The director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has expressed openness to a potential Switch 2 release, calling it "an interesting possibility." Learn more about the studio's post-launch plans and their stance on merchandise opportunities.
Clair Obscur Developers Evaluating Switch 2 Port Possibility
Described as Potential Future Opportunity
The success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 might lead developer Sandfall Interactive to bring the game to Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2. In a May 2 interview with French YouTuber mistermv, Expedition 33 Director Guillaume Broche discussed the studio's future plans following their strong launch.
Broche revealed that the game's performance has significantly impacted their outlook: "Well, at this point, considering the success of the game, it kind of changes everything." The team is currently evaluating their next steps.
When questioned about a potential Switch 2 version, Broche acknowledged receiving numerous opportunities: "So clearly, it's too early to say, but we're kind of in a situation where... let's say there are a lot of opportunities showing up - way too many at once - and we're figuring out what we'll go for and what we won't. But yeah, it's definitely something that could be interesting."
With Switch 2's impending launch, fans wonder if this critically acclaimed turn-based RPG set in Belle Époque-inspired settings will eventually arrive on Nintendo's new handheld system.
Official Merchandise Still in Development
The success has brought Sandfall Interactive numerous requests and opportunities, including demands for official merchandise featuring beloved character Esquie. The studio cautioned fans about unauthorized merchandise appearing online. In a May 14 Twitter/X post, they warned: "To be clear: any third-party websites selling Esquie plushies are NOT officially licensed."
Sandfall noted these unauthorized products often use AI-generated artwork and could potentially be scams. However, they confirmed exploring options for official Esquie plushies.
The statement read: "But here's the wheee to balance out the whooo: we are looking into making official Esquie plushies, and we want to bring them to you as soon as we can. In the meantime, please be patient — and don't get scammed!"
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 continues to captivate players, and according to Sandfall's recent announcement, official merchandise will soon be available. The game is currently playable on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms.
