Anodyne vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Anodyne vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Anodyne Analgesic Productions, Nnooo, Sean Hogan Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive
Overview
Release Date February 4, 2013 April 24, 2025
Availability Released Released
Developer Analgesic Productions, Joni Kittaka, Sean Han Tani, Nnooo, Sean Hogan, Sean Han-Tani-Chen-Hogan and Joni Kittaka Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive
Publisher Analgesic Productions, Nnooo, Sean Hogan Kepler Interactive
Official Site http://www.anodynegame.com https://www.expedition33.com
Gameplay
Genre Action, Adventure, RPG, Arcade, Indie RPG
Game Modes Single-player Single-player
Perspective Top-down, 2D Third-person, 3D
Average Playtime 3 hours 26 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Android, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo PC, PlayStation, Xbox
Available On App Store, Xbox Store, GOG, Steam, Google Play, PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS:Windows XP Processor:1.5 GHz, single core Memory:1 GB RAM Graphics:Any Hard Drive:100 MB HD space Sound:Any Additional:This is not a GPU-intensive game. Мінімальні: Потребує 64-бітних процесора та операційної системи ОС: Windows 10 Процесор: Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Оперативна пам’ять: 8 GB ОП Відеокарта: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT 6 GB / Intel Arc A380 6 GB DirectX: версії 12 Місце на диску: 55 GB доступного місця Додаткові примітки: SSD required. Minimum specs allow for 1080p 30FPS low settings gameplay.
Recommended Requirements OS:Windows XP or better Processor:(2.0 GHz, single core) or better Memory:2 GB RAM Graphics:Any Hard Drive:100 MB HD space Sound:Any Additional:This is not a GPU-intensive game. Рекомендовані: Потребує 64-бітних процесора та операційної системи ОС: Windows 11 Процесор: Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Оперативна пам’ять: 16 GB ОП Відеокарта: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti 8 GB / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT 16 GB DirectX: версії 12 Місце на диску: 55 GB доступного місця Додаткові примітки: SSD required. Recommended specs allow for 1080p 60FPS high settings gameplay.
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 75 / 100
Community Rating 3.1 / 5 (73 ratings) 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings)

Anodyne vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: which should you buy?

For Filipino buyers on a tight budget or with older hardware, Anodyne is the clear choice—it runs on nearly any device (PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, consoles), requires only 1 GB RAM and a 1.5 GHz CPU, and costs nothing to try on mobile. Its short 3-hour playtime suits casual sessions. However, if you have a modern gaming PC (GTX 1060 or better) or a current-gen console, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 delivers a vastly deeper 26-hour RPG experience with a stunning 3D world and a much higher community rating (4.5 vs. 3.1). Note that Clair Obscur requires an SSD and 55 GB storage, which may be a hurdle for some. Neither game has pricing data provided, so cost comparison isn't possible. Ultimately, choose Anodyne for accessibility and portability, or Clair Obscur for a premium, long-form adventure if your hardware supports it.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is cheaper?

No pricing data is provided for either game, so a direct cost comparison cannot be made.

Which game runs on low-end PCs?

Anodyne runs on almost any PC (Windows XP, 1.5 GHz CPU, 1 GB RAM, 100 MB HDD), while Clair Obscur needs a modern gaming rig (Windows 10, i7-8700K, GTX 1060, 8 GB RAM, 55 GB SSD).

Which game has longer playtime?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has an average playtime of 26 hours, whereas Anodyne averages only 3 hours.

Which game is available on mobile?

Anodyne is available on iOS and Android via the App Store and Google Play, while Clair Obscur is not offered on mobile platforms.