Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Darkest Dungeon
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Darkest Dungeon — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive | Darkest Dungeon Red Hook Studios |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 24, 2025 | January 18, 2016 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive | Red Hook Studios |
| Publisher | Kepler Interactive | Red Hook Studios |
| Official Site | https://www.expedition33.com | http://www.darkestdungeon.com |
| Age Rating | — | Teen |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | RPG | RPG, Strategy, Indie |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player |
| Perspective | Third-person, 3D | 2D |
| Average Playtime | 26 hours | 8 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo |
| Available On | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store | PlayStation Store, Steam, GOG, Nintendo eShop, Xbox Store, Epic Games Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | 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. | OS: Windows XP Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Open GL 3.2+ Compliant Storage: 2 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p, 16:9 recommended |
| Recommended Requirements | 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. | OS: Windows 7+ Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Open GL 3.2+ Compliant Storage: 2 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p, 16:9 recommended |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) | 4.2 / 5 (1,357 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 84 / 100 |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Darkest Dungeon: which should you buy?
For Filipino buyers with limited budgets or older PCs, Darkest Dungeon is the clear choice: it runs on virtually any system (Windows XP, 2GB RAM, OpenGL 3.2), has a lower file size (2GB vs 55GB), and has a well-established reputation (Metacritic 84, 4.2/5 community rating). Its 8-hour playtime is shorter but highly replayable. However, if you have a modern gaming PC (Core i7-8700K, GTX 1060, 16GB RAM recommended) and prefer a cinematic, 3D RPG with a longer campaign (26 hours), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 offers a newer experience with a higher community rating (4.5/5). Neither game has price data provided, so cost comparison isn't possible. For daily commuting? Neither is ideal; both are single-player and not mobile-friendly. Choose Darkest Dungeon for low-end systems and roguelike strategy depth; pick Clair Obscur for high-end hardware and a story-driven adventure.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper?
Price information is not provided in the data. Both games are released on multiple platforms, but actual prices may vary by store and region.
Which game has lower system requirements?
Darkest Dungeon requires only Windows XP, 2GB RAM, and OpenGL 3.2 graphics, making it playable on nearly any PC. Clair Obscur needs Windows 10, a Core i7-8700K or Ryzen 5 1600X, 8GB RAM, and a GTX 1060 6GB with 55GB SSD.
Which game has longer playtime?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 averages 26 hours, while Darkest Dungeon averages 8 hours. Darkest Dungeon has high replayability due to its roguelike elements.
Which game is better for low-end PCs?
Darkest Dungeon is far more accessible, running on very old hardware. Clair Obscur requires a dedicated gaming GPU and modern CPU, so it is not suitable for low-end systems.