"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Soundtrack Hits No. 1 on 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's album charts shortly after its release. This mega-hit turn-based RPG has not only captivated gamers but also music enthusiasts worldwide, with the soundtrack becoming a focal point of discussion and praise on social media platforms.

Upon visiting the Billboard website, you'll discover that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 currently holds the number one spot on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums charts. Additionally, Sandfall shared that the soundtrack has impressively secured the 13th position on the Official Soundtrack Album chart and the 31st on the Official Album Download chart. This indicates that fans are not only drawn to the game's compelling narrative and gameplay but are also deeply connected to its enchanting musical backdrop.

The *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33* soundtrack is a vast collection, featuring over 150 individual tracks. Many of these tracks have garnered hundreds of thousands of streams on **Spotify**. The standout track, *Lumière*, has amassed nearly 1.9 million views on **YouTube** and a similar number of streams on **Spotify**, establishing it as the most popular piece from the album.

The impact of a video game soundtrack resonating so profoundly with music fans is a significant achievement, especially considering that the composer, Lorien Testard, was discovered on SoundCloud, as highlighted by Sandfall in an interview with BBC.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was released on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, including availability on Game Pass. In just under two weeks, the game has surpassed the 2 million copies sold milestone, marking a triumphant entry for Sandfall Interactive. The overwhelming positive reception even prompted French President Emmanuel Macron to offer 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 dredging up familiar arguments surrounding turn-based games.