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"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Update Resolves Soft-Lock Problems"

Author : Ava May 19,2025

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

Discover the latest patch notes for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's first update, which brings essential bug fixes and localization enhancements. Dive in to see what improvements fans can expect, and learn about another RPG recommended by the game's creative director.

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 released its first update post-launch. Sandfall Interactive shared details in a Steam blog post dated April 30, unveiling that Hotfix 1.2.2 is now live, focusing on critical bug fixes and localization enhancements.

The update addresses several in-game issues, including a soft-lock that could occur when stunning the Grown Bourgeon, as well as other soft-lock problems on the world map. Additionally, the update includes improved localization for French, German, and Chinese languages.

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

Sandfall Interactive is committed to continuous improvement and promises more updates soon. While these patches enhance the gaming experience, the community eagerly anticipates larger updates, such as potential DLCs.

This week, Expedition 33’s lead writer took to Instagram to address fan inquiries about DLC. Although no confirmation was provided, the response was optimistic, hinting that due to the game's success, a DLC is a strong possibility.

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

In related news, Sandfall Games' Creative Director Guillaume Broche recommended another RPG that launched on the same day as Expedition 33. In a tweet on April 30, Broche encouraged fans to explore The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, stating, "After your Expedition, check out The Hundred Line, another great turn-based RPG that was also released last week, and made with love by an awesome team."

This recommendation came as a response to The Hundred Line’s co-director Kazutaka Kodaka's earlier tweet on April 28, where he praised Expedition 33 and invited fans to try both games. Kodaka's series of tweets expressed admiration for Expedition 33 and highlighted the excitement of having two exceptional RPGs available simultaneously.

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

Despite the competitive launch window, which included other RPGs like Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered, The Hundred Line has garnered positive feedback, earning "Very Positive" reviews on Steam. Meanwhile, Expedition 33 has set a high bar as the top-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 clicking on the article below!