10 Best Games Like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Final Fantasy XVI delivers the same cinematic ambition and emotional storytelling as Expedition 33. A dark, mature story set in a world of warring nations and god-like beings, it blends spectacular action combat with deeply felt character moments and one of the best soundtracks in recent memory.

Nier: Automata shares Expedition 33's willingness to tackle profound themes through the medium of action RPG gameplay. Its story about androids questioning the meaning of existence is one of gaming's most emotionally complex narratives, told across multiple playthroughs that each reveal new layers.

Persona 5 Royal is one of the greatest JRPGs ever made — a stylish, deeply written story about a group of high school students leading secret lives as Phantom Thieves. The turn-based combat is exceptional, the characters are beloved, and the story delivers emotional moments that linger long after the credits roll.

Sea of Stars is a love letter to classic turn-based RPGs with modern polish. Its clever combat system, charming story, and stunning pixel art visuals capture the same magic as Expedition 33's blend of classic and innovative RPG design.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is a stunning reimagining of one of gaming's greatest stories, with a hybrid combat system that blends real-time action with strategic ATB mechanics — similar in spirit to Expedition 33's approach. The character writing is exceptional and the emotional beats hit hard.

Baldur's Gate 3 shares Expedition 33's commitment to exceptional writing and deeply realized companions. The turn-based tactical combat is among the best in any RPG, and the story delivers the same kind of emotionally complex moments that made Expedition 33 so impactful.

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 features one of the most ambitious and emotionally devastating stories in RPG history. Its themes of life, death, and finding meaning mirror Expedition 33's emotional core, and the rich companion relationships and vast world deliver the same sense of an epic journey.

Disco Elysium is perhaps the most brilliantly written RPG ever made. Like Expedition 33, it approaches its subject matter with genuine artistic ambition and delivers a story that stays with you long after you finish it. The writing is simply unmatched in the medium.

Octopath Traveler II features deep, engaging turn-based combat built around exploiting enemy weaknesses, stunning HD-2D visuals, and eight interconnected character stories. The tactical depth of the combat and the quality of the character writing mirror what makes Expedition 33 so compelling.

Dragon Quest XI is a sweeping classic JRPG with a heartfelt story, lovable characters, and some of the most polished turn-based combat in the genre. Its emotional finale is one of the most satisfying in RPG history, and fans of Expedition 33's storytelling will find much to love.