Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Soundtrack Hits Billboard Classical Charts

Developer Sandfall Interactive has proudly announced that the soundtrack for their debut title, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has soared to the top of Billboard album charts just weeks after its release. This mega-hit turn-based RPG has captivated fans worldwide, and its music has emerged as a standout feature, earning widespread acclaim across social media platforms. Now, this praise is translating into tangible success on Billboard's charts.

A visit to the Billboard website reveals that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 currently holds the top spot on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts. Sandfall also shared that the soundtrack has made an impressive showing at number 13 on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and number 31 on the Official Album Download chart. This indicates that players are not only drawn to the game's compelling story and gameplay but are also deeply engaged by its enchanting, dreamlike tunes that accompany the entire adventure.

The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack features an expansive collection of over 150 individual tracks, with many achieving hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify. Among these, the epic track "Lumière" stands out as the most popular, amassing nearly 1.9 million views on YouTube and slightly over 1.9 million streams on Spotify.

The significant resonance of a video game soundtrack with music fans is a remarkable achievement, especially considering that the composer, Lorien Testard, was discovered on SoundCloud, as Sandfall revealed in an interview with BBC. This discovery highlights the potential for new talent to emerge and make a substantial impact in the industry.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launched on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, as well as being available on Game Pass. In less than two weeks, the game has surpassed the impressive milestone of 2 million copies sold, marking a tremendous success for Sandfall's first release. The game's reception has been so positive that even French President Emmanuel Macron has offered his congratulations.

For further insights into the reception of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, you can explore why Sandfall doesn't believe the surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered affected its sales. Additionally, delve into how the project is reigniting familiar debates about turn-based games.