Black Mesa vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

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

Specification Black Mesa Crowbar Collective Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive
Overview
Release Date March 6, 2020 April 24, 2025
Availability Released Released
Developer Crowbar Collective Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive
Publisher Crowbar Collective Kepler Interactive
Official Site http://www.blackmesagame.com https://www.expedition33.com
Gameplay
Genre Action, Shooter, Indie RPG
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Multiplayer Single-player
Perspective First-person Third-person, 3D
Average Playtime 6 hours 26 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, Linux PC, PlayStation, Xbox
Available On Steam Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows® 7 (32/64-bit)/Vista or Greater Processor: 2.4 Dual Core Processor or Greater Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB Dedicated Video Card or Greater DirectX: Version 9.0c Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 15 GB available space 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® 7 (32/64-bit) or Greater Processor: 3.0 Quad Core Processor or Greater Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: 2.5 GB Dedicated Video Card or Greater DirectX: Version 9.0c Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 15 GB available space 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 86 / 100
Community Rating 4.4 / 5 (1,079 ratings) 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings)

Black Mesa vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: which should you buy?

For Filipino buyers deciding between Black Mesa and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the choice largely depends on your preferred genre, available platform, and time commitment. Black Mesa is a first-person shooter with a strong 86 Metacritic and a community rating of 4.4/5. It offers multiplayer and co-op modes, making it ideal for those who enjoy both solo and multiplayer action. With an average playtime of just 6 hours, it's suitable for shorter gaming sessions. However, it's only available on PC and Linux via Steam, so console gamers are out of luck. On the other hand, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a third-person RPG with a slightly higher community rating of 4.5/5, but no Metacritic score provided. It boasts a much longer 26-hour campaign, appealing to players who want an immersive, story-driven experience. It's available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox through multiple digital stores. Both games have demanding PC requirements; Clair Obscur requires an SSD and a GTX 1060 minimum, while Black Mesa is less demanding. No pricing data is given, so cost comparison isn't possible. In summary: choose Black Mesa for quick, classic FPS action with multiplayer; choose Clair Obscur for a lengthy, single-player RPG adventure if you own a console or a modern PC.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is cheaper?

Prices are not provided in the data, so we cannot determine which game is cheaper. Check respective store pages for current pricing in Philippine pesos.

Which game has better reviews?

Black Mesa has a Metacritic score of 86/100 and a community rating of 4.4/5. Clair Obscur has no Metacritic score but a community rating of 4.5/5. Both are highly rated, but Clair Obscur has a slightly higher community score.

Which game is better for short gaming sessions?

Black Mesa has an average playtime of 6 hours, making it ideal for shorter sessions. Clair Obscur's 26-hour campaign requires a larger time investment.

Which game can I play on console?

Black Mesa is only available on PC and Linux. Clair Obscur is available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, so console players should choose Clair Obscur.