Borderlands 3 vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Borderlands 3 vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Borderlands 3 2K Games, Gearbox Publishing | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | September 13, 2019 | April 24, 2025 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Mature | — |
| Developer | 2K, Gearbox Software | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive |
| Publisher | 2K Games, Gearbox Publishing | Kepler Interactive |
| Official Site | https://borderlands.com/en-US/ | https://www.expedition33.com |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Shooter, Adventure, RPG | RPG |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op, Local Co-op, Split-screen | Single-player |
| Perspective | First-person | Third-person, 3D |
| Average Playtime | 11 hours | 26 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo | PC, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Available On | Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox Store | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) Processor: AMD FX-8350 or Intel i5-3570 Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 75 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible | 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 | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) Processor: AMD Ryzen™ 5 2600 (Intel i7-4770) Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon™ RX 590 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 75 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible | 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 | 83 / 100 | — |
| Community Rating | 3.9 / 5 (977 ratings) | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) |
Borderlands 3 vs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: which should you buy?
Both games are excellent but cater to different needs. Borderlands 3 (2019) is a first-person looter-shooter with extensive multiplayer options including local co-op and split-screen, making it ideal for group play. Its lower system requirements (min: GTX 680, 6GB RAM) mean it runs on older PCs, and it has a shorter average playtime of 11 hours. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (2025) is a cinematic third-person RPG with a longer 26-hour campaign but is strictly single-player. It demands a more powerful PC (min: GTX 1060 6GB, SSD required) and newer hardware. Without price data, we cannot compare cost. Choose Borderlands 3 if you want co-op fun or have a budget PC. Choose Clair Obscur if you prefer a solo, story-driven experience and have a modern gaming rig.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper?
The data does not include prices in Philippine pesos or any currency, so we cannot determine which is cheaper.
Which game runs on lower-end PCs?
Borderlands 3 has lower minimum requirements (e.g., GTX 680 2GB, 6GB RAM) compared to Clair Obscur (GTX 1060 6GB, 8GB RAM, SSD required).
Which game supports multiplayer?
Borderlands 3 supports online and local co-op, split-screen, and multiplayer; Clair Obscur is single-player only.
Which game requires more storage space?
Borderlands 3 needs 75GB of free space; Clair Obscur needs 55GB. Both require an SSD for Clair Obscur (recommended for Borderlands 3 but not mandatory).