Same Day

In related news, Sandfall Games' Creative Director Guillaume Broche highlighted another RPG that launched alongside Expedition 33. In a tweet from Expedition 33’s official Twitter (X) account on April 30, Broche recommended fans to explore The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, describing it as "another great turn-based RPG that was also released last week, and made with love by an awesome team."

This mutual appreciation was sparked by The Hundred Line’s co-director Kazutaka Kodaka's earlier tweet on April 28, where he praised Expedition 33 and encouraged fans to try both games. Kodaka's series of tweets further lauded Expedition 33, emphasizing the excitement around both RPGs.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 First Update Fixes Grown Bourgeon Soft-Lock Issues

Despite the competition from other RPGs like Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered released the same week, The Hundred Line has garnered a "Very Positive" reception on Steam. Meanwhile, Expedition 33 stands out as the highest-rated game of 2025, achieving over 1 million sales in just three days.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by checking out our article below!

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